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Oil massage benefits for baby
Is it necessary to do oil massage to baby? My baby's skin becomes dark after applying any type of oil. Baby's age is 3 and half months.
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The prime purpose of massaging is for muscle tone,neurological stability
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oil is not always mandatory for massaging.
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lotion helps if oil fails
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Then Stop applying it...
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use boddy lotion..
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Dr. S. T. Pushpam
Pediatrician
16 yrs exp
Bangalore
Generally massage oil doesn’t make baby dark. The bathing soap or wash can make them dark. Oil massage soothes the baby so babies sleep for a longer time.
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No worries If you do not oil massage
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