Routine massage can help you bond with your baby and has great developmental benefits. Babies who receive routine touch and massage are more likely to make eye contact and have positive expressions.
A calming massage, to keep your baby happy, can also improve your baby’s sleep quality when it is part of a nightly bedtime routine. A regular massage with baby lotion can also help your baby develop self-confidence and the ability to relate to others!
But most importantly, massage is about the bond you’re building with your baby.
- 15 min or less for first massage
- A soft surface is perfect for massage
- Room sholuld be comfortably warm
- Don't apply oil or lotion to red or irritated skin
- Discontinue if rash develops
- Use moderate pressure to avoid tickling
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