Baby's First Massage® was one of the first innovative, research-based massage training program with proven quantitative and qualitative positive outcomes that was supported by the medical community. It was originally developed in 1989 in a Dayton OH NICU, Level II Nursery by our founder, Teresa Kirkpatrick Ramsey, BSN, LMT, CIMI, Author, along with an esteemed medical team. There was nothing like it to offer families with newborns nor medically stable infants in the NICU.
After seeing the positive outcomes, the program was further developed to train and certify qualified professionals to help in sharing the benefits of newborn massage by becoming a Baby’s First Massage® Certified Newborn Massage Instructor (C.N.M.I.).
The Baby's First Massage® Program is where you should begin if you work with perinatal clients, newborns, and their families. You will learn the 15 step newborn massage routine, newborn behaviors, and calming techniques.
Better performance on neurological assessment scales
Better sleep/wake behaviors
Greater soothability
Improved growth and development
Improved body awareness
Improved relaxation and release of accumulated stress
Strengthened digestive, circulatory and gastrointestinal systems, which can lead to weight gain
Reduced discomfort from teething, congestion, gas, colic and emotional stress
Improved muscle tone coordination
Increased elimination, circulation and respiration
Reduced blood pressure
Improved overall health
Stronger bonding and attachment between parent and baby
Enhanced sense of love, respect and trust among family members
Improved ability of the parents to read infant cues
Increased confidence in parenting
Increased communication between baby and parent
Strengthened parenting skills
Stronger family foundation through understanding, positive communication, and touch
Parents who have learned massage using the Baby's First Massage® techniques share that they found it enjoyable for both them and their baby!
CLASSES
• 30-60 min class
Classes can take place at in a private practice, office, spa, on location, or in a home setting
Price Range: Varies
generally self pay
SETTING
DIRECT CARE
• Part of the care plan
NICU & Medical
as well as helping parents and caregivers learn the benefits
Price Range: Varies
billed to insurance
1.877.955.6262 #4
info@babysfirstmassage.com
Headquarters in Youngstown Ohio
