I absolutely adore babies – which is probably good since I had 5 of my own. I was actually very pregnant with my 5th when I discovered doTERRA\u00a0essential oils and I enjoyed using them while pregnant<\/a> and also through all her stages so far. Children are such precious blessings. Essential oils can be a huge help to you as a mother ~ you’ll be ready for anything! Here are the safest and most useful essential oils for newborns and babies …<\/p>\n It’s important to use nothing but the most pure and safe, therapeutic-grade essential oils<\/a><\/span>\u00a0because store-bought oils can have solvents, pesticides, synthetics and other chemicals. You cannot tell by looking at the label. Remember everything we put onto our skin also goes into our body. No oils are most thoroughly tested to be pure and safe than doTERRA. That is why we trust them for our family, because we know they are free of pesticides, fillers and contaminants<\/a>.<\/p>\n Essential oils for newborns and babies should be used minimally and only as-needed for the first 3 months.<\/strong><\/p>\n We ALWAYS\u00a0dilute<\/a>\u00a0for little ones to avoid irritation or sensitization, to aid in absorption and also to expose the babies to a lower amount of the oils. While our pure\u00a0oils are very safe, the liver can only process so much at a time, so there’s no reason to overdo or waste money by using them undiluted.<\/p>\n For newborns\/infants\/babies dilute 1 drop of essential oil per 1 tablespoon of carrier oil<\/span><\/b><\/p>\n Single oils to save\u00a0until they are older<\/span> :<\/span> \u00a0Cassia,\u00a0<\/b>Cinnamon,\u00a0<\/b>Oregano, Peppermint. <\/b>These oils can all be irritating to the skin and\/or irritating for new and tiny respiratory systems. These oils are less of an issue as part of a blend but typically can be substituted with a more gentle oil from the list above. Always use your own discretion, experience and resources in making these choices for your child.<\/p>\n Dilute Lavender, roman chamomile or Serenity\u00a0blend\u00a0and apply the the feet and on your chest if you are holding them to promote relaxation. You can wipe extra on their blanket\/clothes (we’ve found that our pure, quality\u00a0oils and their Fractionated Coconut oil do not stain! yay!). Diffusing with a\u00a0diffuser\u00a0is also very helpful as well as daily infant massage.<\/p>\n You can read more about making essential oils part of baby’s routine to help them sleep\u00a0HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n Dilute 1 drop each of Lavender and Wild Orange in 2 Tablespoons of carrier oil and rub baby’s tummy in a clockwise direction for at least 30 seconds for digestive support. Apply every 15-30 mins until their tummy is settled.<\/p>\n Frankincense promotes a healthy inflammatory response so its a\u00a0great choice. Its my go-to oil when a child comes to me.\u00a0Learning to roll, crawl and walk can be precarious sometimes!<\/p>\n Dilute 1 drop of each of Lavender and Melaleuca in unrefined or fractionated coconut oil or Lanolin (I love lanolin for skin irritation\u00a0and dry skin!) to soothe the skin. Apply each time you change their diaper. I like to use a glass spray bottle for this. Use damp, soft paper towels to wipe or rinse your wipes well before using to avoid any further irritating the skin\u00a0with chemicals.<\/p>\n Use diluted Lavender, Roman Chamomile, or Serenity\u00a0blend along the jawline as often as every 15-30 minutes to soothe*. \u00a0For older babies Ive used diluted Clove (only doTERRA), 1 drop in 1 oz of Vegetable glycerin<\/a> Dilute Lavender and Melaleuca and apply around the ear (never put oils IN the ear) frequently, massaging down towards the lymph nodes to encourage healthy drainage*. You can also use the diluted oils on a cotton ball placed in the ear – use a bandaid to help keep it in place.\u00a0Please always supervise your baby when using a cotton ball and\/or bandaid to make sure they do not get either into their mouths. <\/i><\/p>\n Dilute Melaleuca and Lemon and apply the chest, back and feet several times an hour. A combo of Frankincense and Lavender can be very helpful when the chest is\u00a0tight and loud.<\/p>\n Here’s one of my favorite gentle respiratory support blends to diffuse for my little ones:\u00a0<\/strong> There’s a lot of outdated and irrelevant information circulating online and it can be scary for new moms. The good news is that properly diluted, and used appropriately, \u00a0doTERRA’s Eucalyptus is very safe! \u00a0(There are many different species of Eucalyptus so all info applies only to doTERRA’s) \u00a0HERE<\/a> is a great article from doTERRA, written by a holistic practitioner and pediatrician. Please note, from the article, “The reports of serious adverse events associated with Eucalyptus oil in scientific literature have always involved excessively large (> 5mL\/80 drops) amounts taken internally or placed directly into the nose. Of course, these excessive amounts are well beyond the normal usage range.”<\/p>\n There’s always those extreme situations but let’s not “throw the baby out with the bathwater”, right? With normal use\u00a0Eucalyptus is\u00a0very safe. I still recommend the most gentle oils (see above) for tiny babies but as they get older Eucalyptus is an extremely useful oil to have in your mama arsenal.<\/li>\n See link in #1. Personally my body is more sensitive to Peppermint than others so I chose to wait until my daughter was over 2 to use it as a single oil. And honestly we just never needed it. There are so many other great oils that are less strong in aroma but still very powerful for the immune and digestive systems. \u00a0Peppermint is\u00a0much more gentle as part of a blend (Breathe, Digestzen) and properly diluted\u00a0so that is a great option if you’d like to use those for your little one. I recommend using Peppermint or blends containing Peppermint on the bottom of the feet for little ones and avoiding use near the face to avoid irritation.<\/li>\n Use the same guidelines for diffusion as I’ve listed for topical applications. I recommend diffusing gentle oils like lavender, lemon and frankincense for tiny babies. They are just gentler for the respiratory system.<\/li>\n Yes. Again, choose gentle oils. Make sure the room is wel-ventilated so the oils are not too potent in the room. If you walk in and it seems very strong to you then its probably more than you need for your little one.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n What You Need: Directions:<\/strong><\/p>\n Cut paper towel roll in half with a serrated or electric knife. Use half the roll now, and half later.\u00a0Combine water, Fractionated Coconut Oil, and essential oils in a small bowl.\u00a0Pour the mixture over the paper towels and then cover with the airtight lid letting the mixture absorb for 10 minutes.\u00a0Turn the container over and let sit for another 10 minutes.\u00a0Remove and discard the cardboard middle. Just pull the wipes from the center when you are ready to use. Store in container of your choice.\u00a0Tip: For on-the-go wipes, insert 15-20 wipes into travel size wipe container.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n I can’t imagine taking care of our crew without our essential\u00a0oils anymore. We love them! Choose a gentle oil for your little one and they will love it.<\/p>\n Want to get doTERRA essential oils into your home?\u00a0I’d love to give you the support and education you need to use your oils safely and effectively!\u00a0Get started\u00a0HERE<\/a>\u00a0or email me<\/a> if you have questions, concerns or need help getting set up.<\/p>\n![\"Essential](\"http:\/\/healinginourhomes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Newborn-post-.jpg\")
Always dilute Essential oils for Newborns and Babies<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nWhat are the most gentle oils for babies?<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Safety Tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nIf your baby accidentally ingests oils, call poison control. We’ve had many little ones get into their mama’s oils accidentally and they’ve all been fine. It’s extremely rare for a child to drink enough to be truly harmful and I’ve never heard of it happening in my 5 years in doTERRA (doTERRA has over 3.5 million members in the US)<\/li>\n
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\n<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\nCommon Baby Issues and Solutions:\u00a0<\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n
1. Oils for Calming:<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
2. Essential oils for digestive support : <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
3. Booboo Love:<\/span> <\/b><\/h3>\n
4. Essential oils for baby Skin:<\/span> <\/b><\/h3>\n
5. Essential oils for Teething: <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
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6. Essentail oils for Ears<\/a><\/span>:<\/b><\/h3>\n
7. Essential oils for Respiratory support: <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n
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<\/p>\nFrequently asked questions about oils and Babies:<\/h2>\n
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Is Eucalyptus oil safe for children?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Is Peppermint oil safe for children?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Are essential oils safe to diffuse around babies?
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Healthy Homemade\u00a0Baby Wipes<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/strong>1 roll premium paper towels*
\n2 cups warm water
\n2 tablespoons Fractionated Coconut Oil
\n3 drops Lavender essential oil
\n3 drops Melaleuca essential oil
\nAn airtight storage container\/empty wipe container\/wet bag
\n*\u00a0Use cloth for reusable wipes.<\/em><\/p>\n