India, May 5 -- There is a quiet kind of comfort in pausing each day for your baby's massage. It goes beyond soft skin. It is about the feel of tiny limbs relaxing under your hands, the steady rhythm, the unspoken connection. A few gentle strokes can settle a restless mood and ease your baby into sound sleep, while giving you a rare moment to slow down. In many homes, this practice carries on across generations, with small changes for season and skin needs. In warmer months, a light oil keeps things easy and breathable. Stay consistent, and this everyday ritual soon becomes the part you look forward to most.

According to Dr Vittal Kumar Kesireddy, Head of Department and Senior Consultant Paediatrician - Pediatrics & Neonatology, CARE Hos...