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"Massage was sooo great for
gas pains, settling/sleep, bonding
and soothing when Grace was a
baby, but even now, at 16 mo, she
knows the word and actually asks
us for "muh-ssage?" when she's
having a frustrating day -- what a
gift to hear her sweet voice
knowing how to ask for comfort,
rather than crying or screaming!"
-- Christine 11/07
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Baby Wellness & Massage
Learn and practice some essential techniques for using therapeutic touch with your baby - to help both of you bond, relax, and sleep better! Not only is it a beautiful and loving way to begin a lifelong relationship, but research also shows that these techniques:
* Reduce gas and colic, allowing baby to sleep better
* Help to strengthen and regulate respiratory, circulatory,
nervous, musculature, and gastrointestinal systems
* Begin a loving, intimate connection between parent & baby
* Help the baby release the tensions of daily stimuli
* Increase parent's confidence and handling skills
* Emotionally nourish your baby
Part I - Intro See Dates & Times
An introduction to using therapeutic touch to promote health and balance in your baby -- everything you need to know to get started, including:
- Why touch & massage are used and how you can use them to help your baby (what other cultures have known for centuries!)
- The importance of knowing when to massage your baby
- How much pressure is safe to use and areas to avoid
- Head to toe -- basic movements and where to use them!
 Part 2 See Dates & Times
More specific applications and guided practice, including:
- Special crucial strokes including relieving colic, gas, & constipation
- Massage & baby yoga movements for fun & stimulating play
- Knowing baby's cues for massage & how they change as they age
- How to adapt your massage to support your growing child into toddler & preschool age!
- More hands-on guidance, "trouble-shooting," and Q & A
Understanding and beginning touch early in life can improve the quality of parenting and family life
and promote the well being of your precious little one!
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Intro: $30 per family
Part 2: $30 per family
or $55 per family when you register for both parts together - 10% Off
Advance Registration is Required |
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| Instructor: |
Lorraine McCarthy |
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Best for prenatal parents or those with babies newborn through crawling. |
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PLEASE NOTE: NO BABY, AT ANY AGE, will predictably be quiet and alert AT CLASS TIME, for the FULL TIME.
Parents who attend class without a baby or whose baby is not feeling receptive to massage during class will practice what they are learning on one of our dolls. You will receive detailed handouts to reinforce things you might only partially asborb while attending to your child's needs.
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| Bring: |
If you are bringing baby, please bring 2 receiving blankets (ones you won't mind getting a gentle massage oil on) and anything else you and your baby need. |
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| Min/Max: |
Minimum class enrollment 4 / Maximum 8 |
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Attendance
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Since we keep small class sizes and reserve your spot, we cannot offer credits or refunds for classes canceled with less than 1 week notice.
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| Sick Policy: |
Please do not bring babies with an active cold or fever, but you may attend without baby, or send another caregiver in your place to get info and handouts. |
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| Intro |
Sunday |
January 29 |
9:30 - 10:45 am |
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| Part 2 |
Sunday |
February 5 |
9:30 - 10:45 am |
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| Intro |
Sunday |
February 26 |
9:30 - 10:45 am |
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| Part 2 |
Sunday |
March 4 |
9:30 - 10:45 am |
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| Intro |
Sunday |
April 22 |
9:30 - 10:45 am |
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| Part 2 |
Sunday |
April 29 |
9:30 - 10:45 am |
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You may register securely online with VISA or MC using the link next to your chosen date. If you prefer to pay with cash or check, click here for instructions.
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