Most parents unconsciously massage their young children. What mother hasn't stroked her baby's arm or played with her hand during feeding? This video will show you how to develop a massage technique that will deepen the bond between you and your child. I'm sure you'll be amazed at how this teaches the child to relax and in turn, help you to do the same. It will become a very special time between you and your child to enjoy a one-to-one relationship. Infant massage can be started from birth and will continue to be an important part of your child's life for many years to come. In this video, you will see a very content seven-month-old baby boy and a two-year-old girl who just love the quality time their parents spend at their regular massage sessions. Apart from the love and bonding regular massage generates between mother and child, it also goes a long way towards keeping children healthy. It can also prevent and alleviate many common complaints. Please make sure you read the information on the jacket before you start playing the video. Time doesn't permit us to delve into the origins and theory behind the practice. This is essentially a practical, hands-on video. We will show you practical techniques of infant massage so that you can start to explore this fascinating world right now. The presenter is Melva Martin, principal of the Osteopathic College of New Zealand and a mother of four children. Her videos on manipulation techniques are now regarded as standards in many colleges throughout the world. So, without further ado, it's over to Melva.
We're going to start off with a baby massage by getting the room ready. We need to have a warm room, or if it's hot in the summer time, we need a cooler room. We have our table set up already. We have towels in case we need them, baby oil, and powder. We must be prepared because we don't want to leave the baby on the table and go away to get things we need. I make sure my hands are warm. If they're cold, I'll wash them with hot water. I have short fingernails because I don't want to scratch the baby. Also, I am calm and relaxed. Now I will go and get the baby.
