Lovinghands

DO NOT MASSAGE YOUR BABY IF:

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Asleep, tired, hungry or fretful.

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Unwell or has a raised temperature.

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Allow 1 to 2 hours after feeding before a massage.

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Has undergone recent surgery.

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Has an infectious skin condition,

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bruising, fractures or open wounds

(with the exception of the infectious

skin condition, it may be possible

for the affected areas to be massaged).

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It is recommended that massage should be avoided 24 hours before * and after a vaccination - longer if your baby has a temperature. (during class session this can be adapted).

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