Neo Massage

What? Why would a baby need a massage?

For the same reasons you get a massage and more!

I learned in school that newborns who received massage in the neo natal unit were able to come home earlier, were stronger, and healthier than the newborns that did not receive massage. This is great news for mom and dad who get to take their little one home, and great news for the hospital as it will save tens of thousands a day, amounting to millions per year.

Can a healthy and happy baby receive massage? Absolutely! Massaging your infant is a great way to bond, especially for dads.

Massaging an infant can help improve sleep (longer, deeper, and more restorative), digestion (better nutrient absorption), reduce gas (ease colic and constipation), is excellent for the immune system, and so much more.

The best part about my training in infant massage is that I teach mom and dad (sometimes grandma and grandpa) how to massage their infant. This gives them an extra tool that they can use anytime they need.

As Massage Therapists, we are trained in infant massage, and it is common for a therapist to see infants as part of their practice. However, it is always more beneficial for a familiar face to do it. The infant will relax easier and enjoy the massage more if they know the person massaging them.

The ideal time to learn infant massage is between newborn and just before they can crawl away, although busy toddlers are great candidates for massage too.

I see parents and their infant one on one or sometimes in a group setting. It is a lot of fun to see these babies interact with their parents while enjoying the massage, and to hear the positive stories from parents about how the massage is helping them day-to-day.

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