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Infant Massage Education for Parents and Caregivers

Learn to Massage your Baby! Join HEAT Centers own Doula and LMT, Amanda Rayburg for this 4 week Infant Massage series. Meet other parents and learn massage techniques to bond with and soothe your baby. Also learn how to help ease colic and tummy troubles. Don't miss it!

Cost: $40 (includes 2 caregivers and Baby)
*Only 5 Spaces Available*
Classes will be held at the HEAT Center on Tuesday Mornings from 10:30am-11:30am on the following dates:
6/7/16
6/14/16
6/21/16
6/28/16
Please email amanda.rayburg@gmail.com to register and for payment options. Registration closes on 6/4/16

What you will need:
- A note or script from your childs pediatrician approving infant massage. (this is explained below)
- A yoga mat, blanket or towel (we will be sitting on the floor)
- A blanket or Bobby for baby
-Oil or cream for massage, Natural oils such as coconut, grape seed and sunflower seed are recommended. AVOID NUT OILS!

Q & A
"What age is it appropriate to start infant massage?"
You can start at any time. This series is for babies one year and under.

"Why do I need a script from my childs pediatrician for infant massage?"
According to NYS law, Massage Therapy of any kind can only be taught to, taught by, and provided by Licensed Massage Therapists.
Parents can be exempt from this law as long as they have a script from their child's pediatrician approving infant massage.
*This class allows you to perform massage with your child only! Taking this class does NOT give you the legal right to perform massage therapy or teach massage therapy to anyone else.*

"How do I get a script?"
When you email Amanda to register for the class she will respond with an email containing a permission letter that you can e-mail or print and take with you to your childs peditrician.

"Why are there 4 Classes"
Since you are just introducing your baby to massage, we do not want to overwhelm them with too much stimulation at once. We want the experience to be positive. With every class, we will build on a massage routine, getting baby more familiar with massage and giving you time to practice and build confidence.

If you have any other questions or concerns please email Amanda at: amanda.rayburg@gmail.com

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