Pediatric Castor Oil Massage for Constipation
Pediatric Castor Oil Massage for Constipation
Castor oil comes from the castor bean. It is a medicinal plant that helps rid toxins from the body.
For constipation, it is applied externally on the abdomen and massaging the belly in a clockwise motion.
Directions:
Have your child in clothes that you don't mind getting messy. This is preferably done before bed so they can sleep with the oil through the night.
Have your child lie down.
Apply 2 TBSP of castor oil on your hands to warm them.
Massage your child’s abdomen clockwise from right hip bone -> right rib cage -> left rib cage, then down to left hip bone -> right hip bone. Continue 5-10 rounds.
*An added step you can try is a warm pack for 20mins to increase the absorption of the castor oil.
Recommended castor oil: Heritage Organic Castor Oil