Now Offering Services in Infant Massage with Vancouver Registered Massage Therapist

VANCOUVER, British Columbia - April 19, 2013 - PRLog -- While massage therapy, for all ages, developed in ancient societies it has started to gain popularity in recent years. This also rings true of infant massage- its popularity in Asia, especially India, was transfer to the Western world through those who travelled to these regions. More people are now teaching, and practicing, and the interest among parents is growing which is helping to support Infant Massage in the post-natal regime. The value of touch therapy benefits those of all ages and can play a large role in how we develop- physically, mentally, emotionally.
Society develops and technology tends to take us farther away from the human, face-to-face, interactions. Regardless of how times are changing, babies come into the world with the same needs as they would have decades, and centuries ago. Infant massage gives the parents a medium and format for touch and communication as the bonding process between parents and baby begins. In this regard, you, as the parent or care giver, are the one massaging your new baby. It is an opportunity to learn and incorporate all the advantages of touch therapy into your daily routine. A certified instructor will work with a doll close by and guide you along the way.

Marie Arcand is a Registered Massage Therapist at Broadway Wellness who is also a Certified Infant Massage Teacher (CIMT) with a passion for pre- and post-natal care. Marie first started infant massage as a mother with her son, 24 years ago. Throughout her training as a RMT she attended specialized workshops and then went on to attain her CIMT certification. As a RMT and a CIMT, Marie holds a unique role in being able to both teach parent and provide a hands-on treatment with the baby.

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Gentle massaging motions do more than just ease and calm your baby. As Marie describes, in an effort to support your baby's development to its full potential, the benefits are extensive and include:

- increased body awareness          - increased range of motion
- increased coordination          - muscle and joint stretching
- decreased stress hormone levels          - supports healthy weight gain
- supports healthy organ function          - supports healthy digestion
- supports teething          - pain relief
- relief of nasal congestion          - myelination of neurons (brain development)

Infant massage classes with an instructor are a valuable resource. It's possible to watch a video or read a book to learn the basics of infant massage but a group environment provides much more. It is a friendly and relaxed atmosphere where everyone is discovering a new phase of their lives. The classes are a great way to increase your confidence as a care giver to a new born baby, socialize, and to bounce questions off of other parents. It also helps you establish a connection with the baby, and become more in tune with the their needs. Sessions also can include guidance on diaper changing, nursing and baby wearing.

A series of three classes covers the full spectrum of infant massage: one class is dedicated each to the upper and lower halves of the body, and a third class covers treating discomforts such as teething, and tips to have a successful experience. The cost for the series is $35, but you can also register for single sessions for $15. A series not only provides you with the most information but it also allows you to go home, practice and come back with questions! Marie recommends that you bring your baby sometime after 5 weeks of age and start early in order to establish massage as a regular practice. The techniques can also be adapted for older infants and children and it is never too late to start!

A child's development in the first year of life is astonishing. Infant massage provides a way to support those developments, and bond with your baby in a way that will allow you to facilitate and ease into those changes.