Massage is beneficial for your baby. You can do it yourselves or you can employ a “Malishwali Bai” who are available in India and after initial supervision, can be allowed to do the job. If you have any concerns about massaging your baby - and especially if your baby is sick - you should consult a Pediatrician first. In any case: never massage a baby if she appears ill or uncomfortable.
ADVANTAGES OF BABY MASSAGE:
- Baby massage is a good bonding experience - a good way for you and your baby to get to know each other and to spend a bit of quality time together.
- Studies have suggested that physical contact is good for babies, improving their breathing, circulation, digestion and growth.
- It provides a good source of sensory and muscle stimulation, which is beneficial to all babies, but may be particularly good for babies with special needs, such as developmental disabilities and Down's syndrome.
- Baby massage is even claimed to combat postnatal depression in mothers, according to a BBC news report on baby massage and post natal depression.
- It relaxes both parent and child.
- It's fun for both of you.
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