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In many countries worldwide, infant
massage is a traditional practice passed down through the generations. It’s
accepted as a natural, loving way for parents to get to know their new baby.
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The need to touch and be touched is a
natural instinct. As soon as he or she is born, you will probably want to touch
and soothe your baby. And if you don’t feel a bond straightaway, massage can
be one way to build the process.
Knowing that your touch is comforting can
help you feel more relaxed and positive about caring for your baby. And it’s a
great way for dads to feel more involved too.
Key Benefits
- Relaxes Infant
Loving touch lessens tension, fussiness and irritability. Digestion is
aided and this can provide relief of gas and colic. Massage is also a
wonderful way to lessen stress parent and baby.
- Enhances Bonding
Touch conveys nurturing and love, the essential ingredients for
emotional and physical growth and well being.
- Aids Growth and Development
Studies have shown increased weight gain, and immune function.
Myelination of nerves is also increased. These things in turn are
needed for brain and muscle development.
- Promotes Communication
Parents become more aware of baby's nonverbal cues. One-on-one
communication instils a massage of love and security.
- Improves Infants Sleep
As your infant learns to relax and release stress, sounder and longer sleep is often the end
result.
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