Is Head Massage Advisable For A 4 Month Old Infant?

Posted on Sat, 17 Sep 2016

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Sat, 17 Sep 2016 Answered on

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Question : My daughter is 4 month old and we are giving her body oil massage daily. But we have not started putting any oil on her head and massage yet.

Few people suggested atleast putting oil her head and need your opion on whether it is ok to put coconut oil on her head and a gentle massage.

Answered by Dr. Archana Verma (44 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You may start head massage

Detailed Answer:
Hi
I understand your concerns but don't worry. If your baby doesn't show any scalp rashes then starting oil head massage is fine. You may use baby hair oils, coconut oil, almond or olive oil.

Ensure twice weekly hair wash with mild shampoo.

Take care

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar