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Almond Oil For Baby Massage - Benefits And Precautions
Almond oil is one of the most popular choices among parents for massaging their cute ones with. Almond oil is enriched with Vitamins A and E, fatty acids, and also a few minerals. All these properties make it a desirable oil for massage, not to mention the amazing benefits it is packed with. However, certain precautions are advisable while massaging your baby with almond oil.
Is Almond Oil Safe for Babies?
Most of the parents will have this question in their heads, and it's totally natural to raise such concerns as you don't want to take any unnecessary risks. There are two varieties of almond oil available- bitter and sweet. Sweet almond oil is more popular than its counterpart because sweet almond oil is edible, so there is no harm even if your baby ends up putting his hands in his mouth. In other words, sweet almond oil is totally safe to use on babies. However, bitter almond oil does have the potential to cause poisoning and must be avoided.
How to Massage Your Baby Using Almond Oil
As we discussed above, massaging babies is good for their health. However, like other things, massaging babies requires proper care, and it might seem difficult for you if it's your first child. Below is a step by step explanation for your reference and ease:
First of all, pour a few drops of almond oil onto your palm. Then, rub your hands to spread it across your palm and warm it. Thereafter, starting with the leg, place your hand around one of the thighs and gently pull your hands down to the feet. Repeat this and switch to the other leg after sometime. Make sure that you massage the soles as well. The same technique could be used for arms and hands as well.
Move to the chest. Join your palms together and place your hands (pinkie finger facing down) over the centre of your baby's chest and then move your palms outwards towards the shoulder. Repeat this 3-4 times. Then place your hands (palm facing down) over the centre and massage slowly towards the stomach. Repeat this 2-4 times.
For a back massage, turn your baby over and make him lie down on his tummy. Place your palms just below the neck and stroke down slowly with one hand and then another one towards the waist. All you have to do is follow the spine, but make sure that you don't rub the baby.
To massage the ears and face, just pour a few drops onto your palm and after rubbing the oil in your hands, follow upward and outward strokes on the face and around the ears.
For a head massage, apply a few drops of oil on the scalp and rotate your palms gently on your baby's head. You don't need to apply pressure while massaging the head. Instead, just pat the head.
Finally, make sure that throughout the process of massaging, you use your hands gently.
Benefits Of Almond Oil Massage For Baby
Choosing a good oil for your baby's skin is important. Almond oil is a good source of Vitamin E and is quite a popular choice among parents. You may wonder, 'Is almond oil good for baby's skin?'. Below are the benefits of using almond oil for your baby.
1) Relief From Cradle Cap
Cradle cap is a common inflammatory condition among many babies. To treat yellowish, greasy, crusty skin patches, gently apply almond oil on the affected area.
2) Effective Moisturizer
Almond oil gets absorbed faster in the skin which prevents dry skin and keeps your baby's skin soft and moisturised.
3) Prevent Skin Problems
Almond oil is a rich source of vitamin A, B2, B6 and E, all of which keep skin problems such as, eczema, soreness and rashes at bay, leaving your baby with soft and smooth skin.
4) Soothing Effect
Almond oil improves blood circulation in your baby, soothing his tired limbs and strained muscles.
5) Better Sleep
A gentle massage with almond oil can relax the body. It induces better sleep as almond oil has properties that improve blood circulation.
6) Non-Toxic
As mentioned above, sweet almond oil is edible. Hence, its non-toxic properties make it perfectly safe for a massage.
7) Emollient Oil
Babies have very sensitive skin and require adequate nourishment. Almond oil works as a natural moisturiser due to the presence of linoleic and oleic acid in it.
8) Hair Nourishment
Almond oil is a good source of Vitamin E and magnesium, which is helpful in nourishing your baby's hair growth, and at the same time, prevents hair fall. Massage with almond oil for baby hair nourishment.
9) Easy to Use
Almond oil has a light texture that makes it easy to spread over the skin. Lukewarm almond oil is even easier to get absorbed in the skin.
10) Pleasant Scent
Unlike other oils, almond oil has a pleasant smell, which is a delight to the senses.
11) Good For Bones
The presence of Vitamin D and calcium makes almond oil the perfect source to strengthen your baby's bone.
12) Improves Digestion
Almond oil is also known for its laxative effects. Massaging baby's tummy with lukewarm almond oil will help improve digestion.
13) Removes Impurities
Massaging with almond oil will remove impurities and dead cells from the skin by getting rid of excess oil from the skin.
14) A Natural Sunscreen
Almond oil contains SPF 5 which protects the skin from harmful sun rays.
15) Skin Fairness
Massaging with almond oil for baby skin fairness is a common practice due to the tan reducing properties available in the almond oil.
16) Improves Complexion
Even though complexion does not make any difference, but sometimes you might be in need to improve the complexion due to suntan or any such reason. Massaging with Almond oil for baby complexion is widely used practice as the Vitamin E present in almond oil is known for its skin whitening properties.
17) Winter Care
Almond oil is the best moisturizer for winters. Since babies often have sensitive skin, their skin tends to get dry, especially facial skin. Almond oil for a baby's face is the best remedy against chapped and dry skin during winters.
18) Promotes Lush Eyelashes
Rich in vitamin and magnesium, almond oil is one of the best options to promote gorgeous looking eyelashes in babies. Ensure that oil does not enter their eyes.
19) Healthy Nails
Almond oil contains zinc and potassium, which promote healthy and shiny nails in babies.
20) Immunity Booster
Almond oil is a great immunity booster as well by keeping any infections at bay.
Precautions To Take When Using Almond Oil For Massaging A Baby
Now that we know how to massage a baby let's look into precautions one needs to take when using oil for massaging a baby.
Some people who suffer from severe nut allergy may show some signs of allergy when they touch nuts or nut products. So, if you have a history of nut allergy in your family, then you better avoid using almond oil for baby massage. If you still want to use it, then just apply a drop of almond oil and wait for 2-3 days. If there's no sign of reaction, then you may proceed, however, taking an expert's opinion is always recommended.
Always be careful of the expiry date before buying as well as using almond oil.
Excess oil may result in skin rashes. So, if you are not planning to give a bath after the massage, make sure that you wipe off the excess oil using a clean napkin.
Ensure that oil does not enter the baby's eyes, ears, nose or naval, as it might cause an infection.
Do make sure that you wipe your hands before picking up your baby because it might cause an accident if your hands are slippery. Likewise, ensure that there's no excess oil on your baby's body for the same reason.
Almond oil is the one of the best massage oils for your baby because of its multiple health benefits. More importantly, it is pocket-friendly and is easily available in the market. Alternatively, you can even order it online as well.
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Inaaya Naumi Kemmu, the daughter of actor duo Soha Ali Khan and Kunal Kemmu, is not a new face on the internet. She, along with her cousin Taimur Ali Khan are regular features on social media and we absolutely adore these two cuties of tinseltown. But this time, she is also giving us some major #bikergoals! Kunal Kemmu, Inaaya’s proud dad, took to Instagram to share a picture of him and his daughter sitting on a yellow bike, with the hashtag #bikerbaby. Inaaya can be seen sitting on the tank of the bike and is a sweet little sight to behold. Take a look at the cute picture for yourself.
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Doesn’t she look adorable sitting atop the bike in that grey frock and pink helmet? The dad-daughter duo share a beautiful bond, and their picture is just a(ww)dorable! But what we love more is the caption underneath the picture; Kunal Kemmu penned down some inspiring advice for his darling daughter - “Soon we shall ride together and soon you shall have your own. Let no one tell you what you can or can't do. Make your own road and make your own journey.”
Inaaya’s curiosity to try out new things can be seen in her beautiful eyes. Who knows, we may see her grow up to be an excellent biker someday!
Last year, Kunal shared a picture on his Instagram handle, where he was seen reading the morning newspaper with little Inaaya. Of course, the little tot was too young back then (and even now) to read or understand anything, but her parents sure know how to instil good habits in her from a young age.
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Babies learn by observing their surroundings but mostly by watching their parents. They also imitate their parents' actions and take their advice as the last word, especially when they’re really young and impressionable. If you want your children to reach heights and be happy in the future, the time to develop good habits in them and encourage them to follow the right path is now. Habits developed early on die hard and what we teach our children today, is what they will become tomorrow.
It is also essential that you instil a sense of independence and confidence in your children right from a young age. Your motivating words and the thought that you are always there for them can make your children face the world fearlessly. When kids know that they have got their parents’ support to follow the paths they’ve chosen for themselves, no words from outsiders can put them down. It’s the little things you teach your tots today that will make you an example of an excellent parent. And we know you must be doting parents to your children just like Soha and Kunal are!
Kunal Kemmu tied the knot with Soha Ali Khan in the year 2015 and they welcomed their baby girl in 2017. On the work front, he was last seen in Kalank, a multi-starrer movie directed by Abhishek Varman and produced by Karan Johar. His upcoming project includes Malang, a horror-romantic movie slated for release in 2020. In spite of his busy schedule, however, Kunal sure knows how to make time for his daughter. And we can’t stop gushing over the picture and the sweet caption he shared! Little Inaaya is sure to be a big success someday in whatever she chooses to do - her daddy has got her back after all! Read more
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