Benefits of Newborn Massage

Beyond the joy of spending quality time bonding with a new baby, infant massage has been shown to provide many benefits to the baby, the parents, and to the rest of the family.
Babies who receive massage can experience:

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• Better performance on neurological assessment scales

• Better sleep/wake behaviors

• Greater soothability

• Improved growth and development

• Improved body awareness

• Improved relaxation and release of accumulated stress

• Strengthened digestive, circulatory and gastrointestinal systems, which can lead to weight gain

• Reduced discomfort from teething, congestion, gas, colic and emotional stress

• Improved muscle tone coordination

• Increased elimination, circulation and respiration

• Reduced blood pressure

• Improved overall health

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Families who share in infant massage can experience:

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• Stronger bonding and attachment between parent and baby

• Enhanced sense of love, respect and trust among family members

• Improved ability of the parents to read infant cues

• Increased confidence in parenting

• Increased communication between baby and parent

• Strengthened parenting skills

• Stronger family foundation through understanding, positive communication, and touch

 

Sessions typically take 45-60 minutes.

 

 

Cost is $40

 

Parents/caregivers will learn how to massage baby while I demonstrate on a doll. A booklet and oil are included so you can started on these nurturing benefits right away.

 

Gift certificates are available. Makes a great baby shower gift! Or call to schedule your appointment today!