Mashala Baby Organics – Tried, Tested and True

Massage is an ancient form of baby relaxation and parent-baby bonding that mothers all over the world have been relying on for as long as they’ve had babies! Baby massage is used to soothe the newborn, relieve colic, heal dry skin on babies and kids of any age, help babies sleep, or clear a stuffy nose or chest. The benefits are endless, but the biggest benefit is the bond that is built between parent and child as they spend time together, emotionally and physically connecting.

Whether you are expecting a baby, already have one (or more), or know someone who is, Mashala Baby Organics has the perfect products for you. I received a sample of each of their massage oils, Newborn, Calm & Comfort, Gentle Vapor and Daily Use plus an adorable little pillow to hang on the doorknob that says “SHhhhh… Infant Massage in Progress”. After testing each one, I’m sold. This would make a great gift for a first-time parent… and now, we have it for you at StorkBabyBoutique.Com.

Mashala Baby Organics is a Canadian mom-founded company that has a nice story behind it. It’s the merging of two ethnicities from two sides of a family, both putting an importance on infant massage for many generations. The recipes, passed down from great grandmother to grandmother to mother to daughter, are the backbone of Mashala Baby Organics. The oils are all-natural and organic, and feature ingredients such as olive oil, holy basil and chamomile.

The oils can be purchased individually, or as part of one of 3 gift sets – we at Stork love the Organic Blessings set. It includes a beautiful wooden barrel filled with each of the four different massage oils, and a special sign for baby’s bedroom door to let people know “Shhh! Baby Massage in Progress.

The oils are all lovely – they’re not strongly scented, which is very important for a small baby (and for sensitive parents). Even the Gentle Vapor oil is mildly scented; just enough vapor for a baby to feel its gentle effects. The cost of the set is $32.99 and any mom will love it. The best part, it comes with easy to follow instructions on how to do infant massage – nothing too complex (the simpler the better for new parents, right?)

Mashala Baby Organics - Organic Blessings Set

Swaddling Baby

I can’t tell you how many times it took me to get that first swaddle correct….   little legs and arms eventually popped out and got cold.  Now swaddling blankets come with velcro fasteners and feet pockets.  Swaddling blankets seem to come in all beautiful designs and colours.  Are any better than the others?

What’s the scoop on swaddling?  This article Aches and Claims – New Blankets Help Keep A Better Wrap on Babies (taken from the wall street journal http://online.wsj.com) states that the purpose of swaddling is to make the infant feel the restriction of movement as they did in the womb to provide a feeling of security.  However, it seems that a lot of these added features don’t necessarily mean “better”.

“While each company touts its unique design features, ‘there is no evidence that any one of them is more effective than the others,” says pediatrician Harvey Karp, a major proponent of swaddling. “You want something that is secure, [and] something that is [within] your budget.  ”’

I found some awesome swaddling blankets, kimono’s and beanie’s from West Coast Baby and stock them.  Has anyone ever used these?  Any feedback?

95% cotton 5% jersey Made in Canada

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