Book details

  • Genre:children's fiction
  • Sub-genre:Family / New Baby
  • Age Range (years):2 - 8
  • Language:English
  • Pages:36
  • Paperback ISBN:9798996400812

From Your Hands To My Heart

The Power of Nurturing Touch

By Jill Pietroburgo

Overview

WHAT SHAPES A CHILD'S HEART BEFORE THEY UNDERSTAND THE WORLD AROUND THEM? In this rhyming picture book, a man reflects on his journey from infancy to adulthood, remembering the loving hands and caring moments that impacted his life. Through his illustrated recollections—including being held and comforted as a baby, having tired legs massaged after playing sports, and snuggling beside his dad for bedtime stories—"From Your Hands to My Heart" celebrates nurturing touch and the powerful connections that help shape who we become. Rooted in the principles of infant massage, parent-child bonding, and early childhood development, this heartfelt story reminds children, and adults alike, that simple acts of love and connection can leave lasting impressions. Perfect for young children, new and expectant parents, grandparents, educators, caregivers, and anyone who supports healthy social and emotional development, "From Your Hands to My Heart" is a gentle reminder that we never outgrow the need for loving touch—and that the care we give children today can create lasting blessings for generations to come.
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Description

WHAT SHAPES A CHILD's HEART BEFORE THEY UNDERSTAND THE WORLD AROUND THEM? In this rhyming picture book, a man reflects on his journey from infancy to adulthood, remembering the loving hands and caring moments that impacted his life. Through his illustrated recollections—including being held and comforted as a baby, having tired legs massaged after playing sports, and snuggling beside his dad for bedtime stories—"From Your Hands to My Heart" celebrates nurturing touch and the powerful connections that help shape who we become. WHO NEEDS THIS BOOK? Perfect for young children, and the adults who love them, "From Your Hands to My Heart" is rooted in the principles of infant massage, parent-child bonding, and early childhood development. This heartwarming story highlights how everyday acts of nurturing can support emotional growth, well-being, and a sense of connection throughout a person's life. Jill Pietroburgo is a Certified Infant Massage Instructor and Early Childhood Educator. Her book is ideal for: *Young children *New and expectant parents *Grandparents *Educators and caregivers *Infant Massage Instructors *Anyone fostering healthy social and emotional development in children WHY YOU NEED THIS BOOK "From Your Hands to My Heart" is a gentle reminder that we never outgrow the need for loving touch and that the ways we care for our children today—through nurturing touch, words of encouragement, and everyday expressions of love—can leave a lasting imprint on their hearts and create blessings that ripple across generations.
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About The Author

Residing in the foothills of the Ozarks with her husband, Phil, Jill cherishes her family, including the blessing of being a grandmother. Throughout her career, Jill has served children and families as an educator and mental health services provider. Jill's journey with nurturing touch began after the birth of her first child in 1996, when she received training in Infant Massage. From this starting point, she became passionate about the power of intentional, nurturing touch and knew that one day she would write a children's book to encourage others to share this same loving connection with their children. With the publication of "From Your Hands To My Heart," Jill's dream has become a reality. Jill's other children's book, "Sometimes Grandma Calls Me Jean," also reflects her sincere commitment to themes of love, compassion, and connection. This heartwarming story celebrates the bond between a granddaughter and her grandmother while gently addressing the topic of dementia.
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