I is for Infant Massage

I is for Infant Massage

Do you feel refreshed and relaxed after having a massage?  I know I do.  Having the tension in your muscles worked out can make you feel like a new person.  Believe it or not, newborns can benefit from massage therapy as well – and it is safe to start as soon as you would like.  Birth was a difficult journey and they are growing rapidly inside and out, so they are bound to have a few kinks that can get worked out.  Infant massage is a great way to help relax your baby, decrease stress, relieve their gas, and bond.  While they may benefit from professional massage or chiropractic therapy, there are some basic massage techniques you can do from home.  If you are in the military I highly recommend contacting your local New Parent Support Program (NPSP) and scheduling a group class or private home visitation where they can provide hands on instruction for massaging your baby safely…

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