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When Emma was a new baby, we were worried about her low muscle tone due to Down syndrome. By giving her massages we were able to stimulate her little legs and arms which helped them move more easily. Before we knew it, she was kicking her legs and swinging her arms! Massage also helped settle her down when she became agitated. Her little energy calmed down and she seemed to really "look" at us and know we were special. It's hard to explain but it provided her Dad and I with really valuable interaction while helping her physically. Enid and David Dodson, parents of Emma
My husband and I were overwhelmed after the birth of our twins who arrived five weeks prematurely. Infant massage gave us both an opportunity to center ourselves and focus on them in a very nurturing way. Now, at age 3, they still love massage! As a healthcare professional, I have definitely lived the benefits and am excited to have an outstanding product in Lasting Impressions to share with my clients!"
"Infant massage proved to be very therapeutic for my son, Ryan, and well worth the time and effort involved in learning the techniques. The methods taught were very effective in producing sound and restful sleep and really helped my baby with his digestive problems. In my opinion, anyone with a baby or young child would benefit from infant massage."
"Whether you are on baby number 10 or expecting your first, I strongly recommend infant massage. It is a time of relaxation for my daughter Monica and a time of reflection for me. These silent conversations are perhaps the greatest learning experiences that we share."
"For their newborn’s safety, parents should be certain that the person instructing them in infant massage is a Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) and not just qualified to work with adults. Education in infant massage instruction covers areas such as infant psychology, the importance of touch, appropriate stimulation, contraindications to massage and the actual massage techniques themselves. The Lasting Impressions Infant Massage Set was created by CIMI’s with years of experience, so parents have the assurance that the techniques used are loving, safe and effective."
With twins, I didn't have as much one-on-one interaction as I would have liked with each baby. Infant massage really helped me connect in a special and meaningful way with each of my babies, and it helped all three of us relax during trying days."
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