Posted on November 2, 2009 in latest news
Humans are God’s best creations and touch is one of the best kinds of human contact. It makes you feel Loved, wanted and connected.
Body massage is the oldest forms of therapy. It helps improve the blood circulation, therefore leading to good physical and mental health. Massage when done to babies, work wonders. It increases their immunity system and helps them grow stronger.
Massage on babies, need to be done with care.
Take some time out when you feel relaxed and you know you’re not going to get disturbed or distracted by anything or anyone. Make yourself and your baby comfortable. Sit on the floor or on the bed and place your baby on your lap.
Use oils like almond oil or olive oil preferably warm and gently rub it all over the body. Avoid the face. The moment you sense that your baby is getting restless or is uncomfortable, stop it immediately.
Advantages of baby massage are:
- The baby grows stronger and faster
- Feels calm and relaxed
- Better sleep pattern
- Oxygen flow increases
- Improves blood circulation
- Good health
How to go about massaging your baby:
Take a good amount of warm oil, and gently rub it all over the body with your fingertips in a circular motion targeting mainly the joints. Use the bottom of your palm.
Continue for about half an hour and then set the baby free to play, run and jump about. After an hour or so, give him bath with warm water and see your baby responding in a positive way and participating actively.
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