{"id":2063,"date":"2022-07-01T03:38:17","date_gmt":"2022-07-01T03:38:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/siit.co\/guestposts\/?p=2063"},"modified":"2022-07-01T03:38:17","modified_gmt":"2022-07-01T03:38:17","slug":"the-best-massage-techniques-for-your-baby","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/siit.co\/guestposts\/the-best-massage-techniques-for-your-baby\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Massage Techniques for Your Baby"},"content":{"rendered":"

Your baby is under constant stress. From the moment they wake up to the moment they fall asleep, their world is a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds and even smells that baby can\u2019t process. This leaves your little one constantly on edge, stressed by everything around them. Because of this, babies are constantly looking for ways to relax and de-stress. Their parents see this need as an opportunity to connect with their child in a unique way that no other person can.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Giving your baby a massage not only soothes them, but also teaches them how their parents feel and react when they\u2019re touched in certain places. While massages aren\u2019t exactly easy for adults \u2013 let alone small creatures \u2013 they are absolutely perfect for babies and toddlers! They\u2019re flexible enough to be stretched out comfortably while still being strong enough to support your little one. Here are our top tips on how you can give your baby a relaxing massage at home that will soon become an essential part of their daily routine:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Start with a shower and a dry skin<\/b><\/h2>\n

If your baby is in the phase where they\u2019re most receptive to being touched \u2013 and most likely to be receptive to being massaged gently \u2013 it\u2019s best to start with a shower. Showering your baby helps to wash off surface tension that can cause baby\u2019s skin to be more sensitive and easier to touch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Next, dry your baby\u2019s skin and apply a soothing moisturiser. Babies\u2019 skin is very delicate, which means that the water has been rough on their skin, which means that any moisturising cream you use will be absorbed better and have a much longer shelf-life.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t expect your baby to stay still<\/b><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re trying to place your baby in a position that will allow you to get a good grip and use your full range of skills, don\u2019t do it at the expense of your baby\u2019s comfort<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Expect your baby to squirm and wriggle while you massage them, which will not only be an adorable sight to see, but will also let your hands have more room to work. If you\u2019re trying to massage your baby\u2019s tummy, try to do it while they\u2019re lying down.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This will allow you to get a good grip on them while also letting them feel like they\u2019re in control. Babies and toddlers are constantly on the go and they don\u2019t have the extra layer of fat and muscle that adults have, making it much harder for you to get a good grip on them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re trying to massage your baby\u2019s legs, help them by holding their legs and resting them on your lap. This will let your hands get a better grip on their legs and help to reduce the amount of wriggling.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Use your palms, feet and fingertips<\/b><\/h2>\n

There\u2019s a massive difference between rubbing your baby\u2019s arms or legs with your hands and using your fingers. It\u2019s important to remember that your baby\u2019s skin is incredibly delicate and using your fingers too roughly can cause damage to their skin. To massage your baby\u2019s arms, use your palms along the arm.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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This will help to reduce the amount of damage you cause while also letting your baby feel like they\u2019re having the arm they want massaged. To massage your baby\u2019s legs, use your feet. Your feet are fill with muscles that are much stronger than your hands so they\u2019re much more suit to the task of massage.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Wrap up with a final touch<\/b><\/h2>\n

When you\u2019re do massaging your baby, don\u2019t forget to give them a cuddle. Cuddling helps to reduce anxiety and calm your baby down, which will help them to relax and sleep better. Your cuddles don\u2019t have to be super long or dramatic. A few gentle strokes from you will do the trick and help your <\/span>nannu says<\/span><\/a> to relax.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t stop at one – keep going!<\/b><\/h2>\n

If your baby is receptive to being massage, you should try to massage them as often as you can. It\u2019s important to remember that your baby won\u2019t be able to massage you back, so you have to take the lead in easing tension. However, you don\u2019t have to massage your baby every single day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Your baby is under constant stress, which means that they\u2019ll be more relaxed on days where you don\u2019t. If you do massage your baby, try to use different techniques. Different strokes on different parts of your baby\u2019s body let them know that you\u2019re always there for them even when they\u2019re stress.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n

Massaging your <\/span>Nannusays<\/span><\/a> can help ease their stress and give both of you a break from the hectic world that your life has become. It\u2019s important to remember, however, that you\u2019re the one doing the massaging, so take the time to do it properly. While massages are best do by an adult, babies and toddlers can benefit from a massage as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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A baby massage is especially beneficial for children under the age of two, as it helps to relax them, calm their nerves and make them feel loved. When you take the time to massage your baby, you not only make them feel loved and cared for, you also teach them about touch, which will be incredibly useful for them as they grow up. Babies and toddlers are constantly on edge, so it\u2019s important to help them to relax as much as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

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