Ayurvedic baby massage is an age-old practice that has been nurtured for centuries to develop strength in the body, serenity in the mind, and overall health in individuals. For parents of Abu Dhabi who wish for holistic, natural approaches to bringing out the best in their babies, Adam & Eve Ayurveda has such a soothing, tried, and tested practice in baby massage.
What is Ayurvedic Baby Massage?
Shishu Abhyanga, or Ayurvedic baby massage, is a gentle therapy for infants that uses warm, herbal oils tailored to their dosha. Gentle strokes stimulate the skin, muscles, and nervous system, promoting physical development, emotional bonding, and sensory growth. This nurturing practice supports overall well-being and strengthens the parent-child connection.
What is the Importance of Baby Massage in Ayurveda?
In Ayurveda, the philosophy is in keeping the body, mind, and spirit. An Ayurvedic baby massage will reflect this holistic method in giving not only healthful physical benefits but psychological benefits as well. In the sense that it nurtures the baby in harmony for growth, development, and stability.
Ayurvedic baby massage helps the physical development of the infant. The delicate pressure during the massage works to stimulate the muscles and tissues in the baby’s body and helps to circulate all the muscles and body tone. It also helps with the development of motor skills and flexibility so that their body grows well-balanced and healthy.
The massage technique works on the nervous system, calms your baby, and relaxes him/her. It also stimulates the lymphatic system, enhances detoxification, and thus improves immunity. Regularly massaged babies have better digestion, improved blood circulation, and healthier skin, all of which are necessary for maximum growth.
One of the beautiful features of an Ayurvedic baby massage is that it gives immense opportunity for an emotional bond between the parent and child. It can further be developed in terms of its ability to promote a much deeper bonding due to its calming, soothing touch upon the body by the parents. Thus, the emotions are stabilized and will not drift further from both parties in the case of proper Ayurvedic baby massages.
This bonding also has long-term emotional benefits. Babies who experience consistent affectionate touch through massage tend to develop a stronger sense of trust, security, and attachment, which is vital for their emotional and social development.
This stage in infancy is the beginning stage of sensory growth; thus, massage contributes significantly to the sense organs through Ayurvedic baby massage. The used oil has nourishment both on the skin and can make it calmer while taking aroma; this usually eases the baby because, combined with the sound effects created by the masseur in massage, smell sensations can also be invoked to soothe the sense organs and hearing.
These stimuli further enhance the baby’s overall cognitive and sensory development as they increase awareness about the surroundings. These stimulate neural connections necessary for the proper development of motor skills, balance, and coordination.
Ayurvedic baby massage builds a baby’s immunity. It promotes white blood cell formation and enhances overall well-being. Blood circulation will be stimulated through gentle stroking and can facilitate better detoxification of the body while improving lymph flow.
Additionally, babies often experience digestive discomfort such as gas, bloating, and constipation in their early months. Ayurvedic massage helps alleviate these issues by improving circulation and stimulating the digestive system. Gentle strokes over the stomach and abdomen can help release trapped gas and ease colic, leading to better digestion and fewer digestive troubles for your baby.
An adequate sleeping baby is important both for his growth and psychological well-being. Ayurvedic baby massage soothes the nervous system, allowing the baby to feel comforted and sleep peacefully. This massage helps keep sleep in regulation, especially the case with babies and infants as they are still discovering what day and night represents.
It can all point to the fact that these are signs to indicate it is time to relax and unwind with the baby. In comparison, babies who regularly undergo massage sleep faster and soundly, with an increase in periods without intermitting.
Why Massage with Adam & Eve Ayurveda for Your Baby?
At Adam & Eve Ayurveda in Abu Dhabi, it is indeed our privilege and pride that we present exclusive and whole care to babies. Not just to pamper for relaxation purposes; our conception of the traditional Ayurvedic baby massage is beyond that and would be devised according to their constitutional needs with the primary objective of taking maximum advantage of therapy treatment for them.
Here’s why Adam & Eve Ayurveda would be your baby’s best choice when it comes to an Ayurvedic massage:
Our practitioners are not just trained professionals of the traditional Ayurvedic healing system but also have deep knowledge in giving a baby massage. We know exactly how fragile infants are so use soft and soothing techniques to ensure complete safety and comfort for your little one when being treated.
At Adam & Eve Ayurveda, we evaluate the individual dosha of a baby with regard to its temperament, physical nature and health problems. Use all the best oils and techniques that would most favourably suit your child for every session, and do it in such a manner that each session becomes full of benefits and tailor-made.
We use only the highest quality, organic herbal oils in our baby massage sessions. These oils are carefully selected for their natural, soothing, and nourishing properties. Our oils are free from harmful chemicals or synthetic fragrances, making them safe for your baby’s delicate skin and providing maximum therapeutic benefits.
Our Abu Dhabi clinic will make the whole experience even better for you and your baby with a serene and relaxing atmosphere. We know this is the most comfortable place for your baby, so it needs to be warm and soothing to the senses and thus welcome warmth and relaxation. This should be the atmosphere of this massage session to facilitate emotional and physical well-being.
We, at Adam & Eve Ayurveda, do not only think about the physical wellness of a baby through massage but also the emotional wellness of a baby. We believe that the overall wellness of the baby should be nourished and that this bond between you and your child should be strengthened with the help of this practice.
Conclusion
Ayurvedic baby massage, or Shishu Abhyanga, is a holistic approach to infant care that enhances and develops physical, emotional, and sensory development. Since the strokes are gentle and nourishing oils are part of it, this valuable practice enhances your baby’s health and well-being by improving sleep, supporting his digestive system, and forming a deeper emotional connection with him.
We at Adam & Eve Ayurveda here in Abu Dhabi are a very passionate team that caters to the best Ayurvedic care for infants. Our expert practitioners combined with the soothing environment and special treatments make sure your child receives the best care possible.
Book a session with us today and let your little one experience the rich benefits Ayurvedic baby massage has in store. Let’s help our babies get off to the best possible start with love, care, and Ayurveda.
If administered by a professional, then yes, Ayurvedic baby massage is safe. It has particularly been useful for infants, as it helps nurture both their physical and mental selves.
Most Ayurvedic oils are mild and okay for sensitive skin. Make sure to patch test prior to applying.
You can start as early as 2–3 weeks of age, depending on the paediatrician giving you permission.
Typically, a session can range from 20 to 30 minutes, but this can vary depending on your baby’s comfort.
After the massage, leave the oil on your baby’s skin for a few minutes before bathing your baby in warm water.
Adam & Eve Ayurveda is an alternative healing center located in Abu Dhabi. Here, we focus on your health and its connection to nature and how you can heal with it. Mother Nature is the ultimate source of cure as she ceaselessly creates natural medicines that you probably have never heard of.We, at Adam & Eve Ayurveda, are trained and qualified to be the middlemen between nature and your path to healing.
