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What is Infant Massage? Infant massage is a natural way to promote infant health and bonding. The massage incorporates a combination of therapeutic touch, massage, and reflexology. Extensive research has been done to show the benefits of infant massage including psychological, developmental, and physiological growth. How does it do this?? It relaxes your baby….. Loving touch decreases stress and irritability. Digestion is also aided which can provide relieve of gas and colic. It enhances bonding … Providing infant massage allows for the creation of special time for just you and your baby. Special touch provides a feeling of safety and love which are essential for building a strong base for emotional development. It aids growth and development … Studies have shown that babies that are massaged regularly have increased weight gain, and increased immune function. Myelination of nerves is also increased. These things are related to muscle and brain development. It Promotes Communication Parents become more aware of baby's nonverbal cues, the only way your baby can communicate at this age. You become more knowledgeable on infant stress signals and signs of self regulation. Improves Baby's Sleep With more relaxed periods through regular massages your baby will sleep longer and more soundly. If you are interested in one of our massage instructors coming to your home to teach you the techniques of infant massage, please contact COTC.

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