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The purpose of infant massage, though it has many benefits, is mainly "to increase the bonding and attachment between the child and the adult giving the massage "says Certified Infant Massage Instructor Kay Keller. The international Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) states its mission is to "promote nurturing touch. ... "
Infant massage is an ancient tradition, widely practiced in many cultures and rediscovered in the West. The resurgence of infant massage can be linked to the efforts of Vimela Schneider McClure, founder of the IAIM Instructors.
McClure writes in her book, Infant Massage: A Handbook for Loving Parents, "[During my work in the 1970s], I became aware of the importance of the traditional Indian baby massage, both for its soothing effects and for its role in affectionate nonverbal communication," McClure observed. ... The gentle art of infant massage has been a part of baby care-giving traditions passed from parent to child for generations," according to McClure. ... "
Benefits of infant massage include: Enhancing loving communication and nurturing parenting skills between care giver and baby. ...
Helping relieve symptoms of gas and colic (specific massage techniques). ...
Infant massage is technique that needs to be taught as there are many important intricacies to follow. There are no age constraints with massage, but different ages dictate different styles, techniques, and lengths of massage.
Approximate Word count = 1040
Approximate Pages = 4.2
(250 words per page double spaced)
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