Everyone knows coconut oil brings lots of health benefits, but do you know why it is THE oil that every new mum should have at home?
For mums:
- A spoonful of immunity booster everyday!
Worried about you your baby’s immunity during monthly visits to the doctors at hospitals/clinics during the pandemic? Take a spoonful of coconut oil everyday after meal or with food to boost your immunity. The rich lauric acid found in coconut oil helps to boost your immune system naturally. - Boosting underweight fetus during pregnancy
Coconut oil is an easily absorbable oil and a high energy food that can help mothers put on their baby’s weight during pregnancy, especially for twins-bearing mothers as well as premature babies. - Getting rid of stretch marks during pregnancy
Applying coconut oil on your skin during early pregnancy can help prevent stretch marks. Be sure to choose for organic grade coconut oil as the skin is our largest organ, it will absorb whatever you apply, organic grade can ensure no chemical nasties that might affect you and your little one. Try massaging coconut oil on your tummy, thighs, and other areas after bath. Coconut oil keeps your skin hydrated and nourished. - Soothes itchy tummy syndrome
Itchy tummy can be really annoying during pregnancy. Rub coconut oil onto tummy during your pregnancy period to help soothe itchiness. - Life saver for sore, cracked nipples!
A real pain literally for all breastfeeding mothers. Cracked and sore nipples can be healed using coconut oil which has antibacterial properties to prevent worsening of this condition. Simply apply coconut oil onto cleaned nipples to keep them soothed and moisturized. Best part is that, organic VCO is completely safe for babies to consume too so you don’t have to worry about your baby consuming the coconut oil. - Dry, brittle, frizzy hair due to pregnancy hormonal change?
Apply a small pump of coconut oil after washing hair to keep your hair dark, shiny and
moisturized.
For babies:
- Eczema and sensitive skin soother
Do you know that your little ones has a layer of vernix which coats their skin naturally during
newborn? Massage your baby with some coconut oil after bath time to soothe eczema or other skin sensitivity issues naturally, the antibacterial properties that can be found in
coconut oil helps to heal eczema naturally. You may add some coconut oil into bath water for a soothing baby bath. - Baby massage oil
Baby massage is always a good bonding time for parents and their little angels. Parents may pour about 1tbsp amount of coconut oil and rub onto your baby’s tummy, foot, back, hands lightly. You may discover that your baby sleeps better and deeper. A tummy massage also relieves bloating. - Cradle cap
Cradle cap is a condition whereby a flaky scalp is seen, massage some coconut oil onto baby’s
scalp and let it sit for 30mins. Use baby soft hair comb to brush off flakes and rinse well. - Easy booster for immunity
Coconut oil contains lauric acids that is rich in mother’s breastmilk which is the main component to strengthen the immune system. Start feeding your baby half to one teaspoon of coconut oil everyday by adding into their food puree or drinks for a quick immune booster. This also lubricate intestines to ease constipation.
Lastly, be sure to go for organic grade coconut oil to enjoy the complete and wholesome
goodness of coconut!
