Infant massage offers multiple benefits for the infant and parents. The theory behind infant massage is that the normal activities such as rocking the baby is too painful for a premature baby. It has been discovered that infant massage is beneficial for the premature infant as well as infants of any age. The massage is used to stimulate the infant and has become valuable as a bonding tool for the parents and the baby.

Key Takeaways:

• Designed to put baby at ease, infant massage offers a number of benefits like increased blood circulation, regularity and recovery from pokes and procedures.
• Infant massage isn't just for preemies. It can be utilized at any age
• With time, the parent, baby and therapist can see a difference.

"Designed to put baby at ease, infant massage offers a number of benefits like increased blood circulation, regularity and recovery from pokes and procedures."

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