Live Life Natural TherapiesBaby Massage ClassesBaby massage has been a custom of traditional cultures for centuries. It encourages what is part of every parent’s instinct - to love and nurture the new little life in their world. Baby massage is a wonderful opportunity to learn strokes and techniques that will communicate a sense of love and security to your child along with many physical benefits that support healthy development. Massaging your baby has many physical as well as emotional benefits, some of which include: - Baby massage improves communication
The close interaction improves your ability to understand your baby's body language. They will respond with more sensitivity and confidence. Research has shown that children who receive regular meaningful touch grow up better able to communicate their feelings and to cope with stress. - Baby massage enhances bonding, relaxes and soothes
Eye and skin contact, the exchange of soothing sounds and smells, cuddles and smiles all help parent and baby feel closer. A pleasurable experience for both parent and child, massage releases the ‘bonding’ hormone and can aid in recovery from post-natal depression. - Baby massage helps relieve colic and tummy discomfort
Specific massage techniques are taught to help improve digestion and relieve colic. - Baby massage stimulates baby's physiological development
Research studies show that respiratory, muscular, circulatory and immune systems all benefit form the positive effects of massage. Premature babies who received daily massage had improved weight gain, improved sleep and cried less than those who did not. - Baby massage promotes neurological development
Baby's ability to handle stimulation is increased. Brain development is enhanced. FeeGroup Classes $180 1.5 hour classes each week for 5 weeks. Class includes all course notes, massage oils and morning/afternoon tea * Organise your own group and receive a group discount, or arrange for private one-on-one infant massage instruction in the comfort of your own home | 
