which oil is best for infant massage?

When it comes to infant massage the best oil is organic, light and vegetable based. Choose an oil that is easily absorbed such as safflower or almond oil, and avoid heavy pungent oils such as olive oil which are sticky and difficult to absorb, or peanut oil which can cause an allergic reaction. It is very important to place a dab of any new oil on the inside of your own and baby's wrist 24 hours before using it. If any reaction or reddening occurs do not use the oil.

NB: Many high profile brands of commercial "baby oil" are petroleum based, non-organic and clog the pores of the skin. Do not use them for baby massage!

gaia natural baby massage oil - $10.95

Specially developed for infant massage this organic pure sweet almond oil contains just a hint of calming lavender and chamomile to help you and baby relax. Add a drop or two to your baby's bath or moisturiser for added softness. 100% Aussie made and owned, Gaia Naturals Organic Baby Massage Oil is vegan friendly and is not tested on animals.

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Gaia Naturals Baby Massage Oil 125ml

$10.95 plus $4.35 postage within Australia.

Available soon to locations outside Australia.

other infant massage essentials from chickabiddies

Looking for the ultimate baby massage experience?!! Here are a few more luxury items we recommend to get the most out of your massage.

	Massage and childcare books > Infant Massage - A Handbook for Loving Parents Vimala McClure's classic text on infant massage is the basis for the International Association of Infant Massage (IAIM) syllabus.
	Recommended music for infant massage > Rockabye Baby: Lullaby Renditions of Coldplay . . . and U2, Nirvana, The Cure and more. Your favourite hits as you've never heard them before.
	100% Natural Lambskin Comforters > Our best buy is a Bowron Baby Lambskin. Baby will just love the soft comfort of a shorn wool lambskin - use under the sheet in baby's cot, in the pram or car seat, or simply to cushion baby while massaging.