What is the absolute most critical instruction for avoiding ingestion risk when applying neem oil topically?
Do not use neem oil on the nipples or anywhere the baby might accidentally ingest it
When a mother decides to proceed with the topical use of neem oil despite general cautions, the highest priority shifts to absolute prevention of oral transfer to the infant. The absolute most critical instruction provided is the strict avoidance of application to the nipples, as this area is directly involved in feeding, or any other location on the mother's body where the residue could easily transfer into the baby's mouth during the nursing process. This localized restriction aims to eliminate the primary ingestion pathway, ensuring that even if trace amounts are absorbed systemically, the infant avoids direct oral contact with the substance transferred from the skin.
