Below is a list of some of the most popular EOs which you can be sure are safe for babies, children and pregnant women:
- Cedarwood Atlas - Cedrus Atlantica
- Eucalyptus, Broad-leaved
- peppermint/Peppermint Gum - Eucalyptus dives var Pipertone
- Frankincense- Boswellia carteri
- Geranium- Pelargonium graveolans
- Lavender - Lavandula angustifolia
- Lemon- Citrus limon
- Mandarin- Citrus reticulata
- Sweet Orange- Citrus sinensis
- Patchouli - Pogostemon cablin
- Tea Tree- Melaleuca alternifolia
Do’s and Don’ts When Using Essential Oils on Children
- Don’t use undiluted oils directly on skin. Oils in their full form can be harmful if applied directly to the skin. Safe dilutions for children generally range from 0.5-2.5% depending on the condition and the age/weight of the child. Oils can be added to carrier oils, distilled water and lotions.
- Don’t add undiluted oils to bath water. Since oil and water don’t mix, the concentrated form could irritate the skin.
- Don’t swallow oils. Essential oils are highly concentrated oils that can be toxic if swallowed.
- Don’t overuse oils. Be mindful of how often and how much you use on your child. For example, don’t use a lotion that contains lavender and then apply an essential oil.
- Don’t use peppermint oil on children less than 30 months old. Peppermint used on children under 30 months of age can increase a risk for seizures.
- Don’t use oils near a heat source. Using essential oils near heat source can cause a fire.
- Don’t use essential oils near the eyes, ears and nose.
- Do buy oils from a reliable source. “Check the source of the essential oils to avoid oils that might contain contaminants,Look for credible companies that list the scientific name of the oil, source of the oil and who also list a contact number to answer any questions you might have.”
- Do avoid sunlight for some essential oils. Always check the caution remarks for each essential oil you use.
- Do store oils in a cool dry place. Store oils in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
- Do apply a patch test first. Before using an oil on your child’s skin, apply on a small area of skin and wait 24 hours to see if there is an adverse reaction before using again.
- Do consult an expert. If you have any questions about how to use an oil or the dilution ratios to use on your child, consult an expert before use.
Safety guidelines for children regarding dillution of essential oils:
- Peppermint shouldn’t be topically applied to or diffused around children under the age of 6 years.
- Eucalyptus shouldn’t be topically applied to or diffused around children under the age of 10 years. The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy (NAHA) recommends diluting the essential oil to just 0.5 to 2.5 percent.
When diffusing oils, use these safety precautions:
- Follow proper dilution guidelines.
- Make sure you diffuse in a well-ventilated area.
- Diffuse intermittently, typically 30 to 60 minutes on, then 30 to 60 minutes off.
- People should not use essential oils on or around babies who are younger than 3 months.
One of the gentlest and yet most effective ways to treat various common ailments involves allowing the molecules of essential oil is to evaporate and circulate throughout the baby’s room. But because the amount of essential oilrequired for newborns is so tiny, the only method that gives you complete control over how much essential oil is using a humidifier in the baby’s room or simple bowl of steaming water.
How to mix your oils to make a blemd to diffuse in a humidifier
First,add 1 drop of essential oil to 2 teaspoons of water and mix well. From this mix,take a ½ teaspoon and drop it into a bowl of steaming water or humidifier, placed on the floor
in a corner of the room, away from baby’s head. This is a tiny amount of essential oil a quarter of a drop and not all of it will be evaporated into the room because the water will go cold before that happens. Clearly, keep other children and pets away from the bowl, to avoid any accidents.But besides bringing back the lost moisture in the air, the humidifier itself can even act as a white noise machine. The majority of the units in the market are fitting for night time use. That’s because even if your baby is a light sleeper, the slow, soothing hum of the humidifier will not cause a distraction. In fact, this sound would rather drown out external noises necessary for a peaceful slumber. As backed up by this study, white noise would even make it easier for your little one to fall asleep.
If the baby is suffering from any kind of digestive problem colic,indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, or regurgitation coriander seed essential oil is very helpful. Use in the room method just outlined.
If your baby isn’t sleeping well, use lavender or chamomile roman. To freshen the air and make it smell delightful, while baby is not in the room use lavender, sweet orange, or mandarin essential oil for their antibiotic, antiseptic, disinfectant, and slightly antiviral properties.
Even with the tiny quantity of essential oil recommended, the aroma will be lovely and infinitely better for your baby than any chemical air fresheners which should definitely be avoided in a baby’s room.Humidifiers, as long as they are cleaned diligently and kept at the recommended level, can make the air healthier and warmer (for warm mist models.) for your baby.Of course, at the end of the day, a humidifier is not going to replace all the remedies for your little one. We advise that you talk with your baby’s pediatrician, and use a humidifier with care as a preventative measure.
* People should not use essential oils on or around babies who are younger than 3 months.
Dr,.Benjamin Patrick is a professor for Bioresonance faculty under MWU ,He holds a doctorate in Homeopathy and Bioresonance sciences and is then CEO and founder of Chadasha Bioresonance Sdn Bhd . He is a well sought after speaker for Holistic healthcare for global audiences worldwide especialy in the field of bioenergetic sciences.
Here are some tips for blends that you may use for other problems
Chamomile roman (Anthemis nobilis) 2 drops
Chamomile german (Matricaria recutita) 3 drops
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) 2 drops
Blend together and use 2 drops for each teaspoon (5 mL) of carrier oil and diffuse 2 drops in 300 ml water
Geranium 4 drops
Patchouli 6 drops
Mandarin 15 drops
Blend together and use 2 drops for each teaspoon (5 mL) of carrier oil and diffuse 2 drops in 300 ml water
Ginger 5 drops
Sandalwood 8 drops
Chamomile roman 8 drops
Blend together and use 2 drops for each teaspoon (5 mL) of carrier oiland use a small amount
each time in your humidifier.
Lavender 2 drops
Geranium 2 drops
Frankincense 2 drops
Dilute the blend in 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of carrier oil and use a small amount
each time in your humidifier.
Did you know that you should use distilled water in your humidifier?
The reason for this is because certain areas have hard water in their tap. Hard water has a higher mineral content, which will eventually cause mineral deposits and limescale in the reservoir. These deposits are tricky to remove and can even affect your unit’s functionality in the long run.Using hard water with ultrasonic humidifiers can also cause white dust around the humidifier’s proximity as a by-product. If you have a baby, the last thing you’d want to do is busy yourself with constantly wiping every surface.****Chadasha Bioresonance Centre provides biofeedback analysis of essential oils on each patient using an advance biotechnology device that is approved by FDA to test the outcome of each essential oil before creating a unique diffuser blend for each individual.
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