Abhyanga (Ayurvedic Oil Massage) for Newborn Baby Abhyanga is a very important Ayurvedic daily care (Dinacharya) practice for newborns. When done gently and correctly, it supports growth, immunity, sleep, digestion, and bonding. 🍼 When to Start Abhyanga Can be started from day 7–14 after birth (once the umbilical stump has fallen) In preterm or low-birth-weight babies → start only after pediatrician’s advice 🛢️ Best Oils for Newborn Abhyanga 🌼 Commonly Recommended Oils Cold-pressed Sesame oil – best in normal & winter climate Virgin Coconut oil – best in hot climate / summer Cow’s ghee – for dry skin, excellent nourishment Bala Taila – if advised by an Ayurvedic doctor (for Vata balance) 👉 Use lukewarm oil only 🤲 How to Do Abhyanga (Step-by-Step) 1️⃣ Choose a warm, draft-free room 2️⃣ Warm a small quantity of oil using a bowl in warm water 3️⃣ Start with head massage (very gentle circular strokes) 4️⃣ Massage face softly, avoiding eyes & nose 5️⃣ Chest & abdomen – clockwise gentle strokes 6️⃣ Arms & legs – long strokes from shoulder → hand, thigh → foot 7️⃣ Joints – soft circular movements 8️⃣ Back – gentle strokes from neck to lower back 🕒 Duration: 10–15 minutes 🕰️ Best time: Morning before bath 🛁 Bath After Abhyanga Wait 15–20 minutes after massage Use lukewarm water Mild herbal powder (like besan + turmeric) or plain water Avoid soaps daily (2–3 times/week only if needed) 🌱 Benefits of Newborn Abhyanga ✔️ Promotes healthy weight gain ✔️ Strengthens muscles & bones ✔️ Improves sleep & digestion ✔️ Enhances immunity ✔️ Improves skin texture ✔️ Calms baby (Vata pacification) ⚠️ Precautions Do not massage immediately after feeding Avoid oil in eyes, nose, ears Stop if baby cries excessively or develops rash Avoid Abhyanga during fever, cold, diarrhea 🩺 Ayurvedic Tip Regular Abhyanga helps in Vata balance, which is naturally dominant in newborns. If you wish, I can also share: ✔️ Abhyanga oil selection based on season (Ritu) ✔️ Massage techniques for colic, constipation, or low weight ✔️ Ayurvedic baby care routine (Dinacharya) Just tell me 🌸

Namastey Balashwagandha laxadi oil Ksheerbala oil Til oil

At this season you can ise til tail, if not found go for mustard oil

Musturdoil sesame oil or traditional oil used by them in your location.

I suggest Kottakkal baby massage oil, it contains virgin coconut oil and almond oil etc..

Ksheerbala tailam.

Traditional oil which was used by ur forefathers is best for ur kid

Pure Til tail / bala tail

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Olive oil until baby get 3 year old

Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailment before consuming any medicine

Almond oil or sesame oil

Hello You can use pure virgin coconut oil if weather is hot /humid Or pure til oil if cold or in winters

Til oil