DiGize And The I Love You Massage For Tummy Aches

As a first time mother, I wanted to do everything right. I read books, researched online, and made a list of all of the things I would and would not do as a mother. Much of my research and planning went out the window soon after that little bundle of squirms and wiggles was handed to me. One thing I do continue to use with all of my babies, even as they have grown, is the infant massage course I took with that first tiny baby. The class taught me basic massages that have comforted my children through stress, gassy bellies, and other times of need. Some of them have also worked for my husband. Since finding Young Living, I have added essential oils to our massages, depending on which body system most needed support. Today I would like to address the "I Love You" massage and how we have supplemented it with Di-Gize.

DiGize is described on the Young Living website as follows: "Di-Gize™ is a dietary supplement that provides valuable aid for digestive concerns and helps support a healthy digestive system." With that in mind, I began to add a drop of DiGize to 1/4 teaspoon of organic coconut oil to massage on little tummies for most stomach complaint massages.

To begin, I have the child requesting a massage lie down on a blanket. (This is one of those massages that works well for adults, too!) For the "I Love You" massage, the child or baby will be on his or her back with nothing covering the tummy area. Next, I put some of the coconut oil and Di-Gize mixture on my hands to warm it. Finally, I begin to gently massage, repeating the simple words and steps, keeping in mind that this massage is meant to help the intestines and traces them with each step.

I - The first step is a simple stroke that lovingly draws an I along the left side of the recipient. The I goes from a little below the rib cage to just above the pelvic bone.
Love - The second step is an upside down L. I start at the right side of my child's stomach, a little below the rib cage, and I draw a line across to the left. Then my hand will continue in one fluid motion down the left side.
You- The third step is an upside down U. Starting just above the pelvic bone on the child's right, I draw a line up to just below the ribs, curve the line across the upper stomach, then do a final curve to bring the line down to just above the left pelvic bone.

I repeat the steps as needed. Normally 6-8 repetitions helps tremendously. I will often feel a gas bubble moving. Sometimes that bubble will even move entirely out of the body during the massage. Other times it will dissipate naturally within the intestines.

For a more detailed or visual explanation, there are many videos on YouTube. Please be sure to look for somebody that is certified! This massage with DiGize as a supplemental oil has been wonderful for my family, but safety is always top priority! Be sure to ask your pediatrician (or doctor for adults) before using any supplements and to be sure massage is safe for your loved one. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. They are not meant to treat, diagnose, or cure.

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