Infant Massage for Beginners

Modern Nurture

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Discover the Healing Power of Infant Massage
In this episode of Modern Nurture, host Jess and expert Helen Thompson, an infant massage instructor and host of the First Time Moms Chat podcast, delve into the history and profound advantages of infant massage, including enhanced sleep, brain development, and relief from colic. The conversation also covers recommended oils, the importance of touch, the ideal timing and techniques for massage, and its positive impact on both baby and parental mental health. Helen emphasizes the significance of respecting a baby's cues during massage and addresses common misconceptions, ensuring parents are well-informed and confident in integrating infant massage into their caregiving routines.
In This Episode:
* Helen Thompson shares intriguing historical insights into infant massage, tracing its roots back to 3000 BC across various cultures.
* Discover the multiple health benefits for both baby and parents, including improved sleep patterns and reduced anxiety through the "cuddle hormone," oxytocin.
* Learn practical tips on how to massage your infant safely, the best oils to use, and how to interpret your baby's cues.
* Helen discusses the significant impact of massage on preterm babies and the parallels between the benefits of babywearing and infant massage.
* Addressing common misconceptions and the best practices for massaging a baby, including the importance of a gentle approach.
00:00 Intro
00:40 Brief History of Infant Massage
01:56 Benefits of Infant Massage
05:08 Importance of Touch, Siimilar With Babywearing
06:23 What Age to Massage
08:37 Common Infant Massage Misconceptions
10:35 Preterm Babies
11:45 Social and Emotional Outcomes from Infant Massage
13:12 Infant Massage and Postpartum Depression
14:29 How to Infant Massage
14:48 Choosing Massage Oil
18:10 What to have on hand
20:42 How often to Massage
23:10 Massage for Colic
24:29 Massage Techniques
26:02 Areas to Avoid
26:35 Stories from Parents
31:00 Last Question
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