Baby Massage / Conductive Therapy
by Agnes Kasper /AK Therapist

Conductive Therapist

Baby Massage instructor

Baby massage involves the parent or caregiver using gentle, rhythmic strokes on the baby's body, fostering a loving and bonding experience. This practice has been found to provide various benefits, including promoting relaxation, soothing muscles, improving circulation, enhancing respiratory health, reducing constipation, and alleviating symptoms of colic, such as irritability and sleep disturbances. Additionally, baby massage has been shown to facilitate better parent-baby communication and deepen the parent-child bond. The practice offers a nurturing and calming experience for both the baby and the caregiver, promoting overall well-being and emotional connection

Conductive Education is a multi-disciplinary approach to educating children with Cerebral Palsy and other neurological and motor disorders to improve all areas of development. Conductive Education involves all aspects of functionality- physical functioning, cognitive development, emotional development, social interaction, and communication. Conductive education is about active learning, in which the child is an active participant. Conductive Education Conductive therapy was founded by a Hungarian physician, Professor Andras Peto, in the 1940s. Conductive Education specialists are called conductors. Conductors guide the children through music, rhythm, and repetition to help them learn and develop the skills they need to progress and reach their full potential.

Baby massage is a nurturing touch practised for centuries in various cultures worldwide. It involves gentle strokes, kneading, and rubbing on a baby's body to promote relaxation, bonding, and overall well-being. Baby massage instructors play a crucial role in teaching parents and caregivers how to massage their infants effectively, guiding them through techniques that can benefit both the baby and the caregiver. We will explore the importance of baby massage instructors and their impact on families' lives. This is a face-to-face baby massage group course at 26 Duncairn Gardens BT152GD. Benefits of Baby Massage: Baby massage offers numerous benefits for both infants and parents. For babies, it can help promote better sleep, improve digestion, reduce crying and fussiness, and enhance cognitive and motor development. The nurturing touch during massage also releases oxytocin, the bonding hormone, strengthening the attachment between the baby and the caregiver. 5X 60 minutes session under 5 days /weekly one day on every Tuesday at 11am-12 from 03/09/2024 -01/10/2024