Infant Massage: Understanding the Benefits for Parents & Baby

baby getting a massage

Before language comes into play, touch serves as a major method of communication between babies and caregivers. This tendency to sooth and comfort babies with physical touch is instinctual for a reason!

Infant massage is an ancient tradition that offers a myriad of benefits for your little one's physical and emotional development. Grounded in a foundation of evidence-based practices, this easy, at-home practice is a great way to promote various facets of your baby's well-being as well as your own.

Benefits for Baby

  • Promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development

  • Encourages bonding between parent and baby

  • Promotes better sleep

  • Encourages relaxation and calming through the production of oxytocin

  • Boosts the immune system

  • Improves blood circulation

  • Helps digestion and can help relieve constipation

 

Benefits for Parents

  • Promotes bonding between parent and baby

  • Provides strategies for calming baby

  • Helps to understand baby’s cues

  • Enhances communication and connection with baby

Infant massage is a beautiful way to connect with your baby while providing numerous physical and emotional benefits. It's a precious time to bond, relax, and support your baby's development.

Birthly Team