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About Infant Massage Information Service The Infant Massage Information Service (IMIS) is the biggest provider of infant massage training and has the largest membership base for infant massage instructors within Australia. Established in 2000, we have been working to ensure individuals receive professional training with the most recent information on research and effective techniques. Our programs offer the most in-depth information available on massage and touch therapy for infants, pre-term infants, infants suffering from wind, colic, constipation and reflux. We are acknowledged, endorsed and accredited by: The Australian Traditional The Australian The Association of Medicine Society College of Midwives Massage Therapists
. News and upcoming events ≈ Infant Massage Information Service – The biggest provider for Infant Massage training in Australia. The Infant Massage Information Service is now the biggest provider for Infant Massage training within Australia. With more classes running each year and the highest membership numbers within the country, more and more people are making the choice to train with IMIS. The Infant Massage Information Service is the only training provider within Australia that can provide the qualification of Paediatric Massage Consultant in addition to the Infant Massage Instructor Certificate. The IMIS baby massage programs offer the most in depth information available on massage and touch therapy for pre-term infants, infants suffering from wind, colic, constipation, and reflux in addition to a complete unit of study dedicated to how to get started taking classes and appointments to utilize infant massage qualifications. With all this on offer, it is not surprising that students across the country are voting for the information service as the number one provider for infant massage training. . ≈ Upcoming classes:
Cairns, QLD 29th - 31st October 2010 Only 6 positions remain available Sydney, NSW 17-19 September 2010 Only 2 positions remain available Perth, WA 19-21 Nov 2010 Only 3 positions remain available Sydney, NSW 3-5 December 2010 Only 5 positions remain available
≈ Congratulations to the our recent Perth & Adelaide students for becoming certified. ≈ Research: Massage Favorably Adjusts Infants' Rest-Activity Cycle "Massage Therapy by Mothers Enhances Adjustment of Circadian Rhythms to the Nocturnal Period in Full-Term Infants" was conducted by Sari Goldstein Ferber, Ph.D., Moshe Laudon, Ph.D., Jacob Kuint, M.D., Aron Weller, Ph.D., and Nava Zisapel, Ph.D. For the full article click on the link below http://www.massagemag.com/Magazine/2003/issue104/research104.3.php
≈ Infant massage benefits parents and babies: To read article: http://www.busywoman.com.au/html/s02_article/article_view.asp?id=989&nav_cat_id=602&nav_top_id=93
≈ How a baby's scent impacts dad The bond between a newborn infant and mother, is almost instant.For a new dad, that instant bond isn't as easy. But, researchers at the Wisconsin National Primate Center at the University of Wisconsin have found the mere scent of a new baby, may make it easier for dad. A study of monkeys now reveals how the mere scent of his baby can turn dad from protector to parent, by ratcheting down levels of the male hormone testosterone. So what can new dads do to bond with their babies? Experts say it's simple: just help with baby's most basic needs, like changing diapers, or if you're supplementing with a bottle, dad can help with feedings, especially overnight. Babies thrive on loving contact, so gentle massage from dad is also a great way to bond. If you're out and about, dad should carry the baby in a sling or carrier close to the body. For the full article click on the link below: http://www.wkowtv.com/Global/story.asp?S=9304545 9th & 30th November and 6th & 7th Decemb Upcoming classes: ≈ Birth Boom: article from The Sun Herald (Sydney) 26th October 2008 The state's busiest maternity hospital is on track to deliver 5500 babies this year despite being built for only 4000. Royal Prince Alfred Women and Babies in Camperdown is struggling to cope with the bumper demand. Director Dr Andrew Child said "We've already introduced a geographical limit with our bookings. If you live outside those particular postcodes, we'll have to say no. When the hospital was built 10 years ago, the birth rate was in decline. This and other factors - including the introduction of the baby bonus payment and the relative affordabilty of housing for young couples in the inner west, which is served by Royal Prince Alfred Hospital - have led to pressure on the hospital. ≈ Australia's Baby Boom: Australians are producing babies at the fastest rate for 36 years! This means more infant massage instructors and consultants will need to be trained to cope with a growing demand for information and services related to baby massage. Preliminary figures released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) show that the number of births in Australia in 2006 was 265,922, the highest since 1971. The number of births in 2006 was the second highest number of births on record. http://www.news.com.au/heraldsun/story/0,21985,21853438-24331,00.html
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