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This is normal?
I am exhausted, just plain worn out. My 10 month old is going through a sleepless time. They tell me it is normal, when a baby starts really exploring his world, he tends to wake up more at night. While it is great to know that this is perfectly normal, it does not help me get the rest I need, or the afternoon pick me up I need to keep going.
I need a solution
I had no idea, when I started on this journey with essential oils, 2 years ago, just how much of an impact they would have on my life. I did not know that I would soon be raising a baby again (a crazy thought after 50!) but, here I am, doing just that. I have to tell you, I do not have the energy today, that I had even in my 30’s. So I needed to find some solutions to these every day sleep, rest and energy issues. I started researching out my essential oils, and have come up with some really nice diffuser blends, to help both baby and Mom. Today, I am going to share my favorites, along with info about each oil I am using.
Some important things to remember
In todays society, we tend to think we need more. More of everything. Here’s the thing, when it comes to essential oils, less is more. You do not need to use a lot of these oils to get the maximum benefit. When diffusing around baby, I use no more that 1-3 drops of oil. It’s all you need. Remember, essential oils are highly concentrated volitile compounds. A little goes a long way.
Diffuser Blends for Baby
Sleep Sweet Baby
1 drop Juniper Berry
1 drop Lavender
1 drop Roman Chamomile
This is a beautiful relaxing blend. Juniper Berry has very calming properties and will help keep your baby in a restful state. Lavender relieves tension and promotes a restful night’s sleep. Roman chamomile is soothing and calming. Diffuse this so both Baby and Mama can get a peaceful night of rest.
Breath Baby
1 drop Lavender
1 drop Cardamom
1 drop lime
Along with promoting a restful sleep, Lavender also promotes clear open breathing. Cardamom also promotes clear breathing and calmness. Lime purifies the air, which also helps with clear breathing. If your baby is experiencing congestion, this gentle diffuser blend may be just what you need.
Don’t Bug Me!
1 drop Lemongrass
1 drop Melaleuca (Tea Tree)
1 drop Cedarwood
Lemongrass has a very pleasant smell to humans, but, is very good at repelling insects. Melaleuca purifies the air and Cedarwood also repels insects, and is calming. Let’s face it, it is alsmost time for those little, fluying biting beasts again!
Happy Baby
1 drop Tangerine
1 drop Roman Chamomile
Tangerine energizes and uplifts the mood, and Roamn Chamomile is soothing and calming, which makes this the perfect blend to sootha cranky baby.
Diffuser Blends Just for Mom
Stress Be Gone
3 drops Bergamot
2 drops Hawiian Sandalwood
1 drop Siberian Fir
Bergamot has a beautiful floral/citrus scent that is both calming and uplifting for the mood. Hawiian Sandalwood is uplifting and supportive of decreasing emotional upset. Siberian Fir is supportive of calming emotions. This is a wonderful blend for when your emotions are all over the place!
Uplifting Afternoon
3 drops Wild Orange
2 drops Peppermint
Wild Orange is very energizing and uplifting for the mood, and Peppermint has an exhilerating uplifting aroma. This is my go to, for the afternoon slump. (I also with put a drop of each of these oils in my hands, rub them together and “Tent” over my nose and breath in).
I hope that you find these diffuser blends as helpful as I have. If you would like to learn more about essential oils, please follow me on Facebook at:
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