Infant Massage Sessions

Why Massage Our Babies?

The tradition of massaging babies has deep roots in many cultures throughout history. This practice represents much more than simply touching a baby’s delicate skin. It is a significant milestone in building the relationship between parents and baby, providing remarkable benefits.

Infant Massage Sessions: Bonding and Development

Taking part in infant massage sessions gives parents the opportunity to learn the art of massage and the art of stimulating their baby’s psychomotor development. These moments of sharing are led by the professional experience of a physiotherapist specialised in this area.

Undeniable Advantages of Infant Massage:

Infant massage is a practice that provides a number of remarkable advantages for the baby and for the relationship between parents/carers and babies. Here are some of the most notable advantages:

1. Reduced Stress Response: Infant massage has the power to calm the baby, helping them to cope with stress responses more effectively.

2. Colic Relief: Babies often suffer from colic, a source of discomfort. Massage can relieve this discomfort.

3. Easier Sleep: Massage helps to calm the baby, making it easier to sleep, which is beneficial for both the baby and the parents.

4. Improved Circulation: Massage promotes blood circulation, contributing to the baby’s overall wellbeing.

5. Immune System Boost: Through massage, it is possible to balance and strengthen the baby’s immune system, providing greater resistance to disease.

6. Stimulation of Cognitive Development: Infant massage can have a positive impact on the baby’s cognitive development, promoting learning and sensory awareness.

7. Release of Growth Hormone: Regular infant massage can contribute to the release of growth hormone, stimulating the baby’s healthy development.

8. Strengthening the Parent/Carer/Baby Bond: Infant massage creates a deep connection between parents/carers and the baby, strengthening the emotional bond and mutual trust.

Infant Massage at Tecnifisio: Recommendations and Approach

At Tecnifisio, we recommend Infant Massage for babies aged between 1 month and 18 months. We recommend weekly sessions to guarantee the optimum benefits of this practice.