Congratulations, New Parents!
Once your little one arrives, bring him or her to this free class, which focuses on parent-baby bonding through soothing touch and massage. Parents will learn how to massage their babies using techniques that will:
- Promote better sleep
- Improve interaction
- Decrease infant stress, crying and gas
This class series, is taught one hour a week for five weeks. Each session includes the following topics:
Session One
- Introductions
- History and background of Infant Massage
- Best conditions/settings for massage
- Relaxation, Positioning, Behavioral states
- Oils, lotions, and supplies needed
- Massage routine for Legs and feet
Session Two
- Q/A on legs and feet massage
- Discussion: Infant Cues and Crying
- Tummy massage and massage for the relief of colic/gas
- Practice integrating legs, feet, and tummy massage routine
Session Three
- Q/A on tummy and colic/gas routine
- Discussion: Benefits of Infant Massage and Newborn reflexes during Massage
- Chest and arm massage routine
- Practice integrating legs, feet, tummy, chest, and arm routine
Session Four
- Q/A on chest and arm massage
- Discussion: Adaptations of massage routines for the growing child
- Face and back massage routine
- Practice integrating legs, feet, tummy, chest, arm, face, and back massage
Session Five
- Q/A on face and back routine
- Review complete massage routine
- Review key concepts
- Teaching Gentle Assisted Movements
- Evaluation forms/Feedback
Registration Details
Instructor-Led Virtual Learning
This class is taught by certified infant massage therapist Dylan T. Lott, PhD, LMT. Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email with important instructions and details.
Register online to reserve your spot
Cost
$10 (starting December 2022)
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