Infant Massage

Why don't you try an Infant Baby Massage taster or a 4 week course to learn all you need to know. 

There are many benefits that will last a lifetime.....

THE BRAIN

• Most of the brain's cells are formed before birth, but most of the connections among cells are made during infancy and early childhood.
• Early experience and interaction with the environment are most critical in a child's brain development
• As the synapses in a child's brain are strengthened through repeated experiences, connections and pathways are formed that structure the way a child learns. If a pathway is not used, it's eliminated.

TRUST VS MIS-TRUST

• If parents are able to interact and respond to the child with comfort and affection on a regular basis then the childs view of the world is one of trust. (ERIKSON) From this basis, they are confident to explore their environment and develop healthy relationships with other people

MUSCLES & CIRCULATION

• It increases blood circulation bringing more oxygen and nutrients into the muscle
• Circulation is improved by mechanically assisting the venous flow of blood back to the heart
• Increase peristalsis in the large intestine, helping to relieve constipation, colic and gas

IMMUNITY

• Massage can help to strengthen the immune system, due to increase in white blood cells
• Massage stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, helping promote relaxation and the reduction of stress

NERVOUS SYSTEM

• The process of coating the nerves (myelination) continues even after birth and natural sensory stimulation, such as massage, speeds this process.
• Massage stimulates sensory receptors: this can either stimulate or soothe nerves depending on the techniques used
• By promoting the activity of the parasympathetic nervous system digestion is also stimulated
• When you massage your child your own stress hormone levels improve and your blood pressure lowers
• Scientists have now shown that very gentle touch, even something as simple as a hug releases the hormone oxytocin.