Abhyanga & Neonatal Massage
Neonatal massage is one which applied in some part of world having resemblance with Abhyanga, but there are some differences between these two procedures. The word massage (Oxford Dictionary) infers rubbing or kneading the skin with the hands to stimulate or manipulate. Although massage is a more active exchange and can be stimulating, it can also be soothing and relaxing. Newborn period is extremely critical phase of life. This period is foundation of adult human life. Neonatal care is therefore very important area of health practices and practiced across the world since ancient time of human civilization. There are different communities practicing different kinds of newborn care.