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Infant Massage
Infant Massage
Infant massage incorporates nurturing touch, massage, and reflexology in a loving, fun, one-on-one interaction that is nourishment for baby's healthy development. Parkland Medical Center is proud to offer several opportunities during 2009 for families to learn this wonderful art. Please call (603) 421-2030 for dates and times.
Fee: $25/series
Location: Nutfield Professional Building, Suite 102
Entrance D
Birch Street, Derry NH 03038
Classes are taught by a Certified Infant Massage Instructor
Please bring a large bath/beach towel to class.
Inclement Weather: Call 603-421-2030 to see if a class is being held.
Benefits of Infant Massage
For Infants
- Improves immune system
- Infant learns to relax
- Promotes sounder sleep
- Promotes bonding
- Promotes communication
- Helps regulate digestive, respiratory and circulatory systems
- Helps relieve discomfort from gas and colic
- Decreases stress hormones
For Parents
- Provides a focused time
- Helps parents respond to nonverbal cues
- Promotes feelings of competence and confidence in caring for baby
- Improves parent and infant communication
- Increases parents ability to help baby relax in times of stress
- It is fun for parents to massage their baby.
Reference: Steptoe, C. Benefits of Infant Massage, 2001