BEST OIL FOR BABY MASSAGE


                  WHICH OIL IS THE BEST OIL FOR BABY MASSAGE ????


Dear Parents,
Often we pediatricians get lot of queries about the products to be used for baby after birth. One of the most common question is which oil to be used for oil massage in babies to get the maximum benefits. We all know baby massage is so important for baby growth and improving blood circulation. So, it should be done in all the babies irrespective of gestation and baby weight. So, here is all you need to know about the which oil to use for massage in your baby👇



COCONUT OIL IS THE BEST

Best oil for baby massage to start with is COCONUT OIL. Coconut oil has anti inflammatory, antioxidant, soothing and healing properties  which helps to moisturize the skin.  To add to the benefit , it has also got some antimicrobial and antifungal properties that can actually heal skin. I will suggest coconut oil to be used all through out the year.

OLIVE OIL AND ALMOND OIL

People do ask about olive oil and almond oil oil massage. They can also be used but preferably to be used in winters.

OTHER VEGETABLE OILS

Any vegetable oils can also be used for baby massage.

MUSTARD OIL

Mustard oil can act as irritant to the skin of newborn babies and i will not suggest the same.


So, to sum up best oil to start with is coconut oil. Almond oil and olive oil can be used in winters. 


With loads of love to your little angels!!!!
Dr Priyanka Gupta


Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

HOW TO PREPARE FORMULA FEED ?

Image
              HOW TO PREPARE FORMULA FEED ? Dear Parents, In busy practice, we doctors do not have the time to counsel regarding feeding. We all know mothers milk is best for the baby , inspite of that sometimes due to inadequate milk production or due to some contraindication for breast feeding we have to prescribe formula feed to the baby. But it is very important to prepare it correctly. And here is all you have to know 👇 STEP1- HAND HYGIENE Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water and air dry.  STEP2- BOIL WATER  In a clean steel container put some water and put on gas until you see steam coming from the water. Once you see steam coming out, your water is ready to use. You can switch off the gas. Remember its very important to have the water at correct temperature as if water will be too hot and cold ,then it will lead to formation of clumps of milk powder. STEP3- ADD FORMULA POWDER Pour desir...
Read more

FIVE THINGS YOU MUST KNOW ABOUT ORS

Image
                                     ORS - THE MAGIC THERAPY IN DIARRHOEA Dear Parents, As summers are approaching, diarrhoea season is on cards!!! ORS is a wonderful preventive treatment for loose stools and here is all the things you must know about ORS👉 1. WHAT IS ORS? A solution of electrolytes and sugar in water that helps to restore body loses in ongoing diarrhea, most important part in management of diarrhea.  Available in market in sachets  2. HOMEMADE ORS? (SHIKANJI)   Wash hands with soap and water  T ake 1 Lt clean water ( boiled and cooled) and add six teaspoons (5g) of sugar and half teaspoon of salt  A pinch of baking soda and some mashed banana can also be added if available Lemon can be added for taste. 3.HOW TO GIVE ORS ? Give ORS solution on each loose stool, till diarrhea stops    Amount...
Read more

Top reasons why your baby is crying

Image
      WH Y YOUR BABY IS CRYING? WHEN TO WORRY.. 1) HUNGER CRY   Most common reasons babies cry out of hunger. Remember crying is a late sign of hunger. Mothers usually ask a question- ' how often should we feed? Should we feed whenever the baby cries?'  So, the answer is there is nothing like feed the baby every 2nd hourly or 3rd hourly. You will have to learn the feeding cues of your baby and that will come by time. I will be talking on how to identify the feeding cues in your baby in subsequent blogs. Crying is a late sign and you should feed your baby before the baby cries for milk. If you are doubtful about your milk production better idea is to visit lactational counseller. 2) WET/ SOILED DIAPER Another good idea is to always check the diaper if the diaper is soiled or wet. I have seen parents using superabsorbent  diapers and changing them very infrequently. Its good to use superabsorbent diapers but the diaper should be changed...
Read more