Connecting with Families Using the FAN (Facilitating Attuned Interactions)

Recently in a previous blog post, we touched on the idea that Magic happens through connection and touch. Today, we want to expand on this and think about how connection, relationships, and support can all have positive impacts for families as they learn and understand about their baby. The ultimate goal is for parents to feel connected and attuned to their baby. This connection and understanding then supports their baby’s development and strengthen their bond/relationship as well. Infant Specialists at the Fussy Baby Network support families using a relationship-based approach called the FAN (Facilitating Attuned INteractions).

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Ashley F.
The Magic of Touch and Connection

Having a baby is a magical time and it also can have its challenges too. The first months, even the first year, are filled with change, connection, love, worries and of course exhaustion. The Fussy Baby Network is a support program for families who have babies one year and under. Our Infant Specialists hear from families about the worries and wonders during this time.

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Ashley F.
Resources on Supporting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Families

In support of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, these resources include AAPI advocacy organizations, guidance for parents navigating conversations about racism and xenophobia, emotional wellness resources for students, parents and professionals and education on bystander intervention trainings.

Infant Massage USA strives to build nurturing and inclusive communities and we share our voice to stand in solidarity against racism.

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Differences in Infant Massage and Massage Therapy

CEIM Claire Naughton writes about the key differences in infant massage and massage therapy.

“While my license and certification are mutually exclusive, they compliment each other wonderfully. While I still do not touch the babies, I can see things about both adult and baby that perhaps someone who is not a trained bodyworker can not. It has given me so many extra tools to help my clients, and I’m so glad I made the leap to become certified with Infant Massage USA.”

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How To Become A Sleep Detective

CEIM Teresa Phelps writes about being a sleep detective with tips to help parents and caregivers.

“I truly believe that creating a routine around massage can be one of the best things to help your baby sleep, and sleep longer. Through massage, parents are able to better connect, communicate and learn to follow their child's cues and sleep clues…just like a detective.”

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August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month - Resources

We would like to take a moment to recognize our Certified Educators that are also Lactation Consultants, Doulas and Childbirth Educators and support families through their unique feeding situations.

See resources on Q & A on food and feeding from the AAP, concerns about breastfeeding, prenatal and postpartum support to transgender parents, reducing racial and ethnic disparities in breastfeeding, support through telelactation and 6 days of webinars from USBC.

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