What are the methods of massaging the newborn's belly?

Some newborns are prone to indigestion or food accumulation after eating, so parents need to give them belly massages, which can promote better absorption and digestion. However, if the technique is not correct during the massage, it may cause some problems for the baby, or even damage their body. Therefore, you can only increase the intensity of the massage after the baby gradually accepts it.

1. First , let the baby lie down in a comfortable position. Place one hand on the baby's upper abdomen below the ribs and slide down to the legs. Use the other hand to slide alternately in the same way. Depending on the baby's acceptance, slowly increase the strength.

2. Place the thumbs of both hands on both sides of the belly button, and push outward in parallel from the center. The force should be slow, gentle, soft and round. Lin Zhiling said that this technique can relieve the baby's bloating and constipation problems.

3. Place your right hand on the baby's abdomen and slowly slide it in a clockwise direction to draw a semicircle; use the left hand to draw a full circle in the same way. Alternate hands and repeat several times.

4. Place your right palm on the upper left abdomen of the baby, and slide it down to the crotch, as if writing the English letter "I"; then, use the same technique to slide from the upper right abdomen of the baby to the upper left abdomen, and then slide down, as if writing an inverted "L"; finally, use the same technique to slide from the lower right abdomen of the baby to the upper part, and then slide to the lower left abdomen, as if writing an inverted "U". Such continuous movements can help the baby to expel gas and relax, and can be performed several times depending on the baby's acceptance level.

5. In addition , you can also often follow the direction of the arrows in the picture, as if your fingers are walking, and press the baby's intestines in sequence. The path is very similar to a large inverted "ㄇ", which helps the baby's gastrointestinal motility.

1. The room temperature should be appropriate : The room temperature should be between 25 and 28 degrees Celsius. If it is too cold, the baby will not only catch a cold easily, but also become nervous.

2. The massage height should be moderate : You can massage on the table or on the floor. Pay attention to adjusting the height properly to avoid the mother suffering from back pain after massaging the baby.

3. Put a towel on the table : When massaging the baby, first put a soft towel on the table or bed, and then let the baby lie down for massage. Mothers are especially reminded to place a waterproof pad under the towel to prevent the baby from suddenly urinating or defecating during the massage.