Infant massage has been practiced by other cultures for centuries. Vimala Schneider McClure brought this ancient art to the United States in the 1970's, after she observed the positive effect it had on infants in India. She practiced the Indian massage strokes on her own baby and observed its benefits first hand. Ms. McClure is the founder of the International Association of Infant Massage, and the author of "Infant Massage, a Handbook for Loving Parents". Swedish strokes, reflexology, and yoga along with the Indian massage strokes, make up the curriculum for teaching parents the art of infant massage. For more information on infant massage and the benefits, see the article written by Elaine and Rita at Childbirth.org.
Infant massage is taught through small classes or private sessions. Group classes consist of four 1-1/2 hour sessions that meet for four consecutive weeks. Private sessions are arranged to meet individual's needs.
Classes are designed for you with your baby, from birth to pre-crawling. Classes are also offered for older infants and children.
Rita Day and Elaine Weisberg are parent educators who have completed training that is mandated by the International Association of Infant Massage. Both Rita and Elaine are graduates of the University of Kentucky College of Nursing. After graduation, they both worked at the University of Louisville's Children's and Youth Clinic, and then later taught nursing students at Spencerian College. Therefore, they bring to their classes both professional experience as well as personal experiences as parents.
For more information, e-mail Rita or Elaine at touchababy@bellsouth.net
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