Infant massage has been linked to a number of benefits for both babies and their parents. Some of the main benefits include:
Bonding: Infant massage is shown to help increase attachment between baby and parents, and can even benefit mamas experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety.
Relaxation: Infant massage helps to calm, soothe, and decrease the level of stress hormones in babies. This can be especially useful if you give your little one a massage as part of your nighttime routine.
Stimulation: Infant massage stimulates babies’ left and right brain functions and encourages muscle development and tone.
Regulation: Infant massage can help babies regulate their circulation, digestion, respiration, and oxygen flow.