manvik's bilirubin level reaches 20.9 after 7 days of birth..he had been given photography for 4 days..Doctor advised not to give him oil massage for 1 month. now 1 month completed.so now can we start oil massaging? how many times massage shall be given? please recommend oil for massaging?

1 Answer

ExpertDr Disha PatelAyurvedic Physician3 years ago

A. yes, if her weight is in normal range can start oil massage..once a day is enough to do massage, Alternatively, you can massage your baby before bedtime to help him calm down and sleep better.

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