This is slightly off topic - but I just found a study concluding that
newborn massage increased weight gain among preterm infants by an average
of 5gm/day, and reduced length of hospital stay by an average of 4 days.
However - in the write-up, the "conclusion" is that there is no benefit to
infant massage in preterm infants.  Hmmmm.....

Here's the link:
<http://www.jr2.ox.ac.uk/bandolier/booth/alternat/Massaginfant.html>

Does anyone know more about this study?  If the increased weight gain is
real, it seems this is a valuable tool to offer moms with preterm babies -
if adding massage to their daily routine encourages better feedings.

And - my real question, I found this looking for a massage oil suitable for
newborns - anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks!

Kirsten Berggren
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