Infant Massage - Vimala McClure

In this completely updated and
revised edition, learn how massage benefits children - easing discomfort,
releasing tension, helping premature infants gain weight, even helping
asthmatic children improve breathing function. Follow each step of the
massage process with simple easy-to-follow instructions and delightful
photographs demonstrating each stroke. Find: Specific routines tailored to
help relieve colic, fever, chest and nasal congestion. Modified instructions
for premature infants and babies with special needs. Helpful hints on dealing
with crying and fussing.
The latest
scientific research confirms what parents have known for generations: massage
benefits children-easing discomfort, releasing tension, helping premature
infants gain weight, even helping asthmatic children improve breathing
function. As well as soothing and calming, physical affection is vital to the
wellness of children and the development of the parent-child bond. Follow
each step of the massage process with simple easy-to-follow instructions and
delightful photographs demonstrating each stroke.
Discover: Modified instructions for
premature infants and babies with special needs. Helpful hints on dealing
with crying and fussing. Lullabies, rhymes, and games to enhance the massage
experience. A special chapter dedicated to fathers. Compassionate advice for
foster and adoptive parents.