21 Surprising effects of coconut oil on your newborn baby do not miss!

It is no coincidence that coconut oil is praised by many people as a miracle. Because of the effect of coconut oil, especially the nutrients it brings. And for those of you who have young children, how do you take advantage of the amazing benefits of baby coconut oil?

21 amazing effects of coconut oil for babies 

A baby's skin is very soft and vulnerable. Therefore, not everything can be applied to the baby's body. Especially things that are strongly acidic or strongly alkaline, are very susceptible to damage to this delicate skin.

But, coconut oil is not among them. This is one of the rare oils that can be applied to a baby's body without parents having to fear. Because the effect of coconut oil on babies is extremely wonderful.

 

1. Clean scalp

 

Coconut oil is great for babies

Have you ever seen babies with tiny white spots on their heads that look like dandruff? This is due to flaky or dry scalp when a baby is a few weeks old. The reason is that the baby touches his head repeatedly to the crib.

How to use coconut oil for babies:

Apply a little coconut oil to your hands and gently massage your baby's scalp, especially on the tip.

Leave the oil on for 20 minutes and use a baby hair brush or brush with very soft bristles to brush off the scalp

Rinse baby's hair with warm water

2. Eczema

That's when the skin becomes dry and itchy. Eczema is common in babies and goes away as they get older, but it causes discomfort in the area with eczema. A little coconut oil to moisturize the skin will help relieve pain for children.

Using

Massage your baby with coconut oil before or after bathing or before going to bed

Applying it continuously will help reduce eczema over time

3. Buttocks

The condition is very common in infants. When the baby goes to the toilet, leaving the diaper for too long without changing diapers will lead to itchy skin, redness leading to pain. The effect of coconut oil in this situation is to prevent the itchy area from spreading and reduce irritation.

How to use coconut oil for babies with pigmentation:

Apply a layer of coconut oil to your baby's buttocks after each shower

Change diapers more often

Apply coconut oil in areas where the rash is occurring

Coconut oil helps with antibacterial and pain relief for the baby

4. Smooth hair

If the baby is born, the hair is soft and smooth, congratulations. But there are babies who are born with dry hair and difficult to control. Making hair smoother and easier to brush is one effect of coconut oil.

Using

Wet your baby's hair during bath time and apply a small amount of coconut oil

Masage coconut oil at night or in the morning for baby

5. Dry and chapped lips

Babies often have skin sensitive to the weather and temperature. In particular, dry lips can cause pain, making it difficult for the baby to suckle. The baby trying to lick the lips will also make the lips drier.

Using

Take a clean gauze pad and dip it in coconut oil

Apply to baby's lips or around lips

Can use mother's finger to replace the towel

Do not press or squeeze baby's lips

6. Insect bites

 

Apply coconut oil to help heal the wound quickly

Babies often have no concept of being bitten and bitten by insects, so insect bites are often difficult to detect. These nodules quickly become red and swollen, and even infected

Using

Take a little coconut oil into your hands and rub to heat

Gently apply pressure to baby's skin where the insect was bitten

Repeat each time you bathe your baby

7. Facial cleanser

It may sound strange, but the effect of coconut oil is to cleanse baby's skin without letting it dry. Even coconut oil can do more than the expensive cleanser for children.

Using

Gently apply coconut oil to your hands

Against the baby's cheeks and face. No strong rubbing leads to pain

Rinse with normal bath water

8. Limit lice

Sometimes, babies get lice from an adult or a sibling in the home. The lice comb can damage the baby's scalp, scratching, and leading to bleeding infection.

The antibacterial and antifungal properties of coconut oil will help control the spread of lice.

How to use coconut oil for babies with lice:

Use a little apple cider vinegar to rinse your baby's hair and let it dry

Add coconut oil to your baby's hair

A shower cap can be used for added effect

9. Furunculosis on the baby

Babies have sensitive skin, which can easily get pimples, which cause red spots on the skin. Although they don't always cause infections, it can be uncomfortable for the child, even an infection.

Using

Take the coconut oil into your hands and rub to heat

Hold the pimple on the baby's face and let it sit for a while

Rinse with warm water or without rinsing

Note: Consult a pediatrician.

10. Keep warm

 

Coconut oil has a warming effect

Babies are susceptible to colds and nasal congestion, making it difficult to breathe and even making it difficult to function. If not treated in time, a fever may occur.

The rub, creating heat for the baby is essential, especially in the chest and sinuses. The effect of coconut oil is to keep the baby's body warm.

Using

Take two teaspoons of essential oils for babies

A few tablespoons of coconut oil and mix together

Heat the oil with the mother's hands

Rub it gently on the baby's chest

11. Thrush

Thrush, or candidiasis, is a common infection that usually occurs in babies and appears as a rash. The most conspicuous manifestations are burns, milk spots on the tongue and affects the newborn. The effect of coconut oil is to soothe these spots.

How to use coconut oil in babies with thrush

If your baby gets thrush while breastfeeding, mothers can drink one teaspoon of coconut oil per day to help replenish the baby

Warm coconut oil by rubbing it. Apply a little around the mother's breasts before nursing.

12. Toothpaste

When the baby is a few months old, the mother can start massaging the gums to help her toothache and improve oral hygiene. Although there are many children's toothpaste available on the market that are considered safe, you should consider it. Suggest a little, the effect of coconut oil in this case is the same as poor brushing.

Using

Dab the baby's gums with coconut oil

Massage gently in the morning and evening

13. Toothache

Teething can be painful and can cause a baby to disrupt their eating habits. Fortunately, coconut oil has natural anti-inflammatory properties that help soothe the inflammation that is common with teething.

Using

Dab the baby's gums with coconut oil

Apply to other soon-to-be teething areas to relieve the pain

14. Hair care

When children are young and have not learned how to raise their head or move a lot, mothers will notice that their hair tends to be messy. It may be soft at first, but constant friction with pillows or beds will mess with your baby's hair.

Instead of trying to brush hard, you can use coconut oil as a natural tool to soften your baby's hair. Coconut oil works like a conditioner.

How to use coconut oil for babies to nourish soft and beautiful hair:

Heat up coconut oil

Gently apply to baby's hair

Comb evenly

You can use your hand to change the comb to brush your baby's hair

15. Skin cream

 

Coconut oil helps skin get the moisture it needs

Coconut oil can be compared as a perfect natural moisturizer. It helps deal with baby's dry skin thanks to healthy vitamins and fats.

Using

Dab coconut oil on the area where you want to moisturize

Leave it on, don't wash it until next shower

16. Massage

Most parents are aware of the benefits of massaging their baby. A little coconut oil will make this process comfortable for your baby

How to use coconut oil for babies when parents want to massage for children

Take pure coconut oil and olive oil and mix well

Add a little bit of natural essential oil

Massage with this mixture

17. Eliminate stool

The effects of coconut oil are quite miraculous when it comes to removing chutum - mainly caused by a newborn's nasal peristalsis.

18. Food

Breastfeeding mothers can use coconut oil in cooking, helping to increase milk production and provide nutrients for babies.

Coconut oil is hypoallergenic, on the contrary, it also contains lauric acid that helps in digestion much easier and reduces constipation. It will also help your baby absorb nutrients from vegetables like pumpkins, greens, carrots and squash.

19. The wound

 

Coconut oil soothes pain in children

Young children love to "do justice" and can face bruises, bumps and cuts.

Coconut oil's antibacterial properties speed up wound healing. Lauric acid and fatty acids are responsible for the antimicrobial function. Even applying coconut oil on a burn can provide quick pain relief.

20 .. Softening the baby's soft spot

There are many soft spots on the body of babies, even very soft. In particular, the baby's bones are in the developing stage, requiring up to 19 months of bonding. The effect of coconut oil is to help strengthen these bones. However, please exercise caution.

21. Infection in the child

The infection affects the skin around the thighs, neck, bottom area, and areas around the armpits, as moisture accumulates in the intimate areas. It is like a red rash with some white patches, irritating and painful for the child. Using coconut oil helps weaken bacteria, prevent skin infections.

Although the effects of coconut oil are many, but not all babies can use it. Who knows, children can be allergic, leading to sneezing, coughing, difficulty breathing ...

If you have any symptoms, see your doctor for advice, examination and treatment.

 

 

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