Massaging Baby

Massaging your baby is a great idea! Throughout ancient times, babies were massaged and it is still practiced at this time all over the world. You may be wondering if there are any real benefits in massaging your newborn and the answer is YES!

Recent studies have shown that newborns that are massaged regularly thrive better, gain more weight, and grow healthy. Premature babies even have shorter hospital stays if they are massaged.

Other benefits of massage include:
Soothes and calms
Helps the baby relax
Helps the baby sleep better
They are more alert when awake
Promotes motor activity
Promotes emotional security
Results in a healthy body and proper muscular development
Stimulates digestion
Aids in ridding the body of gas
Increases blood circulation
Strengthen immune system
Relieves colic
Aids in parent/child bonding

Massaging your newborn for the first time can be a bit scary for many parents. They are so afraid of doing something wrong or massaging too hard. The best way to ensure you do everything right the first time is with a Baby's First Massage Kit.

The Baby's First Massage Kit provides you with everything you need including a step-by-step guide with various techniques and the basic strokes you need to learn. You will love the cuddle time and the great benefits you are providing for your baby with just a few simple minutes of your time each day.

The kit comes complete with a cotton-hooded towel; lavender scented Vitamin E and chamomile massage oil, 26 pages easy to understand pictorial guide, and tips for beginning the massage routine.