Infant Massage A Handbook for loving parents

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Infant Massage A Handbook for loving parentsnby Vimala McClurennPaperback, 1989, 199pages,good used condition, crease in cover, small stain on page edgennIn this completely updated and revised edition, the author shows how massage benefits children – easing discomfort, releasing tension, helping premature infants gain weight, even helping asthmatic children improve breathing function. She explains each step of the massage process with simple easy-to-follow instructions and delightful photographs demonstrating each stroke.nYou’ll also find:n- Specific routines tailored to help relieve colic, fever, hest and nasal congestionn- Modified instructions or premature infants and bablies with special needsn- Helpful hints on dealing with crying and fussingn- Lullabies, rhymes, and games to enhance the massage experiencen- Guidance for teaching children about “good touch”nA special chapter dedicated to fathersn- Compassionate advice for forster and adoptive parents