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Here's a simple, in-depth look at baby massage techniques that promises to aid in baby's sleep and digestion, enhance social skills, and promote motor and intellectual development. As a mother of twin boys as well as a health reporter and researcher, host Brenda Adderly seems eminently qualified to teach parents about baby massage. Every health claim made in the video is backed by a wealth of scientific studies and is explained by pediatrician Dr. Jay Gordon. The video begins with Adderly's detailed preparations for a comfortable massage, including a rundown of necessary supplies. Adderly proceeds to demonstrate 10 separate massages, using her twin boys as willing subjects. Basic massages like baby's first massage and a full-body massage teach general massage techniques. In-depth looks at specific areas like the feet, face, and legs are covered and are followed by more specific instructions for soothing colicky babies. Elements of Swedish, Indian, and Oriental massage are incorporated into Adderly's method of massage, and each technique is described and presented simply and clearly. The tone of this 45-minute video is relaxed and the massage techniques are extremely easy for even the novice to follow. This is a well-presented baby massage primer that explains the many benefits of baby massage and leaves parents feeling confident about their own massage skills.
--Tami Horiuchi