Parents/caregivers enjoy learning to massage their babies. Massage stroke sequences for each body area (e.g. legs & feet, stomach, etc.) are introduced gradually throughout the four-session course. Ample time is provided to review strokes at each class. In addition, a gas/colic routine and gentle movements (aka baby yoga) are included in the class. During infant/baby massage classes, there are no "performance standards." Massage is done at the pace the babies are willing to accept.

Learning infant massage helps parents have focused one-on-one time with their child, and the benefits of daily massage are numerous. Some benefits include:

• establishes a nurturing routine of positive touch for families.

• encourages secure attachment

• helps parents understand their baby's unique language and cues

• reduces baby's stress and irritability

• improves the quality of baby's sleep

• enhances weight gain and development in premature infants

The class provides an opportunity to learn and share nurturing touch with your child and a chance to connect with other families. Infant and Baby Massage classes are open to parents/caregivers (1-2 adults) and baby.

Multiples/sibling discount: To enroll more than one child in your family ages 2 weeks to 12 months (older children welcome if pre-walking), please call the office to register (734) 973-1014. With the registration of the first child, each additional child receives a 25% discount off the cost of the class.

Please contact Ann Zalek at ann@TheracareMassageTherapy.com, or (734) 332-3800 to confirm additional adult attendance or with any questions regarding TheraCare Infant & Baby Massage.

Website: www.TheracareMassageTherapy.com

Day	Dates	Time	Location	Instructor
For children 2 weeks to 12 months
Mondays	04/19-05/10	2:00 - 3:00 PM	Lamaze Office	Ann Zalek

Customers who registered for this class also registered for:

• Mother's Groups
• New Mom's Club
• Parent Toddler Playgroup

Helpful Hints

Class fee includes a sampler Canyon Sun Tiny Baby Massage Butter and weekly instructional handouts and articles.

What to Bring:
•Extra Diapers
•2 Blankets (1 for baby to lie on and 1 receiving blanket or towel for warmth)
•small toy or rattle (older infants/babies)