This programme is dedicated to teaching you how to massage your baby and was designed by the founder and and leading specialist in Developmental Baby Massage, Peter Walker (thebabieswebsite.com). Massage is a great way to get to know your baby and to develop a special bond.
There are many benefits to Developmental Baby Massage including:
There are many benefits to Developmental Baby Massage including:
- intensifying a bond between you and your baby,
- allows your newborn to follow a natural path of development,
- your newborn will unfold and stretch, then move and grow naturally through the stages of development improves breathing, digestion and circulation,
- boosts the immune system,
- beneficial for children with coughs colds constipation and colic etc.
- beneficial for all babies, including those who are premature, have special needs or any medical problems as it allows sensory and motor stimulation.
The CourseThe course is 1 session per week over 4 weeks.
Baby massage can be used on babies of any age, although it is recommended that they have had their first immunisations. It can also benefit older babies and toddlers who are showing signs of being slower to sit or stand as it will guide them through the natural process that will help them strengthen their core muscles. The course includes massage oil and Developmental Baby Massage DVD for you. |
WEEK 1
Introduction to baby massage Benefits specific to your Child Learning to touch and introducing your baby to touch Learn some techniques to relax you and help settle your baby. WEEK 2 Baby massage strokes WEEK 3 Baby massage strokes WEEK 4 Consolidation of the techniques learned Developmental Baby Massage techniques for sitting and standing |
'teaching you the special touch'
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