How to Use Baby Oil for a Gentle Massage

Quick answer

Use a few drops of baby oil like Little Roary Baby Oil, warmed in your palms, to gently massage your baby after a bath. This routine soothes skin and strengthens your bond.

Step-by-step gentle baby massage

1. Prepare the space: Choose a warm, quiet room. Lay a soft towel or blanket on a flat surface. Have your baby oil and a clean diaper ready. A warm room prevents your baby from getting cold during massage.
2. Warm the oil: Pour a few drops of baby oil into your palms. Rub your hands together to warm the oil before touching your baby's skin. Cold oil can startle your baby; always warm it first.
3. Start with gentle strokes: Begin at your baby's legs, using long, gentle strokes from thigh to foot. Then move to arms, tummy, and back. Use light pressure and watch your baby's cues. If your baby seems fussy, stop or use lighter strokes. Massage should be calming, not stressful.
4. Finish with a calming hold: After the massage, hold your baby close for a minute. This helps them feel secure and ends the routine on a soothing note. A calm finish reinforces the bonding experience.

Product facts

• Little Roary Baby Oil: Little Roary Baby Oil blends organic tiger grass and jojoba oil, the plant oil closest to our skin's natural sebum. This makes it especially soothing for baby's sensitive skin, helping to calm any redness or irritation during massage.