Children's foot massage: a set of exercises

Massaging children's feet is not only a very pleasant procedure, but also extremely useful. There are a large number of active points on the legs, by acting on which we have a beneficial effect on the entire child’s body as a whole.

With the help of children's foot massage, we provide incredible assistance to the baby in the ability to stand and walk correctly. Also, with the help of simple exercises, you can save your child from possible problems with the musculoskeletal system in the future.

It is worth clarifying that all movements are performed very carefully and gently to avoid causing discomfort and pain to the baby. You can start preventative massage of children’s feet in the second month of the baby’s life.

Baby foot massage at 3 months

Stroking and rubbing children's feet

In the third month of life, the child begins to hold his head or tries to do so. Therefore, children's foot massage is very important during this period. By giving a moderate load, the muscles begin to strengthen faster.

The main task at 3 months for a child is the ability to roll over from back to stomach. It is important to help the baby and stimulate his attempts. You can put bright toys nearby so that the child tries to reach them.

Complex foot massage at 3 months:

1. Gently bend your legs at the knees and begin to perform circular movements with your hip joints. First with one leg, then with the other.
2. Stroking, rubbing the legs, moving from the heels to the groin area.
3. Rubbing the child's feet.
4. We take the child under the arms and begin to imitate walking so that the child rests his feet on the floor.

Baby foot massage at 10 months

At the tenth month of life, the child prepares to walk independently. By this time, the baby should be able to stand with support, sit, turn in different directions, and actively play with both hands. Walking along the support is also possible.

A set of massage exercises for a child’s feet at 10 months:

1. Stroking the legs, moving from the toes to the groin area.
2. Exercise bike.
3. Raising the legs. When performing this exercise, the baby's legs should be straightened at the knees.
4. Squat with support on your hands.
5. Active crawling.
6. Walking with a child by the hand.
7. Kneading a child's feet.
8. Stroking.

The goal of a baby foot massage at 10 months is to encourage the baby to squat, step and turn.

Rules for performing baby massage

Every mother should learn a few simple rules that will help her perform massage exercises correctly and effectively:

1. The temperature of the room where the massage will be performed should be optimal and comfortable for the child.
2. Before the massage, all rings and jewelry must be removed, palms must be warm, nails must be of optimal length.
3. The massage is performed when the baby is in a good mood. If the child is capricious or crying, the massage should be postponed to another time.
4. During the massage, talk to your child, say kind words, tell fairy tales, sing songs.

Systematically performing a children's foot massage will have a beneficial effect on the child's development, strengthen his health and overall well-being.