Infant Massage Class with Erin Carroll-Manning

Wednesday’s starting September 11th , 2024 – October 30th , 2024

8 week class, 10:15am – 11:45am

Instructed by Erin Carroll-Manning, trained infant massage instructor, trained Newborn Care Specialist (NCS), trained parent educator and trained post-partum doula (PDD)

Root To Rise Physical Therapy & Pelvic Health ~ Scarborough Clinic

$200 for 8 weeks

Let’s talk about the wonderful practice of infant massage! It's a traditional and beautiful way to bond with your baby and it comes with so many amazing benefits. Infant massage is all about gently stroking and massaging your baby using specific techniques. It’s a loving and tactile way to communicate with your little one, and you can always adjust it to make sure your baby feels comfortable. 

Here are some great benefits of infant massage: 

1. Promotes Bonding: Infant massage enhances the emotional connection between you and your baby. It’s all about that skin-to-skin contact, eye contact, and soothing touch, all of which build a deep sense of closeness and trust.

 2. Calms and Relaxes: The gentle strokes of massage can calm your baby’s nervous system, helping them relax and potentially sleep better. 

3. Aids in Digestion: A little belly massage can help with gas and discomfort, promoting healthy digestion. 

4. Enhances Circulation: Massage stimulates blood flow and lymphatic circulation, contributing to overall well-being and a healthy immune system. 

5. Relief from Discomfort: Infant massage can help relieve common discomforts such as teething or muscle tension.

6. Improves Sleep Patterns: Regular massage sessions may help regulate your baby’s sleep patterns and promote longer, more restful sleep. I hope this helps you understand and appreciate the art of infant massage even more!

Taking a baby massage class also helps moms socialize by providing a shared experience in a relaxed atmosphere, fostering regular interactions and conversations. These classes create a supportive network where moms can connect over common parenting experiences and build relationships. Join us!

8 weeks of classes includes:

*1 in-person 1.5 hour group class a week

*Learn 10 different Massage strokes

-5 Universal

-5 Gas/Digestive support

*Learn 5 Sign Language signs

*2 weeks filled with 2 experts in their field pertaining to postpartum and baby health and wellness