The Benefits of Baby Massage. 1.💥Promotes relaxation and better sleep: Baby massage can help your baby relax, fall asleep more easily, and sleep more deeply. This is because it can help to lower levels of stress hormones in the body, such as cortisol, and increase levels of the "feel-good" hormone, oxytocin. 2.💥 Improves digestion: Massaging your baby's tummy can help to stimulate the digestive system, relieve gas and constipation, and promote bowel movements. 3.💥 Enhances motor development: