DISCOVER THE GENTLE ART OF INFANT MASSAGE 
Vimala McClure, the founder of the International Association of Infant Massage, helps you master the techniques of infant massage so you can incorporate this joyful and wonderful healing art into your baby's life.  She shows you why a daily massage can be one of the greatest gifts you give your children and yourself. For generations, mothers all over the world have known that the soft stroke of their hands soothes, calms and communicates their love for their babies.  Now scientific research proves that massage can do all that and more.  Infant massge brings physical and psychological benefits to both parents and babies.
 
In 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.
 
You will find:
Specific routines tailored to help relieve colic, fever, chest and nasal congestion
Modified instructions for premature infants and babies with special needs 
Helpful hints on dealing with crying and fussing 
Lullabies, rhymes and games to enhance the massage experience
Guidance for teaching children about "good touch"
A special chapter dedicated to fathers
Compassionate advise for foster and adoptive parents