Every mother needs to have the courage to care for the baby, including giving a massage is not only beneficial for the baby but also enhances bonding of mother and child. Before massaging a baby, there are seven things to note, among them:
==> 1. a cheerful Baby.
Before starting the massage, make sure the little one cheerful, not sleepy or hungry.
==> 2. the baby comfortable.
Recline baby above the surface of the fabric is a soft, flat, dry and clean. It would be better if the mother had a special table for massaging baby.
==> 3. ask for a permit.
Ask permission before doing on babies with massages, caressing his face, head, and encouraged him to talk.
==> 4. the baby quiet.
Calm a baby with him talking and singing.
==> 5. Do slowly.
When will discontinue a massage, do it slowly so as not to make a baby by surprise.
==> 6. be creative.
There is no raw movement baby in massaging. I can create myself in doing baby massage movements. The bottom line, a massage in infants is to wipe the movement, touch, or be slightly put pressure on some of the members of the body such as the feet and hands.
==> 7. techniques and frequency.
Key techniques of massaging mother learn to provide the best care for infants. However, the frequency of massaging the skin contact and the mother with the baby is much more important than just understand the technique.
