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Touch plays an important role in infant development, and research reveals that infant massage is beneficial. When you massage your baby, you are bonding and forming a special connection! In fact, research tells us that regular massage is calming, improves sleep, and reduces infant stress. You can start massaging your baby at the age of 2 to 3 weeks with your pediatrician’s approval. For more information on baby massage, I highly recommend “Aimee’s Babies Developmental DVD with Baby Massage.”
Benefits of Massage:
-Improved growth and development
-Stress reduction
-Calms the infant
-Bonding/Connection
-Improved body awareness
-Improved sleep
Don’t Massage Your Baby When:
-Baby is ill
-Baby has a rash or skill condition
-Baby arches body or resists during massage
-Baby cries during massage and won’t stop
-Your baby’s breathing increases during massage
