There are many benefits of massage and it has been used for thousands of years to promote health and wellbeing.

Baby Massage originates from India where techniques are passed down from mother to daughter through the generations.

The health benefits of baby massage have been studied in depth and much research has been published on its benefits. The Touch Research Institute in Florida has undertaken a great deal of work on baby massage and their website is a great resource for further information.Click here to visit their research site

The main benefits of baby massage can  as;

RELIEF

Baby massage can help to reduce wind and promote the release of "feel good" hormones which can aid sleep and promote appetite. Massage can also be used to ease teething pain, clear nasal congestion and  improve the condition of the skin.

RELAXATION

The arrival of baby is a special time but it can also be a time of adjustment for you and baby. This can lead to both parent and baby feeling tense or anxious. Baby massage helps reduce the effect of stress hormones in the body helping you both relax. It also provides time for you and baby to relax together.

STIMULATION & DEVELOPMENT

Touch is your baby's most developed sense at birth and you can communicate love, trust and security to your baby through positive, loving touch. Baby Massage also boosts circulation providing cells and tissues with vital oxygen and nutrients enabling healthy growth and development. It also helps aid sensory awareness and speeds up communication through the nervous system.

BONDING

Baby massage uses all the key components for encouraging the bonding process between parent and baby; touch, eye contact, smell, release of feel good hormones,. It is also a great way to get to know your baby and connect with him through observation of baby's cues.

Baby Massage is simply a great way to get to know your baby, relax together and improve wellbeing.

For more information on the benefits of baby massage,watch the clip below.