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7 Mistakes To Avoid For Baby Massage
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One of the best ways to soothe and calm a baby is to
massage them so that their little bodies can relax.
Most people ignore the importance of baby massage,
and they wrongly assume that massages are just for
adults who want to spoil themselves. Well, even
though your baby is tiny and doesn't engage in a lot
of physical activities, they get tired of sleeping
on one position, and their limbs and muscles need to
be massaged so that they don't feel the pain
associated with numbness.
There are other benefits of massaging your little
one, such as:
*It relieves a gassy stomach: Doing gentle massages
help in eliminating gas and constipation in
children. So, if your baby is always crying because
of gas, this is one of the natural ways to soothe
them.
*Helps in development of muscles: A baby's muscles
are still very underdeveloped, so massages stimulate
these muscles so that they can function well as the
baby grows.
* Soothes babies when they are cranky: Let's admit
it; sometimes babies just get cranky and cry to get
attention. If your baby is always cranky, then you
should try massages to relax them.
*Makes them sleep better: Do you always struggle to
put your baby to bed? If the answer is yes, then
massaging can be a good solution to your baby's
sleep problems.
As much as there are many benefits of doing a baby
massage, most parents do not know the right way to
go about this. When they try, they always end up
doing more harm than good to the baby. Some of the
mistakes you should avoid when giving your baby a
massage include:
1. Using too much pressure on the baby:
When massaging the baby, always bear in mind that
their bodies have not fully developed and cannot
take a lot of pressure. You should always be gentle
because the baby is supposed to enjoy the massage
and not feel pain. If your baby is crying and
showing signs of discomfort, then you are probably
using too much pressure on them. As a rule, the
massage should be very gentle. Make circular motions
on different points of the body, using the insides
of your hands so that you do not scar the baby with
your nails.
2. Using strong oils:
The baby's skin is very sensitive, so you should
never use harsh essential oils that are used in
adult massages. Some oils like peppermint, lavender
and others may be too strong for your baby's skin
and nose to handle. They can also irritate the eyes
and make your baby very uncomfortable. If you cannot
buy baby massage oils, it is better to use baby oil
and other mild oils that cannot affect your baby's
health.
3. Holding the baby while doing the massage:
Always put the baby on a flat place when you are
doing the massage to avoid them falling down. If you
hold them in your hands, they may slip and fall
because your hands and their body will get slippery
from the oil. There have been several cases where a
baby who was being held during a massage slipped and
fell, resulting into injuries. So, it is safer to do
a baby massage with the baby lying on a rag that has
been placed on the ground.
4. Massaging immediately after the baby has been
fed:
The timing of the massage is very important. Do not
massage the baby immediately after they have been
fed. This is because a massage causes the muscles to
relax, including the stomach muscles. If this
happens, the baby might vomit and even choke during
the massage. Try and schedule the massage a few
hours after feeding.
5. Not washing the baby immediately after the
massage:
You have to wash the baby with warm water and soap
immediately after the massage. Remember that oil
makes the baby's skin very slippery. So, if you
leave them with all that oil slithered on their
bodies, they may slip and fall as they try to move
about. This may even be fatal, especially if they
slide and fall so hard on the floor. You can prevent
this from happening by simply washing the baby and
drying them immediately after the massage.
6. Multi-tasking during the massage session:
Do not think that massaging a baby is a simple
activity that you can do while you are watching
television or engaging in other activities. You may
end up scratching the baby, poking their eyes, or
spilling oil all over the place. Dedicate your time
to doing the massages, and consider it not only a
way to soothe the baby - you should also use the
opportunity to bond with the baby. Look them in the
eye, smile with them and let them know that you are
enjoying the times you are spending together. Do not
under estimate your child; they can read your mood
and know when you are enjoying yourself. Make the
massages a bonding experience for the two of you.
7. Not respecting what the baby wants:
You may really want to massage your baby and make
them relax, but sadly, sometimes the baby just wants
you to stop! When you start doing the baby massage,
and you realize that your baby is not in the mood
for a massage, then simply stop and schedule it for
another day. If you proceed to do the massage
against their will, then you will end up with a
crying baby, and it will be very frustrating.
Basically, a massage is supposed to be relaxing,
soothing and comfortable. If your baby is crying or
showing signs of pain, then there is something you
are not doing right. If you are not so sure about
how to go about it, then you should take your baby
to a place that has a professional who offers baby
massages so that your baby can get the benefits.
Always make sure that your baby is in good health
before you schedule a massage. If your baby is sick,
you should consult with the doctor first to find out
if it is safe for the baby to have a massage. |
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