Went to a massage class this week with Didi (the instructor was from Brooklyn so they clicked immediately!) and LJ. There are so many benefits to infant massage that I can't even list them all. Massaging your baby is so important, not just for the baby but for bonding with you too. Some of the physiological benefits are listed below:
-improves blood circulation
-the release of oxytocin, the nurturing hormone
-aids in digestion
-helps relieve discomfort from gas, colic and constipation
-enhances development of the nervous system
-stimulates neurological development
-improves immune function
-reduces stress hormones
-increases alertness/heightened awareness
These are just a few of the benefits. You don't seem to need to know alot of techniques- though one is called "Swedish Milking". (not kidding) A few seem like they could go a really long way. Lew seemed to love it. He wanted to go right to sleep after it! We have another class next week and I hope they practice on moms!
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