Why not enjoy some fun interaction with your baby to gentle melodies and lively rhythms?
Here, we’ll introduce songs that are perfect for baby massage!
We’ve gathered a variety—from well-known tunes to new discoveries.
Try moving your baby’s body in time with the music and enjoy playful bonding together.
When a mother gently strokes her baby with her hands, you’ll see a delighted smile on your baby’s face.
Savor a heartwarming parent–child time with a massage full of love.
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Baby Massage Songs: Touch-and-Play Songs for Parents and Children (1–10)
Onigiri Song
This is a cute eurhythmics song that imagines a baby as a rice ball (onigiri).
As you sing, you can touch their body or gently squeeze their feet.
With phrases that twist the body and more, it gets the whole body moving, so babies are likely to respond well.
In the latter half, there’s a part where different onigiri fillings make an appearance while you touch the baby’s face.
It has a snappy, rhythmic section with quick touches—pa-pa-pa—that they may especially enjoy.
Don’t limit it to a “baby massage song”; it’s a great track to keep on hand for playing with your child.
stroll
Ever since its release in 1998, the song “Sanpo” has been extremely popular with children.
It’s the song used in Studio Ghibli’s animated film My Neighbor Totoro.
You can move a baby’s legs or give them a massage in time with the lyrics.
Babies are sure to love it.
The sounds, lyrics, and movements provide just the right kind of stimulation for babies, likely promoting brain and motor development.
It’s a baby massage that parents who grew up with this song will also find nostalgic and enjoyable.
Lalalala Cleaning Cloth
There are lots of different kinds of stimulation, so your baby will probably love it.
It’s a baby massage that’s like sewing, washing, and scrubbing a rag.
In part 1, you “sew,” so use your fingertips to gently poke your baby’s body.
In part 2, you “wash,” gently swaying their legs.
In part 3, you “wring,” crossing their legs.
And finally, in part 4, you “scrub” their whole body with your palms! It’s a short song, but it’s designed to give you lots of chances to touch and interact.
It might be nice to go slowly while watching your baby’s reactions.
Let’s share some smiles together!
Forehead, nose, mouth
Starting from the face—the forehead, nose, and mouth—this is a baby massage song that turns the whole body into lyrics.
While singing, gently touch your baby as if you’re telling them, “This is your forehead,” “This is your nose.” You can enjoy the baby’s adorable changes in expression while giving gentle stimulation to the whole body.
If you occasionally change the tempo, you might be rewarded with an irresistibly cute smile.
Repeating it many times will help you learn which touches your baby enjoys the most.
the baker
“The Baker Uncle” has a gentle rhythm and is perfect for baby massage.
When the song talks about spreading cream on the bread, gently stroke your baby’s tummy with both hands from top to bottom.
For the part that goes ‘munch munch munch,’ try bringing your face close to your child and mimicking eating motions with your hands—seeing your face may help them feel safe.
Don’t force anything; interact in a way that lets your child feel secure during the baby massage.
You can vary the speed and call their name as you go.
Mom’s Slide
The key point of the “Mama’s Slide” baby massage song is the sliding part.
Sit your child on your lap, gently support both sides under their arms, and sway their body from side to side.
For the “stairs,” slowly bend and straighten your knees to raise and lower your child’s eye level, as if they’re climbing steps.
At the end, support your child on your bent knees and let them slide down.
When changing positions, talk to your child as you move so they don’t feel anxious.
Enjoy it at a comfortable pace that suits your child’s stage of development.
The Chocolate Song
https://www.tiktok.com/@rittle0601/video/7327230282732408072It sounds like your child will enjoy joining in if you gently weave in the “Chocolate” song.
During the chocolate part, softly touch your child’s face with your fingertips.
Your warm hands will help them feel secure.
At the end, while saying the shape of the chocolate, lightly trace a simple chocolate shape on their tummy.
You can draw any shape you like—squares, triangles, or double circles.
It’s also a great idea to adjust the tempo—speed up or slow down—while watching your child’s reactions as you sing.