Is Baby Massage Helpful?
If parents like to massage their babies, they should continue to do so for their pleasure.
In any case, mother-baby interaction (looking at a book, lullaby, or embracing each other) tightens relationships. Massage is no exception. We also know that massage (gently caress) has good effects on the growth and development of premature babies. It is not known whether this is valid for babies or whether they need additional stimulation provided by the massage. Perhaps the best thing that can be said for now is that if parents like to massage their babies, they should continue to enjoy it, even if they are not useful. On the other hand, parents who feel hesitant about this can forget about this issue without ever bothering. There are many more ways to approach the baby.
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