Medela Breast Massage Oil – FAQ’s:
How does the organic Breast Massage Oil work?
At times, when the breasts are tender and you are experiencing discomfort, gentle massage will help to ease discomfort. Medela massage oil is a soothing blend of Organic avocado oil – known for its nourishing benefits –  and Ginger essential oil known for its warming properties. When applied to the breast with a gentle massage, Medela massage oil provides a warming effect that will  help and soothe and nourish the skin.
Does it help with pain?
Please note that the Organic Breast Massage Oil is not licensed as a medical product for pain relief or designed for the therapeutic treatment of pain. Â If you are experiencing breast pain or other health problems, please seek advice from your medical practitioner. The Organic Breast Massage Oil is formulated to provide warming relief to breastfeeding mothers with sore breast.
When should I apply the oil?
When you are experiencing breast discomfort, or breastfeeding challenges and the milk is reluctant to flow self breast massage is a technique that can help. You should carry out self breast massage before feeding the baby or using a breast pump. Spending 5-10 minutes massaging the breast with the Massage Oil, using circular, stroking movement or gently rolling / kneading your fist towards the nipple will help warm, soothe the breast and relax mom.
How much do I need to use?
Apply a few drops onto the palm of your hands and gently massage the breast with circular stroking  movements towards the nipple.
How do you apply the oil to your breast?
Wash hands prior to use. Apply a few drops onto the palm of your hands and gently massage the breast with circular stroking movements towards the nipple. There is no need to remove it before breastfeeding or pumping. Reapply if necessary.
What are the benefits of choosing an organic and vegan product?
Medela knows that mothers seek natural, organic products that are safe for baby.
The Organic Breast Massage oil is 100% natural made from plant based ingredients, that are organic grown free from herbicides and pesticides, free from chemicals and the product is hypoallergenic and dermatologically tested.
What does the it consist of? What are the ingredients?
The Organic Breast Massage Oil is formulated with organic and vegan ingredients: Avocado Oil, Olive Oil, Calendula, Ginger Essential Oil. Hypoallergenic and dermatologically tested. It has been formulated without fragrance, additives, alcohol, BHT, palm-oil or any GMO and suitable for sensitive and dry skin.
Is the oil safe for my baby? Do I need to wash it off before breastfeeding?
The organic breast massage oil is safe for your baby and you don’t need to remove it before breastfeeding or pumping.
How does it smell?Â
We formulated the organic breast massage oil without artificial fragrances; because it contains essential oil and ginger, it naturally has a slight ginger note to the nose.
Does the oil have side effects? Can it cause irritation?
The oil does not contain other ingredients that may cause a skin reaction. Additionally, it’s hypoallergenic and dermatologically tested. Ginger has thermic properties and combination of massage and the oil warms the breast and may slightly redden the skin.
What is the consistency like?
It’s a non-sticky and easy spreadable formulation for comfortable application and massage.
What other purposes can I use the oil for?
The oil also nourishes and moisturizes the dry skin.
What is the expiration date?Â
The shelf life of is 3 years. Once opened we recommend that you use the product within 6 months