FAQ

Questions Answered for Parents

Benefits of FirstPlay Infant Story-Massage

Increases the parent-child attachment and bonding
Creates a fun time each day of intimacy between parent and child
Caring touch releases the calming and connectivity hormone oxytocin, while at the same time lowering the stress hormone cortisol.
Teaches infants the sensation of relaxation
As they grow, they learn to gain a sense of internal self-regulation and their own ability to calm.
Helps to create deeper and more sound sleep
Increases oxygen and nutrient flow to the cells
Increases the joy within the relationship
Teaches your baby about caring positive touch, respect and personal boundaries

Questions Answered for Parents FirstPlay® Infant Story-Massage

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How do you demonstrate the massage techniques?

FirstPlay® Practitioners demonstrate the story-massage techniques on a doll model while parents follow along and provide the story-massage activities with their infant.

What if I have more than one infant?

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What if my baby is not in the mood for a massage at the time of the session?

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Where are the sessions held?

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What ages is this FirstPlay infant story-massage model geared toward?

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How are sessions scheduled?

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I am a working mother. How will I have time to integrate FirstPlay sessions with my infant?

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What if I know of another mother with an infant that might be interested, can we have a session together?

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What if I want to put together a FirstPlay infant story-massage group with some other parents?

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