Baby Massage
There is no greater or more exciting experience than becoming a parent and bringing your baby home for the first time. From the moment you become a parent, you know you only want what is best for them. Baby massage is a gift of love. It is a beautiful way to start building a lifelong relationship with your baby.
What is Baby Massage?
History
Infant massage is an ancient art that has been practiced for centuries by many cultures across the globe. In recent years, people in the Western world have come to realize the benefits as well. Massage provides a special time to bond with your baby and helps parents feel more confident in caring for their child.
Research
There is a considerable amount of research being done in the area of infant massage:
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Major studies are being conducted at the Touch Research Institute (TRI) by Dr. Tiffany Field, Department of Pediatrics, University of Miami Medical School of Medicine.
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TRI is solely dedicated to scientifically demonstrating benefits of touch therapy and establishing credibility with the medical community.
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TRI studies the effects of massage therapy at all stages of life, from newborns to senior citizens.
To find out more about the Touch Research Institute you can visit their website at http://www.miami.edu/touch-research
Benefits
It is very likely that at some point in time your baby is going to need relief from one or more of a number of common infant ailments. From colic and gas, to constipation and teething, massage can help to ease a variety of symptoms.
Benefits also include:
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Reduced levels of cortisol-the stress hormone
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Improved digestion
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Promotions of sensory awareness
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Increased weight gain
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Improved muscle control and tone
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Enhanced verbal development
Massage can even boost the immune system by helping to move lymph fluid around the body, which clears away harmful substances.
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Baby massage is about providing a special time for you and your infant, and is a simple, yet powerful way to connect with your little one. Remember…infant massage is a gift of love. Give it to yourself or someone you love today.
When should I begin massage?
Whether your baby is a newborn or several months old, massage can bring immediate and lasting results. From soothing your little one to sleep to relieving a gassy tummy, a gentle massage can do wonders for your baby. Of the five senses, touch is the most developed at birth. Expectant parents often take infant massage instruction in advance so they are ready to begin this wonderful loving touch right from the start.
In class you will learn
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The history, theory, and practice of baby massage
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How to vary massage strokes for your active, growing, on-the-move toddler
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About dealing with special needs such as colic, intestinal difficulties (gas/constipation), and teething
Class Options:
Parent's Night In (or Day)
60 minutes - 2 sessions - $100
(min. class of 3)
This 2-week class session allows parents to get fully comfortable with the strokes and gives enough time to settle into a routine. Host your other mom friends with babies for a fun night in.
Prenatal Instruction
60 minutes - 2 sessions - $100 per baby
(min. class of 3)
With the increased awareness about the importance of touch for newborns, many parents-to-be are interested in learning baby massage before their infant is born. The class is taught with parents using life-like dolls to practice the strokes on. This method allows
the parents to begin baby massage as soon as the baby arrives. This makes a wonderful baby shower gift!
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Private Session
60 minutes - 2 sessions - $150
Some parents have conflicts in their schedules that make it difficult for them to commit to a group of classes. This is a wonderful option for working parents and also allows for fathers to be included. Classes are taught at baby's home.
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*Additional travel fee may apply
Classes listed above come with a bottle of organic
massage oil, massage stroke booklet, and handouts.
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Goo Goo Guru to Go! Workshop
60 minutes - 1 session - $300
This class is a general overview for community groups
(libraries, playgroups, church groups, coffee clutch, etc.) looking for basic information about baby massage. It is also a great way to meet other new parents in the community.
*Additional travel fee may apply
Get In Touch
If you have any questions about our services
Tel: 815.922.6656
Email: gogoogooguru@gmail.com
Naperville, Illinois
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