There are lots of different ways to bond with your baby, through talking, singing,
feeding, and, of course, cuddling your little one. Before babies learn to speak with words, one of the key ways you can communicate with your child is through touch.
Baby massage is one of the earliest – and easiest - things you can do for your baby, and it’s a great way to bond.
“Baby massage is a good way to relax your baby, both while in the bath and
afterwards if they are still relaxed and calm,” says parenting expert and maternity nurse, Lisa Clegg, of The Blissful Baby Expert.
“There are lots of classes available locally, which are well worth signing up to. They will give you tips on the best techniques, so you and your baby get the most from it.”
Massaging your baby is something you can also do at home – every day for a few minutes, or once a week as a nice, relaxing treat for you and baby.
There are many reasons you should give it a try. Here are the benefits of baby massage as well as some top tips on how to do it yourself. Moisturising creams at the ready!
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