I am a Certified Infant Massage Instructor Certified Occupational Therapy

							I am a Certified Infant Massage Instructor,
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant,
Reiki Master, Shamballa Master, and an                                    Soothing Strokes
Emotional Freedom Technique Instructor.

After my two children began school
                                                                          Infant Massage
I started working with other children, be
it in schools and as a volunteer. Through
the years, I have directed my focus towards
holistic methods of reaching children,
including my own and particularly my
two grandchildren. I was drawn to infant
massage as its benefits touch every member of
a family at once!

I am a member of, and certified by, the
International Loving Touch Foundation, Inc.

           www.lovingtouch.com




                                                                         Patricia Ostrouch, CIMI
                                                                          Certified Infant Massage Instructor
                                                138 Wells Village Road
                                                Sandown, NH 03873




                                                                                    603-887-3958
                                                                              soothingstrokes@live.com
                                                Pat Ostrouch
 Some of the benefits of Infant Massage           Some of the benefits of Infant Massage                       Please bring these items
   for parents and caretakers include:                    for the infant include:                                 with you to class:

This is a particularly helpful technique when    Helps reduce gas, colic and teething pain            A well-stocked baby bag.
parent(s) work as it provides an opportunity     which allows the infant to have happier
for both parent(s) and infant to spend a quiet   alert and better sleep time.                         One of your baby’s blankets to be used
and relaxing 15-20 minutes together at the end                                                        s
                                                                                                      ­ pecifically­ for­ its­ massage­ to­ encourage­
of the day.                                      Improves the infant’s ability to calm, and           a connection.
                                                 release stress by reducing levels of cortisol, the
A method that provides an opportunity for        stress hormone.                                      Wear comfortable clothing.
parents to learn their child’s cues and
                                                 Enhances communication as it provides the            Bring 2 pillows, one to place your infant on,
rhythms.
                                                 infant and parent with opportunities for the         and one for you to sit on.
A way for fathers to interact and bond with      pre-speech components of eye gaze, listening,
their infant and have fun.                       and verbal reciprocation.                            Sessions are: 4-6 per class
A method that addresses teething, colic, and     Improves body        awareness     and    midline        – Newborn to 3 months
other forms of infant distress.                  orientation.
                                                                                                          – 3 months to 6 months
An opportunity for quality time to promote       Strengthens and regulates the infant’s primary           – 6 to 12 months
bonding at home or if your child is              systems: circulatory, nervous, respiratory,
hospitalized.                                    gastrointestinal, as well as their musculature.
                                                                                                      Prenatal classes are available.
A special time to interact with your child       Promotes bonding and security thus fostering
through song, rhyme, and conversation which      love, compassion, and respect.                       I will gladly work with your pediatrician
encourages pre-verbal communication.                                                                  if your child has special needs.
                                                 Encourages the development of socialization
Reinforces good eye contact for interaction      skills by learning how to take turns.
and to promote bonding.                                                                               Classes includes handouts and supplies.
                                                 Studies show that stimulated pre-term babies
                                                 average a 47% greater weight gain daily.             Gift­certificates­are­also­available.


                                                     Infant massage is not a replacement for
                                                     medical care. Always consult with your
                                                     infant’s health care provider regarding any
                                                     health issues or concerns.