A new mom is nothing short of a superwoman; she looks after her baby and her family while still keeping up with her job obligations. Is self-care for mothers, however, a priority? No way, that’s a far-fetched fantasy. It was and is the same for me as well!

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I had little time for myself after having both of my children. I let myself go and was dissatisfied with the way my body was mending, or rather, not healing, particularly after the birth of my second child. That’s when my mother-in-law persuaded me to try a Castor Oil Pack, something she had done years before.

A debate ensued since I had never heard of a castor oil pack.

So, in her words, castor oil is one of the most basic and affordable therapies that has been around for eons and has been utilized by goddesses and queens for holistic healing, particularly postpartum. A castor oil compress may be made at home using rectangular pieces of cotton or muslin fabric, as shown below.

The following is the best method to utilize a castor oil pack:

• Pour 2-3 spoons of castor oil into the compress inside.
• Wrap the compress around the liver and beneath the right rib cage.
• Leave it in place for at least an hour, preferably overnight for optimum effects.

After using castor oil packs for about a month, I can confidently state that they help:

• Cortisol, the stress hormone, is rebalanced, and feel-good chemicals are promoted.
• High antioxidants and resets the body’s cleaning processes
• It aids in the production of progesterone and estrogen, as well as happiness.
• Inflammation is reduced, the microbiota is improved, and biofilm is broken down.
• Soothes dry skin while also serving as a natural anti-aging ingredient.

It’s essential to note that although a castor oil pack isn’t advised during pregnancy, it’s perfectly safe to use during nursing.