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Infant Massage Foundations

Video

Elective

3 Hours

Instructor: Jennifer Taylor

State:

AOTA logo Colibri Healthcare, LLC is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 17495. This Distance Learning-Independent course is offered at 0.3 CEUs Introductory, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Course Overview
This introductory video course provides foundational education in infant massage for massage therapy and related rehabilitation professionals. The course reviews the history and benefits of infant massage; infant stressors; bonding and attachment; developmental considerations; contraindications; appropriate pressure, positioning, oils, and safety precautions; and strategies for teaching parents and caregivers to use infant massage safely and confidently. Learners will review demonstrations, infant cues, modifications for special situations, and practical guidance for supporting parent-infant connection through nurturing touch.

Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of this course, the learner should be able to:

List the benefits of infant massage for infant development and caregiver well-being.
Define contraindications, precautions, and safety considerations for infant massage.
Explain the role of bonding, attachment, and infant cues in supporting parent-infant connection through massage.
Demonstrate appropriate infant massage techniques and modifications for special situations.
Apply strategies for teaching parents and caregivers to perform infant massage safely and confidently.

About the Author/Presenter
Jenn Taylor is a licensed massage therapist (LMT), NCBTMB Approved Provider, and continuing education instructor with 20 years of experience in the massage therapy profession. She specializes in prenatal and postpartum massage, infant massage instruction, and mentoring massage therapists in developing high-quality continuing education courses. Jenn is passionate about empowering therapists through evidence-informed education, hands-on learning, and practical teaching strategies that build confidence and support professional growth.

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
Colibri Healthcare
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Massage Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us

Infant Massage Foundations

Learning Outcomes
Upon the completion of this course, the learner should be able to:

List the benefits of infant massage for infant development and caregiver well-being.
Define contraindications, precautions, and safety considerations for infant massage.
Explain the role of bonding, attachment, and infant cues in supporting parent-infant connection through massage.
Demonstrate appropriate infant massage techniques and modifications for special situations.
Apply strategies for teaching parents and caregivers to perform infant massage safely and confidently.

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us