Infant Massage Classes
Babies and parents alike benefit from this ancient tradition that has been practiced around the world for centuries and is now being rediscovered here in the United States. Research shows that infants who are massaged daily sleep better, have less colic and gain weight faster. Their parents have decreased stress and anxiety and develop more confidence in their parenting skills.
Benefits of Infant Massage
Infant massage can be beneficial to both baby & parent. It can offer relief for your baby from common infant challenges such as colic or constipation, teething, or going for well baby shots. Through infant massage, parents often say they are better able to read their babies subtle cues that let them know what they are needing in the moment. Cues often help us to know whether babies are wanting us to do more of something, less of something, or to draw our attention to something. Infant massage can assist in this process during a special with your baby.
Infant massage can stimulate development across all areas of development by promoting tummy time, eye contact, visual tracking, encouraging vocalizations, and increased attention and interaction during the massage. It can also stimulate development for babies who may be receiving ongoing medical interventions such as babies in the NICU or children with developmental delays & disabilities.
Infant massage can also promote relaxation for babies. Their muscles become more relaxed which can promote bowel movements. Relaxation also promotes quality sleep for babies which is critical for the rapid rate of brain development that is occuring.
Infant massage also offers a special opportunity for bonding & attaching with your baby. Infant massage supports you and your baby creating an intimate & trusting relationship. Science tells us that this relationship you have with your baby sets the stage for their future relationships with others. The more our babies trust us to meet their needs, the more likely they will be to trust others will do the same….
Massage Oil
Babies learn through their senses & they love to put their hands in their mouths. Using an unscented, organic oil encourages your baby to smell you instead of the oil & is safe for them to put into their mouths if they suck on finger to self soothe.
Organic, fruit based, unscented oil is what we use as Certified Infant Massage Instructors. Apricot, grapeseed, sweet almond oil are all used in infant massage across the world. ** BEFORE MASSAGE: Try a small amount on the inside of your baby’s wrist & wait about 10 minute to ensure there are no sensitivities before massaging.
Variety of Options
Baby & Me, LLC offers infant massage classes in a variety of formats to meet each family’s needs. Baby & Me, LLC offers times that are convenient for families. In addition to community classes, Baby & Me, LLC offers private sessions, private group sessions, or mixed age groups with siblings. Contact Lynn at info@iteachbabymassage.com to learn more!
Infant Massage Group Classes -
Onsite at Community Locations & Online Interactive Sessions
This 4-week class is designed especially for young infants under 12 months of age. Each week parents will learn how to massage different parts of their baby and how to adapt those strokes to meet their child’s individual needs. Parents will also have an opportunity to meet other parents and exchange ideas. The class is open to infants ages 6 weeks to 12 months and their caregivers. This class is open to babies of ALL abilities! CLASS IS LIMITED to ensure an intimate experience.
CLASS FEE and MORE INFORMATION
ONLINE CLASS Cost: $60 per family, some materials included. See online store for details
FACE TO FACE CLASS: Contact us today at 314-313-5970 to schedule a class in your area.
Private Infant Massage Instruction-
Face to Face Home Visits & Online Interactive Sessions
Infant massage instruction in a baby's home environment can provide an ideal setting for learning infant massage. Give a gift to new parents that will last a lifetime. Private instruction is offered at flexible times for families to encourage all caregivers to participate. Contact Lynn for more information at info@iteachbabymassage.com or purchase online here.