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Organic Baby Massage Oil - Sesame 125mL

100% pure edible sesame oil

  • Free from essential oils
  • For delicate skin
  • IMIS oil is free from essential oils, allowing Baby to smell your signature scent, enhancing bonding.
  • IMIS sesame oil provides anti-inflammatory and moisture retention benefits when applied to the skin.
  • During massage, oil may enter Baby’s mouth so it is vital to use an edible oil.
  • Only ingredient: 100% pure cold pressed sesame seed oil
  • Free from: petrochemicals, parabens and essential oils
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Introducing IMIS 100% Pure Edible Sesame Oil – the Perfect Choice for Your Baby’s Massage!

As Australia's leading baby massage experts, the Infant Massage Information Service understands the importance of choosing the right massage oil for your baby. Our IMIS 100% Pure Edible Sesame Oil is naturally crafted to provide a gentle and nourishing massage experience for your little one. Here's why it's the ideal choice for delicate baby skin:

Key Features:

  1. Pure and Edible: IMIS sesame oil is made from 100% pure cold-pressed sesame seeds, ensuring it is safe, natural and edible. We understand that during the massage, your baby may explore by putting hands or feet into their mouth. Our edible oil gives you peace of mind, knowing it's safe for accidental consumption.
     

  2. Free from Essential Oils: Unlike many massage oils on the market, IMIS oil is free from essential oils. This not only ensures the safety of your baby but also allows your little one to experience and recognise your unique scent, promoting a deeper bonding experience during massage time.
     

  3. Skin-Friendly: Perfect for delicate baby skin, our sesame oil offers anti-inflammatory and moisture retention benefits. It absorbs easily, leaving no greasy film, keeping your baby's skin soft, supple, and healthy.
     

  4. Chemical-Free: IMIS sesame oil is free from petrochemicals, parabens and harmful pesticides. We prioritise the well-being of your baby by providing a natural and chemical-free massage oil.

 

Choosing the Right Oil for Your Baby’s Massage: Dos and Don’ts
 

  • Skin Sensitivity Test: Always perform a patch test before using any new product on your baby's skin. Apply a small amount of oil on the inner arm and behind the knee, monitoring for any signs of redness or irritation over 24 hours.
     

  • Edibility Matters: Babies explore the world with their mouths, so choose a massage oil you would be comfortable with them ingesting accidentally. IMIS 100% Pure Edible Sesame Oil ensures safety during these explorations.
     

  • Absorbency and Purity: Opt for pure cold-pressed oils that are easily absorbed by the skin. IMIS sesame oil meets this criterion, providing the nourishment your baby's skin needs without leaving a greasy residue.
     

  • Avoid Essential Oils: Strong fragrances from essential oils can interfere with the bonding experience during massage. IMIS oil is free from essential oils, allowing you to focus on the natural and intimate connection with your baby.
     

100% Pure Edible Sesame Oil for a safe, gentle and bonding massage experience.

Make informed decisions, perform a patch test, and cherish these precious moments with your little one!

Baby Massage Oil : Frequently Asked Questions

Which oils are appropriate for baby massage?

Parents are advised to use pure cold pressed seed, nut, vegetable or fruit oils as a baby massage oil. The best infant massage oil will also be an organic baby oil, free of pesticides.

Compared to mineral oils, which have a tendency to create a greasy film on the skin"s surface, pure cold-pressed oil is much more readily absorbed by the baby's skin.

One thing to keep in mind is that infants frequently put their hands or feet in their mouths when receiving massages. To that end, it is crucial that parents use a massage oil that is suitable to be ingested by their child during the massage.

However, just because the oil must be suitable for potential ingestion, does not mean that the opposite is automatically true. Many edible oils will not be appropriate for use in a baby massage, including popular and otherwise healthy cooking oils such as olive oil, sunflower seed oil, peanut oil or grapeseed oil. This is because cooking oils are likely to be too thick in texture and viscosity, meaning that they will not be adequately absorbed by the baby's skin during the massage.

Because of this property of cold pressed oils, it is crucial that they are free of pesticides, as there is a risk that the oil could act as a carrier that introduces pesticides into the body's systems. Ideally, you are using organic baby oil as your massage oil.

What is a pure cold pressed oil?

When a baby massage oil is said to have been "cold pressed", this means that no heat was applied during the extraction process. Instead, the oil was released from the source by pressure alone.

Cold-pressing is important for preserving the health value of an organic baby massage oil. Heat expands the molecules in heat-extracted oil, which results in a product that is more challenging for the skin to absorb.

The best baby massage oil will be a pure, cold pressed, organic baby oil, with anti-inflammatory properties as well as a nourishing fatty acid base to protect the delicate skin barrier.

Is a mineral oil suitable for baby massage?

A mineral oil is a mixture of hydrocarbons that have been refined from paraffin oil. Paraffin oil is a waxy, colourless and odourless material that is distilled from petroleum.

Although refined paraffin oil is frequently included in skin care products, it has not been established that using it on infants and young children can be deemed safe. According to some medical professionals, it can obstruct newborns" pores and result in rashes and other issues, so parents are advised to avoid the risk. IMIS does not recommend using mineral baby oil in infant massage.

There is also a risk that the application of a mineral baby oil could irritate the baby's skin, in which case parents are advised to use soap and water to wash the affected areas.

However, delicate skin is not the only consideration.

If a mineral baby oil enters the baby's eyes during an infant massage, parents should immediately apply first aid techniques such as washing out the eyes with running water for 15 minutes. If irritation occurs, this may require medical help.

If the baby ingests some of the mineral baby oil, parents should speak with a doctor right away.

With all of the various risks associated with the use of a mineral baby oil for the massage, IMIS recommends using safer oils such as seed, nut, vegetable or fruit oils that are certified organic, cold pressed and full of natural ingredients.

Are essential oils suitable for baby massage?

The use of essential oils during newborn massage is not advised. Essential oils may be too strong or excessive for baby skin, even if they are plant oils such as a flower oil.

Some essential oils could cause skin irritation, while others may simply be too overpowering in their scent. Smell is important because bonding between parent and child is a significant advantage of a baby massage, and an overpowering scent could detract from this experience.

It is advised that any massage oil is chosen to smell as neutral as possible. This means that the newborn has the chance to smell the parent"s skin or "signature aroma" during massage time, rather than essential oils.

There is a high chance that a baby will accidentally ingest some of the baby massage oil during the massage. Essential oils are typically not advised for consumption, especially not by young children. The worst case scenario would be ingestion leading to symptoms developing that call for medical attention. The best approach is simply to avoid the use of essential oils in an infant massage.

Should parents test for sensitive skin before a massage?

Before massaging a baby (or children of any age), it is advised to test their skin, to see if they are sensitive to the organic baby massage oil.

For all babies, but especially those with very dry skin or those with eczema, it is much safer to conduct a simple patch test rather than deal with the consequences of coating a baby head to toe in an oil they may turn out to be allergic to.

Even if it is labeled as an organic baby oil, it is best to avoid any oils with a synthetic fragrance that may irritate the delicate skin barrier of your child.

For a patch test, a small amount of natural baby massage oil is applied to the inner crease of the baby"s elbow. Just a few drops should suffice. Use the anterior surface for the patch test.

Gently massage the baby massage oil in the morning, and leave it on while the child is being watched throughout the day. Any redness on the application site may be a sign of sensitive skin or an allergic reaction. If any irritations or complications arise, the area should be cleaned with warm, soapy water to get rid of the oil.

Keep in mind that babies' skin is not a blank slate. Instead, they are covered in their skin's natural oil.

Where can I learn more about using baby massage oil?

If you"d like to learn more about what oils to use, when and how to massage, you can join a baby massage class or request private tuition with a Certified Infant Massage Instructor or Paediatric Massage Consultant. Or if you like the idea of helping parents why not become an instructor yourself? Learn more today from the Infant Massage Information Service

Eligibility and Course Prerequisites

No prior training or qualifications are required for the Certified Infant Massage Instructor(CIMI) qualification.

Wanting the Paediatric Massage Consultant (PMC) qualification and wondering if you meet the prerequisite requirements?

If your qualifications fall under the categories of health, allied health, natural therapies or education, you are guaranteed to meet the prerequisite requirements for the paediatric level qualification.

Some examples of qualifications that meet the prerequisite requirements for the PMC qualification are included below (please note, this is not a full list). 

Examples of health qualifications approved for PMC:

Nurse, midwife, aboriginal health worker, community health worker, retired nurse, child & family practitioner, paediatric nurse, maternal/child health nurse, neonatal nurse, paediatrician, medical doctor.

Examples of allied health qualifications approved for PMC:

Chiropractor, doula, childbirth educator, lactation consultant/educator, science degrees, mental health professional, social worker, occupational therapist, physiotherapist, psychologist. 

Examples of natural therapy qualifications approved for PMC:

Massage therapist, yoga instructor, nutritionist, Chinese medicine, kinesiology, myotherapist, naturopath.

Examples of educator qualifications approved for PMC:

Early childhood educator, early childhood teacher, other educator (e.g. B. ED Studies, diploma in primary teaching)

PMC students receive both qualifications, the Certificate in Infant Massage Instruction and the Paediatric Massage Consultant qualification. To obtain the paediatric qualification you need to meet the prerequisite requirements, complete your baby massage training through the Infant Massage Information Service and successfully complete 4 competency tasks. In addition to working with parents, and teaching them how to massage their babies, PMCs can provide theory presentations to other professionals, educating them on the researched benefits of massage for infants and children and ensuring they are aware of services available to families in this field. 

Course Fees and Variations

Course fees are the same regardless of your method of study (face-to-face or online).

Fees for the Certificate in Infant Massage Instruction range from $1125 - $1650, depending on the enrolment package (inclusions) selected. Interest-free payment plans are available and these are personalised for each student. 

Fees for the Paediatric Massage Consultant qualification range from $1485 - $2010, depending on the enrolment package (inclusions) selected. Interest-free payment plans are available and these are personalised for each student. 

The course fee table outlining the enrolment packages (inclusions) can be accessed here: Fee Structure | Baby Massage

Please note, the table automatically displays the fees for the Certified Infant Massage Instructor qualification. To view the fees and inclusions for the Paediatric Massage Consultant (PMC) qualification, be sure to click on the 'Paediatric Massage Consultant' box. 

Face-to-Face Course Details

Face-to-face training dates and locations can be found on our course dates and locations page: Locations | Baby Massage

The face-to-face training is completed over 3 days and courses are always held on a Friday, Saturday & Sunday.

Career and Qualification Pathways

Infant Massage Information Service 3-day face-to-face courses have a mixture of both Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) and Paediatric Massage Consultant (PMC) students.

All students cover the same content/units of study.

The differences are:

- Our CIMI students are usually going into the industry as something new i.e. with no prior related background. There are no pre-requisite requirements they need to meet.

- CIMI students complete the 3-day course successfully and are then able to work with parents, teaching infant massage. All assessment work is completed within the 3 days of the course.

- Our PMC students have prior, related training and/or experience in health, allied health, natural therapies or early childhood education and care.

- After the 3 days in class, there is one additional assignment completed. The additional PMC task takes approximately 2 days to complete and does not need to be done in the 2 days directly following the course. PMC students can complete their additional assessment when convenient and follow the instructions provided to upload their submission for marking when they're ready. 

- Our PMC students receive both qualifications – the CIMI qualification and the PMC qualification. The CIMI level qualification is provided immediately after the 3-day face-to-face course and the PMC qualification is issued after the additional PMC assessment has been completed. 

- PMCs can work with parents, teaching infant massage in the same way that CIMIs can. What PMCs are also able to do is provide theory presentations to professional groups on infant massage. The presentations are fairly straightforward and usually follow the same format e.g. – Self-introduction, benefits of infant massage, research reviews, dispelling common myths relating to infant massage and information on services available to parents in this field. 

Various industry bodies request these types of presentations and PMCs are paid a presentation fee for this work directly by the organisation or body who has requested them. PMC presentations offer a unique opportunity to network with other professionals and potentially receive additional referrals for your infant massage work with parents.  
 

What if I'm completing the course via correspondence study?

Each correspondence intake period has a mix of both Certified Infant Massage Instructor (CIMI) and Paediatric Massage Consultant (PMC) students.

All students cover the same content/units of study.

The differences are:

- Our CIMI students are usually going into the industry as something new i.e. with no prior related background. There are no pre-requisite requirements they need to meet.

- CIMI students successfully complete 3 competency tasks at their own pace and are then able to work with parents, teaching infant massage. 

- Our PMC students have prior, related training and/or experience in health, allied health, natural therapies or early childhood education and care.

- There is one additional assignment completed for the PMC qualification.

- Our PMC students receive both qualifications – the CIMI qualification and the PMC qualification.

- PMCs can work with parents, teaching infant massage in the same way that CIMIs can. What PMCs are also able to do is provide theory presentations to professional groups on infant massage. The presentations are fairly straightforward and usually follow the same format e.g. – Self-introduction, benefits of infant massage, research reviews, dispelling common myths relating to infant massage and information on services available to parents in this field. 

Various industry bodies request these types of presentations and PMCs are paid a presentation fee for this work directly by the organisation or body who has requested them. PMC presentations offer a unique opportunity to network with other professionals and potentially receive additional referrals for your infant massage work with parents. 

Online Study

The correspondence program is thorough, easy to work through and offers a convenient way to study. 100% of the course requirements are completed from home, including all practical work meaning no travel or onsite attendance is needed.

Once your enrollment is complete and the course fees are paid, you will receive a welcome email providing you with full access to the course content. Your welcome email includes your pdf training manual with all of the course theory work and assessment instructions as well as links to the practical video files you need to watch. A training pack containing your demonstration doll and any other resources in your enrolment pack is sent via post.

There's no need to wait for your training pack to arrive via post before you begin studying. As soon as you receive your welcome email you can get started with the course theory work, then move on to the practical techniques once your demonstration doll arrives. 

You're welcome to study at your own pace to complete the course. Most students complete everything within the space of a few weeks. If students have a lot of other commitments and limited time, they might finish the course over a few months instead. Whatever study period you need is ok, there are no enforced deadlines you need to meet. 

There are 3 or 4 assessment tasks to complete depending on the qualification level you enrol in. The tasks are easy to complete and personalised assistance is available throughout the course if you need help with questions or clarifications. 

Your theory assessment is an open book, multiple-choice exam which ensures you've worked through the training manual. You're provided with an answer sheet to complete which can be emailed as an attachment or uploaded for marking. Practical tasks are recorded using any device (most students use their phone). The recordings are uploaded for the trainers to view and report on. Practical reports are extremely detailed to ensure you're confident in practical techniques prior to certification. 

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