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Gentle touch can be started as early as day one of
your baby's life and has shown to have the following benefits:
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Better sleep patterns for babies (and
therefore mum & dad!)
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Stronger immune systems
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Enhanced bonding
between the baby and parents
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Enhanced infant learning
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Better weight gain (especially for preterm
infants)
It doesn't stop there.
There are also many
benefits for Mum & Dad:
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Reduction in postnatal
depression
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Enhanced milk supply
for breastfeeding mums
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Improved interaction between mother, father and
baby
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Dad's feel more confident as caregivers and nurturers
The list goes on….
ParentLink's "Stay In Touch™"
baby massage program teaches you the art of massaging
your baby
and also gives
you the opportunity to learn more about
your baby's
cues. You will learn about the use of oils,
a variety of strokes and enjoy the time interacting with your baby.
Based on the work of Vimala McClure - Founder of
The International Association Of Infant Massage (IAIM),
ParentLink's
certified instructors
are experienced in teaching infant massage. They are
also certified childbirth educators and doulas, with extensive
experience in Singapore.
Each course
runs for a total of 4 weeks,
with classes held on Wednesday's. Sessions run
for about 1 to 1 ½ hours.
Cost: S$150
Oils are included, together with
all handouts.
You will
have the opportunity to make new friends, and gain
a better understanding of knowing what your baby likes
by staying in touch.
To book massage classes, please contact us on 9671
8428.
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