Infant Massage

Infant Massage is a fun, hands-on class that teaches parents and caregivers safe and beneficial massage techniques to soothe their babies, stimulate growth and learning potential and help new parents to bond with their baby.

Benefits for Babies:

● Relaxes and helps decrease stress
● Relieves discomfort from constipation, gas and colic, promoting good digestion
● Helps normalize muscle tone and improve blood circulation
● Helps baby sleep better
● Stimulates brain development and improves sensory awareness
● Promotes bonding and attachment

Benefits for Parents and Caregivers:

● Helps parents feel more comfortable and confident in caring for their baby
● Teaches parents to recognize baby’s cues
● Teaches techniques that will soothe and comfort babies
● Provides an additional avenue for close and nurturing contact

In this class, parent are invited to exchange ideas and discuss concerns.  The Infant Massage Class meets for 60 minute sessions, once a week, over a four week period. 

Private on site or in home classes available as well.

FAQ's:

How old should my baby be to attend an Infant massage Class?

Baby's can attend as soon as the parents feel comfortable bringing their baby into a social environment.  However, babies up to about 8 weeks old have a very short attention span and parents may find themselves taking several breaks during class. This is sometimes worrisome for the parent but it is perfectly acceptable and causes no distraction to the rest of the class.

What if my baby cries during class?

 Of course your baby will cry! A baby's cry is their way of communicating.  It is expected, respected, and will not interfere with the class at all.  If parents feel uncomfortable, or want some private time, it is OK to leave the room and help baby meet his/her needs.

What if my baby gets hungry during class?

Eat! Feed your baby whenever needed. I will go over anything that parents feel they have missed. There will also be a break halfway through the class for parents and baby to eat (snacks provided)  and socialize.

What if I miss a class?

I am happy to arrange a time with any parent to go over anything missed or if additional information is needed.  Also, all massage strokes will be reviewed at the beginning of each class and all handouts will be passed out from previous classes missed.

Once registered, you will receive an email explaining what to bring to class, what to expect, and what each class will cover.  I can be contacted for any additional information not covered by the letter.

All class material is based on, and is in compliance with,  information provided by The International Association of Infant Massage and Infant Massage USA. 

For more information visit: http://mothernurture-ct.massagetherapy.com/infant-massage