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Gentle Massage

👶 1–2 months Emotional

A simple baby massage routine for legs and feet.

In the Little Play app, this activity appears in week 6 of your baby's personalized plan.

Gentle Massage, a baby activity for 1–2 months

How to play

1
Warm a tiny amount of baby-safe oil between your palms.
2
Gently stroke from your baby's thigh down to their ankle.
3
Use your thumb to press soft circles on the sole of each foot.

What you need

• Baby-safe oil or lotion

Simple household items. No plastic toys needed.

Why it works

Massage releases oxytocin for both parent and baby, promoting calm and deeper bonding.

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