Infant Massage Tuition

Learn how to provide safe and soothing massage for Infants 0 to 1yr

For generations mothers all over the world have known that the soft touch of their hands soothes, calms and communicates their love for their baby. The techniques of baby massage are simple and something every parent can learn. Improving the quality of touch from parent to child is a wonderful skill to develop and one of the greatest gifts you can give your child.

The tuition combines Swedish and Indian Massage with Reflexology techniques. Also includes ideas for adapting the routine to suit older children from toddlers to adolescents, plus special techniques for relieving colic, constipation & teething.

Ideal for parents, soon to be parents, other important people in the little ones life, such as grandparents or carers.

What you & your baby get from the IAIM 4 week course

Magical Moments you'll both remember forever

4 x 1hr Teaching & Support Classes
Weekly handouts of the routine for practice that week.
50ml Bottle of massage oil.
Upon completion you will receive a binder with the full routine & illustrations plus the routine for colic, wind & constipation relief.
Laminated Certificate of Attendance (inc' parent & baby's name).
Contact details for further support if required.

Early Attachments with Lifelong Memories

Gift Vouchers are available

and they make a great gift for new parents.

Classes held at the In Touch Holistic Centre

nr Yafforth, Northallerton. DL7 0PQ

It can be arranged in your own home if you have a group of parents wishing to learn together and a room with space to do practice.

Phone Sandra on 01325 722893 or 07964317204

Benefits of massage for a baby:

	enhanced communication & bonding between baby and parent
	strengthened immune systems, increasing resistance to disease
	stimulation of all systems of the body ie: respiratory, circulatory, digestive, nervous
	helps develop muscle tone, & suppleness
	helps to develop body awareness and coordination
	enhances alertness
	encourages contentment, improved rest, relaxation and sleep patterns
	helps to relieve colic and constipation

The tuition covers:

	using oils and creams
	premature babies
	massaging your baby safely
	contra-indications to massage
	stretching & toning exercises for baby
	coping with common ailments ie. colic, constipation
	a hand out of the routine weekly to help you remember
	discussions on safe touch, asking baby's permission, reading baby's cues, crying, behavioural states, respect, etc.
	continued support if needed

What you need to bring along:

Small towel or blanket for baby
Spare nappy!
A drink (if not available at venue)

Classes are about one hour a week over four weeks for just £50 in total. Group classes are usually 6 to 8 parents.
OR One to one hourly sessions can be arranged please phone for details.

week 1 Introductions, oils & creams, benefit, asking baby's permission then legs & tummy routine. Handouts of the routine will be given each week as new moves are taught.

week 2 Recap then chest & arm routine and discussions on reading cues & crying.

week 3 Recap then face, head & back routine and open discussions.

week 4 Routine for easing colic & constipation. Then ideas for adapting routines for older children.

week 4 cont: - go through full routine and hand out Certificates & Folders.

The Breathing Space