Touch Therapy for Highly Sensitive Children
Overstimulation can manifest as irritability, anxiety, and behavioral challenges that detract from their ability to engage with the world around them effectively
The Healing Power of NICU Massage: A Journey of Love, Loss, and Bonding
For the Williams* family, the NICU was a place of both heartbreak and hope. After welcoming twins, a boy and a girl prematurely a...
The Importance of Permission in Massage
Permission is a fundamental concept in massage and touch therapy, particularly in pediatric massage, but it holds significance for clients of all ages.
Combat Bullying: Boosting Confidence and Self-Esteem in Children
Touch therapy encompasses various forms of gentle touch, including massage, which can play a vital role in a holistic approach to combating the effects of bullying
Maximize Your Potential: Re-Certify with Liddle Kidz® for Comprehensive Infant Massage Training
If you've completed an infant massage training program but found it lacking in support, comprehensive content, or experienced instructors, now is the time to consider re-certifying with the Liddle Kidz® Foundation.
Help Babies Thrive in the First Year: Focusing on Hospitalized Infants
The first year of a baby’s life is crucial for sensory and neurological development, especially for infants who have experienced hospitalization.
The Role of Massage Therapists in the NICU: Part of the Healthcare Team
Many massage therapists are unaware of their potential role in a hospital setting, particularly in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Often, they ask if they can work in hospitals or believe these roles are reserved for nurses or occupational therapists. In reality, with the right training and certification, massage therapists can be essential members of the healthcare team.
The Power of Infant Massage for Babies with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (NAS)
Touch therapy, including infant massage, offers a gentle and effective way to support babies with NAS.
The Role of Early Intervention Therapy in Neurodevelopmental Outcomes of Premature Infants
The recent research article, "The Role of Early Intervention Therapy in Neurodevelopmental Outcomes of Premature Infants," highlights the profound benefits of early therapeutic interventions like infant massage in supporting the development of preterm infants.
Massage Benefits for Hospitalized Children
Massage therapy offers a multitude of benefits for hospitalized children, from reducing stress and pain to improving sleep and immune function.