7 steps to massage the baby with the right way

 Moms, even though they are still small, the baby's muscles also need to be stretched, you know. However, in massaging babies there is a separate method, aka it can't be carelessly. Massaging the baby requires tenderness and must follow several steps. The reason is, your little one's body is not as strong as adults.

Well, the benefits of massaging the baby include:

1. Increase the bond between babies and parents

2. Helping babies sleep better, especially if the baby is massaged before bed. When massaged, the baby's body can produce more of the sleep regulating hormone called melatonin

3. Improve blood circulation so it is good for the circulatory system.

4. Improve physical, mental, and social development.

Then, there are 7 baby massage tips that you can practice at home:

1. Ask for 'permission' to the child

Don't forget to ask your child for 'permission' before massaging them. The trick, take a little oil and put it in the palms of the hands then rub gently on the baby's stomach and behind the ears. Observe their body language. If the baby feels like crying, you should stop massaging activities and find another time. Conversely, if the baby responds positively or doesn't complain, you can continue massaging it.

2. Massaging the legs

Well, Moms can start by massaging the legs. Massage from heels to toes with your thumbs. Then continue by massaging the lower heels and tops of the feet using your palms. Form a circular motion using the thumbs on each foot down to the toes slowly to stimulate the nerve endings of your little one's feet.

Don't pull your legs like an adult massage. Next, lift one leg and do a gentle massage on the ankle and slowly hold it towards the thigh. Gently massage from feet to thighs. You can also massage both feet at once if the baby is calm and relaxed. Finish massaging the legs by gently grasping the thighs with both hands, then slowly move down toward the feet.

3. Massaging the arms

Massaging the arms is almost the same as massaging the legs. Hold the baby's hand and make circular movements on the palm. Slowly, gently massage the baby's fingers toward the fingertips.

Then, gently massage the back of the baby's hand by massaging it straight towards the wrist. Then, gently massage her wrist in a circular motion, like wearing a bracelet. Route your forearms and then up to your upper arms. Massage the entire arm in gentle circular motions as if you were squeezing a towel.

4. Massaging the shoulders and chest

After the feet and hands, then to the top of the baby's body. Gently massage between the left and right shoulders towards the baby's chest. Repeat the movement gently. Then place both hands in the middle of the baby's chest, then rub it outward. Make a gentle massage outward from under the sternum, sternum, chest, as if tracing the shape of the heart.

5. Massaging the stomach

Keep in mind, the stomach is the most sensitive part. If it's wrong, the baby will feel pain. Start the massage from the top of the stomach, just below the sternum. Place your palms gently under your breastbone and make a clockwise circular motion around your belly button. Don't use any pressure and let your massage 'slide' gently on the stomach.

Continue circular motion clockwise. Avoid massaging the navel area, OK? Especially for newborns, the navel area can be very sensitive because the umbilical cord has just fallen off.

6. Massaging the face and head

Start by placing the tip of the forefinger in the middle of the baby's forehead and slowly stroking along the line of the face to the chin. From the chin, run your fingers across your cheeks and massage them gently using circular motions. Repeat the massage several times.

After massaging your face, start massaging your scalp with your fingertips as if you were washing your baby's hair. Use gentle pressure from the fingertips but don't apply extra pressure.

7. Massaging the back

This is the final stage of massaging the baby. Lie on your baby's stomach, place your fingertips on your upper back and trace your back in a circular motion in a clockwise direction, slowly aiming the massage towards your buttocks.

Place your index and middle fingers on either side of your upper spine and very gently move your fingers up to your buttocks. Repeat the massage several times.

That's how to massage a baby properly. Pay close attention to the baby's response during the massage process. Don't let your baby feel uncomfortable and even whine all night. Good luck, Mother!

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