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How to Massage a Child Throughout Development

Many parents comment, "My child won't stay still for a massage." As children grow and become active, you can easily keep up with their busy bodies and continue a loving routine of massage.

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    Instructions

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        Be flexible and patient. Massage whatever part of the body is in front of you even as your baby insists on rolling over, sitting up or standing.

      • 2

        Understand that 5 minutes of daily massage is a long time for an active toddler or preschooler.

      • 3

        Establish massage as part of the bedtime routine to help your child settle down.

      • 4

        Respect a child's independence if he or she does not want to be massaged.

      • 5

        Include massage as part of a bath, when your child will at last be sitting still - hopefully.

      • 6

        Incorporate a story into the massage, one that can be continued over several evenings.

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        Understand that as children get older, they may be more sensitive about their bodies and not want to be touched.

      • 8

        Always ask your child if he or she wants a massage, demonstrating your respect for your child's right to say "no" to touch.

    Tips & Warnings

    • If you continue to make massage a part of a child's routine, he or she may return the favor one day and massage your weary parental shoulders. Not a bad family routine!

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