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Infant Massage: History
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Infant massage is an art that draws upon ancient customs and techniques of non-industrialized cultures to promote a deep bond between you and your baby. Massage helps you to understand your baby's non-verbal cues and engage in respectful active listening, empowering you, as a parent, to be the expert on your unique child. Early experiences with healthy touch help support the growth of children who are securely attached and confident.
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Studies have shown that the sense of touch is the first to develop in utero, possibly as early as 8 weeks gestation. The impacts of touch and skin-to-skin contact on psychological and physiological development are also well documented in scientific literature. Infant massage consists of a sequence of strokes based on Indian massage, Swedish massage, yoga and reflexology. The sequence includes legs, tummy, chest, arms, back and face. These strokes can be adapted as needed, making infant massage appropriate for all babies, both typically developing and premature or special needs babies. Infant massage has a variety of benefits in addition to developing bonds, promoting a secure attachment and being a wonderful loving way to interact with your baby.
Infant massage, as it is taught by those with training as CEIMs (Certified Educators
of Infant Massage) is based on a protocol developed by Vimala McClure. Her techniques and other information are also available in her book Infant Massage: A Handbook for Loving Parents.
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"Vimala's work in infant massage has been instrumental in the birth of touch therapy and bodywork in the United States and has helped to popularize and legitimize massage throughout the world."
-- Peggy O'Mara, founder and publisher of Mothering magazine
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"As a pediatrician, the best advice I can give you is to try the techniques described in this book."
-- Dr. Stephen Berman, M.D., F.A.A.P.president of the American Academy of Pediatrics
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