Essential Oils

and Children
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Introduction

Benefits for the

Whole Family
Many parents wonder if essential
oils are safe to use with their
children. Once you’ve personally
experienced the power of
essential oils, incorporating them
into your lifestyle and daily routine
is the natural next step, and for
many people, the daily routine
includes children.
Are essential oils safe to use with children? The simple
answer is yes! But certain safety guidelines and
recommendations should be considered when doing so.
Because children are smaller and more sensitive than adults,
the rules of essential oil usage are different. Also, the issue of
purity becomes more important than ever. Only use essential
oils you know are completely pure with your children.

In this eBook, you’ll learn the dos and don’ts for using
essential oils with children. We’ll discuss important topics
like diluting dosage amounts for essential oils, how to adapt
application methods, using essential oils during pregnancy,
and more.

Once you’ve learned the specific safety guidelines for using

essential oils with your children, it’s easy to help your kids
reap the benefits they have to offer. If your children have any
health conditions or concerns, consult with your physician
before using essential oils.

When you’re equipped with the proper knowledge and

practices, you’ll find that essential oils will become a staple
in your home and safe for the entire family.

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Chapter one

Using Essential
Oils with Your
Children

Are Essential Oils Safe?

Historic Use
Parents who are new to this topic should know essential
oils and plant parts have been used for centuries to
promote wellness. They aren’t a new fad or trend;
they’re a tried-and-true solution for many of life’s
everyday problems. Families in ancient Egypt used plant
extracts and essential oils for everything from cooking
and beauty treatments to embalming and religious
ceremonies. For countless years, families in China have
continued practices that promote wellness with plant
extracts and materials. Plant extracts and essential oils
were major staples in ancient Roman households, as
plant parts were used for their fragrances and calming
aromas. After so many years of safe use, parents can
rest easy, knowing essential oils have been shown
across time to be safe and effective.

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Essential Oils Are Present in Many High-Quality Essential Oils Are Tested
Products You Use to Ensure Safety
Because essential oils are naturally occurring Before you use essential oils on yourself or your children,
compounds found in plants, they’re a popular ingredient you need to understand that not all essential oils are
for many commercial products. Essential oils are often created equal. High-quality essential oils go through
used in perfumes, soaps, candles, lotions, and skin care rounds of rigorous testing to ensure they’re pure and
products to add fragrance. Because of their powerful safe to use. Not all companies use thorough testing
purifying properties, essential oils are also frequently methods, and many supposedly pure products contain
added to cleaning agents. Chances are you already synthetic fillers, which alter their efficacy.
have products in your home that contain essential oils.
The benefit of using pure essential oils on their own is Every batch of dōTERRA® essential oils is put through
you can avoid the harmful toxins and chemicals that are multiple testing processes to check and recheck for
often added to household products. contaminants, potentially harmful substances, and any
other components that could compromise safety and
Because they’re taken from plants, essential oils are also quality. You should only use essential oils that have been
found in many foods you regularly eat. Small amounts carefully produced and thoroughly tested to ensure
of them can be found in many fruits and plants that are purity—for you and your family.
part of your regular diet. This means your body is already
equipped to process essential oils internally. Though the
internal dosage for a child is far smaller than an adult’s,
your children have most likely already been exposed to
some amount of essential oils just through their diets and
household products.

Essential Oils Are Natural and Safe

When Used Properly
High-quality essential oils are pure, potent, natural, and
safe when used properly. As with anything you use on
your body, certain guidelines can help you stay within
the perimeters of safe use. Even seemingly harmless
substances like water can be damaging to the body
when used in excess. Essential oils are the same way. If
you educate yourself about proper usage, you can safely
and effectively use essential oils on yourself and around
your family. Just as you wouldn’t allow your children to
eat or drink something or rub something on their skin
without knowing what it is or what it does, the key to safe
usage is to education.

We’ll discuss proper application, dosage, and other safety guidelines in

more detail in the following chapter.

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Chapter two

Safety
Guidelines
As a parent, you need to remember
that the rules for essential oil usage
with children are different than
those for adults.
By observing specific guidelines when it comes to dosage,
dilution, application, storage, and more, you can help your
children safely enjoy the benefits essential oils have to
offer. Here are some basic instructions to follow when using
essential oils on or around children. Each of these rules will
be covered in greater detail in this chapter.

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Rules for Using Essential Oils with Children

Always supervise children during essential Consult with a healthcare professional

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oil usage. before allowing children to take adult
supplements.
Always give children a smaller dose of an
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essential oil than you’d give adults. Always store essential oils in a safe place
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that’s out of the reach of children.
Dilute essential oils before using them with
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children to reduce the risk of sensitivity. Educate yourself as a parent, reading labels
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and manufacturer recommendations.
Avoid any sensitive areas during essential
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oil application. 9 Talk with your children’s physician before
using essential oils, particularly if any health
Beware of sunlight exposure after topically
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applying citrus oils.

Supervision
Perhaps the most important safety guideline when it comes
to essential oils and children is ensuring your child only
uses them under adult supervision. With young children,
you should be the one to apply the essential oils. With older
children, you should always be present during usage.

Essential oils are extremely potent and powerful, so teach

your kids about safe usage. Many children don’t fully
understand concepts like dosage, dilution, and sensitivity, so
even if your children are used to essential oils and know how
to apply them, you should still supervise to ensure safety.

Dosage
Because children have smaller body masses, have more
sensitive skin, and are still developing, their dosage level of
essential oil should always be smaller than an adult’s level.
Essential oils that are pure are incredibly potent, so you’ll
only need a small amount for them to be effective for your
children.

When using essential oils with your kids, start small—less

than what you’d use on yourself—and then give your children
ample time to experience the benefits of the essential
oil before applying more. If you have any specific health
conditions or concerns, consult your family physician.

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Dilution
Many parents are concerned about topical use of essential
oils with children because of sensitive skin. The best way
to protect a child’s delicate skin when using essential oils
topically is to dilute before application. Diluting an essential oil
with a carrier oil like Fractionated Coconut Oil before applying
it to your children’s skin will help reduce the risk of sensitivity.

If you don’t have Fractionated Coconut Oil on hand, another

carrier oil like avocado or jojoba oil will work well too. You can
even dilute an essential oil in lotion or body butter.

Sensitivity Testing
When trying a new essential oil with your children, consider
doing a simple sensitivity test to ensure it doesn’t cause any
irritation. To perform this test, simply dilute the essential oil
you want to use and apply it to a small, insensitive area on a
child’s skin—the bottoms of the feet are usually the best place.
Observe the area for a few hours to give yourself the chance
to see how your child’s skin reacts to that essential oil.

Sensitive Areas
Along with sensitivity testing, you can help your children avoid
irritation by not applying essential oils to sensitive areas. Some
examples of sensitive areas include the eyes, skin around
the eyes, inner ears, inner nose, and injured or damaged skin.
Remember, a child’s skin is more delicate—and absorbent—
than an adult’s skin, so always use less essential oil and more
carrier oil than you would on yourself.

Sunlight Exposure
Some essential oils—particularly citrus oils—can cause
sunlight sensitivity if exposed to sunlight after being applied
on the skin. Children often love spending time outside, so
consider how much time yours will be spending in the sun
over the next 12 hours and determine whether the essential oil
you’d like to apply includes any caution for sunlight sensitivity.
Usually, the essential oils that present a risk are citrus oils, but
you should always check the label. If an essential oil or related
product includes this kind of warning, avoid sunlight and UV
rays for at least 12 hours after application.

One of the easiest ways to work with topically applying any

essential oil with a sunlight sensitivity warning is to use it in the
evening. Another work-around is to apply it to an area of the
skin that will be protected by clothing or shoes. With a little
planning or creativity, there’s no reason you can’t use citrus
oils topically with your children safely.

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Essential Oil Supplements

Supplements with pure essential oils can be extremely
beneficial for adults; however, children shouldn’t take such
supplements unless they’ve been designated as safe for
children. Thankfully, many dōTERRA® supplements are
designed specifically for children. Kids can reap the benefits
that essential oil supplements offer and even take some adult
supplements when they’re designated as safe for the whole
family.

Before giving your children any supplement, read the labels

or instructions to ensure it’s appropriate for them. If you have
any questions about giving your children a supplement of any
kind, consult your healthcare provider.

Storage
One of the most effective ways to ensure safe use of essential
oils with your little ones is to practice safe storage habits.
Generally, essential oils shouldn’t be stored in direct sunlight or
anywhere they’ll be exposed to heat, as doing so can potentially
damage the delicate chemical profile of the essential oils and
even detract from their benefits. And always keep your pure
essential oil products out of the reach of children.

Essential oils smell amazing, and to many kids—especially

younger ones—they look like fun! Teaching your children
about essential oils and how to use them safety will go a long
way, but it’s still best to store your collection in a place where
it can’t be accessed by children without your assistance. The
same is true for diffusers, which should be in a safe area that
children can’t reach or easily knock over.

You should know one more thing about essential oil storage
in a home with kids. Many essential oil bottles come with
an orifice reducer, which allows only a small amount to be
released at a time. Some people remove the orifice reducer to
blend essential oils together or for convenience, but if you’re
going to remove it, always replace it promptly. The orifice
reducer can limit the amount of essential oil your children can
access if they were to find a bottle.

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Educate Yourself Medical Professional Consultation

As with anything you give your children—food, medicine, Consulting with a healthcare professional about essential oils
treatments, topical products, and so on—the best way to safely applies to both parents and children. This guideline is even more
use essential oils on or around them is to educate yourself as important if you or your children have specific health concerns.
a parent. If you’re new to essential oils, take the time to learn
about how they work and what practices exist for safe usage. Each person has a different health history, and certain
Once you’ve learned how to properly use essential oils yourself, conditions may change the way you use essential oils. By
you’ll be better equipped to share their benefits with your consulting with your children’s physician before using essential
entire family—including your children. In addition to learning oils, you’re more prepared for any special conditions that may
proper essential oil application methods, always carefully read inform how you use them in your home.
warnings, labels, cautions, and distributor instructions.

As a parent, you set an example for your children when it

comes to safe, proper use of essential oils in the home. By
combining your knowledge with guidelines provided by the
manufacturer, you can give your children many safe and
enjoyable essential oil experiences.

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Chapter three

Uses and
Applications
With a solid foundation of safety
guidelines for using essential
oils around kids, it’s time to
learn about some of the most
effective application methods for
them. While children can enjoy
essential oils in many of the
same ways as adults, with proper
dilution and dosage, children
have plenty of essential oil usage
options that are unique to them.

Here are some of the top essential oil uses for kids and families:
• During homework, diffuse Basil or Coriander essential
oil in your children’s study space for a supportive, fresh,
and clear aroma.

• Before your next family hike, dilute Cedarwood or

Citronella essential oil and apply it to the wrists and
ankles to repel insects naturally.

• Before your children go to bed, apply one drop of Clary

Sage or Lavender essential oil to their pillowcases for
a calming aroma as they prepare for a restful night of
sleep.

• To promote feelings of clear breathing and open

airways, dilute Eucalyptus essential oil and apply
it topically to your children’s chests and backs. As
they breathe deep, the essential oil will provide an
invigorating vapor.

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• When your children feel overheated, add a drop of

Peppermint essential oil to a cold-water compress or a
cold foot bath to help them cool down.

• To help with occasional skin irritations, dilute Tea

Tree or Frankincense essential oil and apply it to your
children’s affected areas.

• During long car rides or road trips, diffuse Ginger or

Spearmint essential oil in the car or place a drop of
Ginger in your children’s palms and have them inhale
the aroma.

• Add Lavender, Sandalwood, or Vetiver essential oil to

your children’s baths or dilute and massage it into your
little ones’ feet for a relaxing, soothing experience.

• Harness the calming aroma of Marjoram, Roman

Chamomile, or Frankincense essential oil by diluting
and applying to your fussy children’s feet or the backs
of the neck before naptime to promote a peaceful
atmosphere.

• During your children’s nighttime routine, dilute one

drop of Cinnamon Bark essential oil in four ounces of
water and have them gargle the mixture for a cleansing
mouth rinse.

• After your children’s six-month cleaning at the dentist,

add one drop of Clove essential oil to their toothpaste
to help maintain a clean mouth.

• If you have teenagers who want soothing skin support,

add a drop of Grapefruit or Juniper Berry essential oil
to their facial cleanser or moisturizer. (Avoid sunlight or
UV rays for at least 12 hours after applying Grapefruit.)

• Whether your children play soccer, football, lacrosse,

hockey, or any other sport, keep unpleasant odors away
from their gear by putting a few drops of Wintergreen
or Arborvitae essential oil on a cotton ball and placing it
in their practice bag.

• If your children crave sugary juices or sodas, add a drop

of Lemon essential oil in a glass of water for a fresh and
flavorful beverage. (This can also be done with Lime,
Grapefruit, Wild Orange, and other citrus oils.)

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Aromatic Use Helping Children Use Essential Oils

Along with the essential oil uses for children listed we just It’s no secret children can be picky. Whether your child is
discussed, one of the simplest and safest ways to help your particular about tastes, smells, or routines, this rigidity can
kids experience the benefits of essential oils is through make it difficult for them to enjoy the benefits of essential oils
aromatic use. By diffusing essential oils in your home, you in the same way as adults. However, you have a few fun ways
can create an invigorating, calming, relaxing, or uplifting at your disposal of getting children to enjoy essential oils, no
atmosphere for your family. Diffusing essential oils can also matter their personal preferences.
help clear the air in your home when you want to dispel
unwanted odors or enjoy a clean, fresh scent.

Essential oil diffusion is a simple way for the entire family—

adults and children—to experience the powerful benefits
of essential oils. And you can do so without worrying about
dosage or dilution.

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Cooking with Essential Oils

If your little ones are selective about taste, texture, or smells, you can add essential oils to their favorite foods, beverages, and
treats to help them experience certain benefits. Essential oils can add flavor to beverages, baked goods, breakfast foods, and
more. And most of the time, no one will even notice the difference. Remember, essential oils are potent, so it doesn’t take
much to add a burst of flavor—just one drop will usually do the trick. You can also use a toothpick to start with even less and
add more as you go.

Smoothies and Yogurt

Peppermint Black Bean Brownies
If your kids like drinking smoothies or slushies, add a drop of
an essential oil that’s been approved for internal use to their Ingredients:
favorite blended beverage. Wild Orange and Tangerine are
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained
excellent additions to smoothies and add deliciously fresh
and rinsed
flavors to yogurt as well.
2 large eggs
Baked Goods ¼ cup cocoa powder

Essential oils can add extra flavor to your children’s favorite ⅔ cup honey
cookie, brownie, or bread recipes. Add Peppermint to your
⅓ cup coconut oil
next batch of brownies, Lemon or Lime to sugar cookies, or
Rosemary to your homemade rolls. ½ teaspoon baking powder

Pinch of salt
Dips, Salsas, and Sauces
4 drops Peppermint essential oil
If your kids enjoy hummus, salsa, or other dips with after- ¾ cup chocolate chips, divided
school snacks, you can easily add a drop of essential oil to
the mix and give their favorite dipping sauces some extra Instructions:
flavor. Cilantro, Black Pepper, or Coriander each add a
delicious twist, depending on the snack. 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

The following recipe for black bean brownies with 2. Place all the ingredients, except the chocolate
Peppermint essential oil is the perfect example of a fun way chips, in a blender or food processor and blend
to use these pure gifts of the earth when cooking for or with until smooth.
your children.
3. Pour the batter into a large bowl and stir in ½
cup of chocolate chips.

4. Pour into a greased 8 x 8 pan and top with ¼

cup of chocolate chips.

5. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick

comes out clean.

For a simple and healthy breakfast, try making this

wild tropical fruit smoothie for your kids.

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Wild Tropical Smoothie

Ingredients:

5 drops Wild Orange essential oil

1 cup strawberries, frozen
1 cup mango, frozen
1½ cups pineapple juice
Large handful of spinach (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine all the ingredients in a blender.

2. Pour and enjoy.

Essential Oil DIYs

Another effective way to use essential oils with your children is by getting creative with do-it-yourself projects. You can use
essential oils for crafts, to create aromatic jewelry, during bath time, and more.

These confetti bath bombs provide an engaging way for children to enjoy the benefits of essential oils during bath time.

Essential Oil Bath Bombs

Ingredients:
1 cup baking soda 10 drops essential oil of your choice
½ cup cornstarch Sprinkles
1 cup citric acid Food coloring
½ cup Fractionated Coconut Oil

Instructions:

1. Place the citric acid, baking soda, cornstarch, and Fractionated Coconut Oil in a bowl
Note: Citric acid can be found in most supermarkets in the canning section.

2. Add your essential oil of choice. (Lavender, Wild Orange, Clary Sage, Citrus Bliss®, or dōTERRA Serenity® all
work well.)

3. Mix well until a soft dough forms, with the consistency of mildly damp sand that holds together when pressed.
(If the mixture is too wet, add baking soda and cornstarch.)

4. Add the food coloring and mix until the color is evenly distributed.

5. Press the mixture firmly into a silicone mold and sprinkle the top with your favorite party sprinkles. Let it dry for
24 hours before removing from mold. (If you don’t have a silicone mold, cupcake liners will also work.)

And the bath bombs are ready! Just place one in a tub full of water and let
it dissolve completely.
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If you want to help playtime be even more fun, try making some essential
oil play dough.

Essential Oil Play Dough

Ingredients:

2 cups flour

2 cups colored water

1 cup salt

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon cream of tartar

5 drops essential oil of your choice

Instructions:

1. Combine all the ingredients, except the

essential oils, in a large saucepan and stir until
combined.

2. Once combined, place over medium

heat. Using a spatula, continue stirring the
ingredients together until a ball forms.

Note: Don’t overcook, as it’ll lead to dry play dough.

3. Remove from heat and cool on parchment paper.

4. Once cool, add five drops of your favorite

essential oil and knead until thoroughly
combined.

You’re done! Store in an airtight container in your refrigerator for months of fun.

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Chapter four

Essential Oils
and Pregnancy
People have asked if it’s safe to use
essential oils during pregnancy. The
answer is generally yes, but with a
few precautions.

Just as it’s wise to modify essential oil usage for

children, modifications must be made when using
them during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or other
special circumstances.

Using Essential Oils during

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Essential oils can help maintain a healthy bodily
routine, support the immune system, soothe feelings
of discomfort, and more.* With such powerful benefits,
essential oils are useful and effective during any
phase of life, even pregnancy.

By following proper safety guidelines, you can feel

confident while using essential oils during pregnancy.

While pregnant, the body goes through a wide range

of changes. These changes often bring feelings
of discomfort and sensitivity. Every pregnancy is
different, but the goal is always to support the healthy,
proper function of the entire body. Along with good
nutrition and regular exercise, essential oils can be
used during pregnancy to provide support.

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Talk to Your Physician Which Essential Oils Are Safe to

Even if you’ve previously used essential oils without incident, Use during Pregnancy?
you should still inform your physician of any essential oil
Once you’ve talked with your physician, you can start safely
products, including cosmetics and supplements, you plan
using essential oils while pregnant. The following are a
to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Your doctor
few ideas of how essential oils can be helpful during this
knows you, your specific health concerns, and the status of
transformative stage of life.
your pregnancy. Each pregnancy is different, and your doctor
is the best resource available for any safety measures you
should take, based on your personal health and the health of
your baby.

Because of the ethical issue of testing expecting mothers

and their fetuses, limited clinical studies address the safety
of essential oils during pregnancy. However, we can rely on Essential Oils for Occasional Morning
a history of safe use to determine which essential oils to use
Sickness and Digestive Issues
while pregnant.
• Peppermint and Cardamom essential oils
Other Safety Guidelines can alleviate occasional stomach upset when
taken in a Veggie Cap or added to water.*
With all the changes a body goes through during pregnancy,
it’s not uncommon for a woman to become more sensitive • Spearmint essential oil offers many of the
to essential oils. You might consider adapting the amount same benefits as Peppermint, but it serves
of essential oil you use or which application methods you as a milder option to help with sensitivity or
employ to help with any sensitivities that arise. Diffusing is stomach upset that occurs during pregnancy.*
a great option because you can quickly and easily turn off
• DigestZen® Digestive Blend provides a
the diffuser if you find an aroma unpleasant. When using an
healthy, natural way to soothe stomach upset.*
essential oil topically, you can increase dilution to reduce any
sensitivities.

As mentioned before, it’s important to remember that not all

essential oils are created equal. You should only use pure
essential oils—those free of adulteration or contamination—
during pregnancy. When used appropriately, such high-
quality essential oils are a safe option for pregnant women.
Essential Oils for
Occasional Heartburn
When you experience heartburn while pregnant,
consider using products that balance acid levels
in the stomach. DigestTab® Chewable Tablets
are infused with the DigestZen tummy tamer oil
blend, which delivers essential oils that support
digestion, as well as the acid-neutralizing benefits
of calcium carbonate.* Calcium carbonate helps
maintain stomach acid balance to help you deal
with the discomfort that comes from heartburn and
indigestion.*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Essential Oils and Massage Essential Oils for

for Back Discomfort Healthy-Looking Skin
Massaging soothing essential oils and blends on A pregnant body is ever-changing, which includes
the lower back can help when experiencing back changes to the skin. As the body works to keep up
discomfort. If discomfort in the legs or feet arise, with a growing fetus, the skin can often become
use the AromaTouch® Massage Blend on the lower stretched and taut. Another challenge that quite
extremities to assist these problem areas. a few women experience during pregnancy is an
increase in the skin’s oil production. Thankfully,
many essential oils help reduce the appearance of
oily skin and blemishes, as well as beautify the skin.

Incorporate the following essential oils into your

skin care routine during pregnancy.

Essential Oils for a • Frankincense

Better Sleeping Environment • Helichrysum
• Grapefruit
Good sleep and rest are of paramount importance
during pregnancy. Diffusing calming essential oils With the final recommendation above, remember
like Roman Chamomile, Marjoram, Lavender, and to avoid direct sunlight or UV rays for at least 12
Sandalwood promote a relaxing atmosphere that’s hours after using it or similar citrus oils on the skin.
ideal for achieving a good night’s rest. On top of
diffusion and aromatic use, these essential oils can
also be applied topically or used internally when
appropriate to promote quality sleep.

For creating a restful environment during

pregnancy, try any of the following suggestions.

• Place a few drops of dōTERRA Serenity® Restful

Blend on your blankets or pillows at night.

• Diffuse essential oils with calming aromas for

30 minutes before going to bed.

• Add one to two drops of Lavender essential oil

to a cup of hot water with honey for a relaxing
tea to help you unwind at bedtime.

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Is It Safe to Use Essential Oils

While Breastfeeding?
The body changes significantly during pregnancy, and these
changes don’t end with the birth of the baby. Your body will
continue to change as you adapt to post-partum life. Just as

Using Essential Oils you should discuss the use of essential oils with your doctor
before using them while pregnant, you’ll also want to consult
during Labor and Delivery
with your physician when you begin nursing.
As essential oils promote an uplifting and calming
environment, they can be extremely useful during Your family doctor really is the best resource and source
labor and delivery. You can use them to create a of advice when it comes to your body, your baby, and any
more pleasant or positive experience. special concerns you might have. It’s important to discuss
your essential oil use with your healthcare professional when
• Massage Black Pepper and Basil essential oil you become a nursing mother.
that’s been diluted with Fractionated Coconut
Oil on the lower back to ease discomfort Like pregnancy, breastfeeding places a lot of demands on a
during labor. mother’s body. When nursing, the goal is to maintain a strong,
healthy body that can support a newborn. With help from
• Combine dōTERRA Balance® Grounding
your doctor, you can use essential oils and related products
Blend and Wild Orange essential oil for an
that support the whole body and your overall wellness.
especially effective blend during delivery, as
they can help create a grounded and positive
atmosphere.

• Use the AromaTouch® Massage Blend

topically for a comforting and relaxing
massage. This oil blend, when combined with
massage, is especially helpful for soothing
areas of tension when applied to the back
and shoulders.

• Create a calming atmosphere with Clary

Sage essential oil, like when contractions
get intense. Consider blending it with other
essential oils that also have a calming aroma,
like Lavender.

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Conclusion

Help Your
Children Reap
the Benefits of
Essential Oils
Essential oils can be enjoyed by
everyone. By adapting application
methods and adhering to safety
precautions, you can share your
favorite natural products with your
children and watch them enjoy the
benefits you love and rely on so much.
By educating yourself as a parent, you’re preparing
the way for your family and children to have positive
experiences with essential oils, now and in the future.
Set an example of responsible, effective use in the
home so your kids can come to love essential oils and
benefit from them.

Are you ready to continue your essential oil journey?

Visit doterra.com to learn more.

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