Infant Massage Workshop

Dates - 29 may -06 PM

Topics to be covered -

Day 1 -

• Theory of Infant Massage
• How does Infant Massage aid the child's development?
• Benefits of Infant Massage to the baby and all others at home.
• Body boundaries and respectful touch.
• Sensory integration between neurons.
• Emotional and Physical development of the baby
• Behavioral states of babies
• Choosing Oils
• Infant Cues
• Foot Reflexology

Day 2 -

Specific Massage Strokes for

• Legs
• Stomach
• Chest
• Arms
• Head
• Face Acupressure for common ailments.
• Points to calm a crying baby.

Review of Legs, Stomach, Chest & Arms

Specific Massage Strokes for

• Face & Neck
• Back
• Gentle Movements
• Colic Routine
• Constipation Routine
• Reflux Routine

Handouts on -

Massage strokes

Daily Massage routine

Colic routine

Constipation routine

Highlights.

It is an interactive workshop where I show the massage strokes on a doll. You may choose to learn them on a doll or your own baby. Any doll that has hands and legs is sufficient. Day 1 is full-on theory + Foot Massage.

Make sure your baby is well fed before you come for the session.

Your learning and understanding gets better when you participate in the workshop.

Those who are yet to deliver can bring a Doll.

Things to bring to class -

Coconut oil- Virgin cold pressed

One hand towel

One big towel

One Swaddle Cloth

Your little munchkin or a Doll