The latest scientific research confirms what parents have known for generations: massage benefits children. As well as soothing and calming, physical affection is vital to the wellness of children and the development of the parent-child bond. In this completely updated and revised edition, learn how massage benefits children-easing discomfort, releasing tension, helping premature infants gain weight, even helping asthmatic children improve breathing function. Follow each step of the massage process with simple easy-to-follow instructions and delightful photographs demonstrating each stroke.