Nurture & Nourish: DIY Remedies for Mother & Baby

25 Easy-to-Make Recipes for Pregnancy Through Toddlerhood

Discover the extraordinary healing power of traditional African butters in this comprehensive guide featuring 25 DIY formulations for the motherhood journey. Created by Wayne Dunn, this e-book brings centuries of ancient wisdom directly to your home, allowing you to craft pure, effective remedies for pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and baby care using nature's most nurturing ingredients.

What Makes This Recipe Book Special

Each recipe is thoughtfully presented with detailed instructions, comprehensive explanations of ingredient benefits, and clear usage directions. With basic kitchen equipment and a handful of high-quality ingredients, you can create products that rival expensive commercial brands – without preservatives, synthetic fragrances, or questionable additives that are particularly concerning during pregnancy and early childhood.

Pure Ingredients for Your Family's Wellbeing

Skin Absorption - The skin absorbs up to 60% of what is applied to it, making ingredient quality especially crucial during pregnancy and early childhood when bodies are most vulnerable to environmental influences.

Developmental Sensitivity - A baby's skin is up to five times thinner than adult skin and lacks a fully developed protective barrier, making them particularly susceptible to the effects of harsh chemicals and synthetic ingredients.

Traditional Wisdom - Indigenous knowledge about botanical ingredients, passed down through generations of mothers, represents centuries of observational evidence about safety and efficacy that lab-created compounds simply cannot match.

Supporting Communities - By choosing ethically sourced natural ingredients like those from Baraka, each purchase directly supports mothers and children in Ghana through fair wages, educational opportunities, and community development.

Perfectly Organized for Your Needs

This recipe collection is thoughtfully arranged into three comprehensive categories to address specific needs:

Pregnancy Journey

First Trimester Morning Sickness Relief Balm - Gentle balm that harnesses the soothing properties of cocoa butter and ginger to ease nausea during early pregnancy.

Sensitive Skin Facial Moisturizer - Delicate facial moisturizer that addresses hormonal skin changes while providing gentle hydration without triggering sensitivity.

Early Pregnancy Belly Butter - Rich, emollient butter blend specially formulated to support skin elasticity from the earliest stages of pregnancy.

Pregnancy Glow Body Oil - Lightweight, fast-absorbing body oil that enhances your natural pregnancy glow while supporting skin elasticity.

Stretch Mark Prevention Cream - Intensive formula that combines premium butters with specialized oils to maximize skin elasticity during rapid growth phases.

Pregnancy Leg Relief Cooling Balm - Refreshing balm that brings cooling relief to tired, swollen legs and feet during pregnancy.

Pregnancy Relaxation Bath Melts - Luxurious bath melts that transform an ordinary bath into a skin-nourishing spa experience for pregnant women.

Pregnancy Heartburn Relief Chest Rub - Gentle chest and throat rub that eases pregnancy-related heartburn and indigestion through aromatherapy.

Pregnancy Sleep Support Balm - Calming balm that harnesses relaxing properties of natural butters and essential oils to promote restful sleep during pregnancy.

Birth & Postpartum

Labor Massage Oil Blend - Nurturing massage oil that combines premium ingredients to support comfort and relaxation during labor.

Perineal Healing Balm - Gentle yet powerful healing balm that supports recovery of the perineal area after childbirth.

Postpartum Belly Recovery Butter - Intensive formula that supports the postpartum belly's recovery, helping restore skin elasticity and tone.

C-Section Scar Recovery Balm - Gentle yet potent balm specifically formulated to support the healing and fading of cesarean section scars.

Nursing Nipple Balm - Ultra-gentle, food-safe balm that soothes and protects nursing nipples with no ingredients that need to be removed before feeding.

Postpartum Hair Recovery Oil - Nourishing oil blend that supports hair recovery after pregnancy-related shedding and hormonal changes.

Postpartum Mood Support Massage Bar - Solid massage bar that combines grounding properties of cocoa butter with essential oils known to support emotional wellbeing.

Baby Care

Gentle Newborn Skin Balm - Ultra-gentle balm specifically formulated for a newborn's delicate skin, providing protection without potential irritants.

Baby Diaper Rash Balm - Protective balm that creates a moisture barrier to prevent and heal diaper rash while soothing irritated skin.

Baby Massage Oil - Gentle oil blend that nourishes your baby's skin while creating a beautiful bonding ritual through the power of touch.

Baby Cradle Cap Treatment - Gentle yet effective oil blend that helps soften and remove cradle cap flakes while nourishing the scalp beneath.

Baby Eczema Relief Balm - Soothing balm that addresses the discomfort of baby eczema with ingredients that calm inflammation and support the skin barrier.

Baby Sleep Chest Rub - Gentle aromatic balm that uses mild, baby-safe essential oils to create a calming bedtime atmosphere.

Baby Teething Gum Balm - Food-safe, gentle balm that soothes tender gums during teething, providing natural relief without numbing agents.

Toddler Bumps & Bruises Balm - Comforting balm that helps soothe the minor bumps, bruises, and scrapes of active toddlerhood.

Children's Hair Detangling Spray - Natural detangling spray that makes hair care easier and tear-free by smoothing the hair shaft and reducing knots.

The Magic of Natural Butters

Shea butter and cocoa butter stand as the star ingredients throughout these pages – with their remarkable properties and centuries of traditional use for both mothers and infants:

Shea Butter:

Contains exceptional levels of vitamins A, E, and F that support tissue regeneration

Provides anti-inflammatory properties that reduce redness and discomfort

Creates a protective barrier without preventing air circulation

Deeply moisturizes without clogging pores or leaving greasy residue

Cocoa Butter:

Supports collagen production for improved skin firmness

Creates a moisture-sealing barrier for prolonged hydration

Contains antioxidants that support skin repair processes

Forms a protective layer that locks in moisture while allowing skin to breathe

Supporting Ghanaian Communities

When you work with Baraka's butters, you're experiencing ingredients that have been ethically sourced directly from women's cooperatives in Ghana. This direct connection ensures not only the highest quality product but also supports sustainable livelihoods for other mothers and their children.

The relationship between the women who create these ingredients and those who use them forms a beautiful circle of care that spans continents. Each purchase helps provide sustainable livelihoods at fair wages, fund educational opportunities for children, and strengthen community infrastructure.

Download this e-recipe book today and begin your journey toward natural, nurturing care for the entire motherhood experience—all while supporting women entrepreneurs and their families in Ghana.