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I. Reduce Stress
When a baby cries, the body produces stress hormones, which can lower immunity. Through massage, stress hormones can be reduced, immunity restored, and emotions relaxed.
II. Increase Weight
Stimulating the skin through massage can increase vagus nerve activity, leading to the production of more hormones and insulin. This helps with food absorption, so massage can help a baby gain weight.
III. Calm Emotions
Massage can promote a baby’s EQ development, so moms can use it to stabilize their baby’s emotions. If a baby isn’t hugged or touched for the first three months of life, emotional development may become more prone to irritability.
IV. Reduce Pain
Massage can alleviate pain, which can be observed in a baby’s reactions. A baby who cries constantly and is uncomfortable can become calmer through massage.
V. Sleep Soundly
Research shows that most infants who receive massage can sleep soundly and cry less, with a significant reduction in restlessness.
VI. Strengthen Parent-Child Bond
Massage allows a baby to feel a mom’s love and patience. In a loving environment, the baby will feel valued and develop greater confidence later on. Since moms look at the baby while massaging, the baby can sense the mother’s love in her gaze, and this can also be used to observe whether the baby’s visual tracking is normal.
VII. Observe the Baby’s Physical Condition
During massage, a baby’s body is often bare, allowing moms to observe their physical condition. It’s best to talk to the baby while massaging, not only to increase parent-child interaction but also to observe the baby’s reactions and check for any hearing issues.
VIII. Familiarize the Baby with Body Parts
While massaging, moms can name body parts as they go, such as: "This is your little hand," "This is your little foot," etc., helping the baby gradually become familiar with these areas.
IX. Increase Appetite and Relieve Gas
The massage process increases a baby’s "exercise," which can help boost their appetite to some extent. Proper massage can also relieve gas in the baby’s stomach.
X. Promote Recovery
Premature infants who receive massage can be discharged from the hospital an average of 6 days earlier. Infants with illnesses can also recover better with massage.
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