Baby Massage for Dummies - (For Dummies) by Joanne Bagshaw & Ilene Fox (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Explains massage for preemies, newborns, and toddlers

Soothe your baby and promote well-being the all-natural way

Curious about baby massage? Featuring illustrations and step-by-step instructions, this friendly guide makes it easy to use techniques that can reduce your baby's stress; ease the discomfort of colic, constipation, and teething; and create a strong attachment between the two of you. You'll also find suggestions for making massage part of your everyday routine.

Discover how to:
* Ease common ailments
* Enhance your bond with your baby
* Stimulate growth and development
* Comfort a fussy baby
* Massage babies with special needs

From the Back Cover

Explains massage for preemies, newborns, and toddlers

Soothe your baby and promote well-being the all-natural way

Curious about baby massage? Featuring illustrations and step-by-step instructions, this friendly guide makes it easy to use techniques that can reduce your baby's stress; ease the discomfort of colic, constipation, and teething; and create a strong attachment between the two of you. You'll also find suggestions for making massage part of your everyday routine.

THE DUMMIES WAY^(R)

• Explanations in plain English
• "Get in, get out" information
• Icons and other navigational aids
• Online cheat sheet
• Top ten lists
• A dash of humor and fun

Discover how to:

• Ease common ailments
• Enhance your bond with your baby
• Stimulate growth and development
• Comfort a fussy baby
• Massage babies with special needs

Review Quotes

"...has illustrations and step-by-step instructions to show you how to use techniques that can reduce your baby's stress..." (Manchester Evening News, 22nd March 2005)

About the Author

Joanne Bagshaw is a psychotherapist who also teaches yoga and holistic childbirth education classes. Ilene Fox is certified in pre- and postnatal massage.