Getting back to school can create a bit of chaos in your home and a lot of emotions – especially during an uncertain time where schedules might be even more different than usual. We want to help you and your little ones get prepared and oil ready!!
School, especially the start of school, can be a time where our kids are not feeling confident. New things, new people, and new routines all tend to make some children a little wary. Today, we’re going to talk through ways we can support our littles as they transition into the new school year!
Before I get into it, I wanted to give a quick disclaimer. As a mama, be sure to do your research before using oils on your kids! IF your kids are below age two, be sure to check to make sure the oils are safe for your youngins. This is a class all for School Aged littles!
To kick things off, let’s dive into the three main ways we can use oils.
1.Topically
When oils are applied to the skin, they can be found in every single cell of your body within twenty minutes. They act quickly and powerfully. Your skin is an organ and applying oils to the skin allows for your body to absorb them and take them in. So how do you do that? Place drops of oils into a bowl, in a roller, or in your hand and add your carrier oil. Always dilute when applying oils on infants and children. When beginning topical use, it can be wise to start slowly on the bottoms of the feet and gradually test on other areas for sensitivity. The feet and chest, and back of the neck are the most common places we use oils on kids!
Mama Tips for Topical Application:
When starting with oils, use one at a time always diluted to avoid overloading their system. Slowly start to add in oils as they adjust.
+ Be aware of “Hot” oils such as Peppermint, Panaway, Thieves and Oregano. Hot oils feel icy/hot to the touch. This can cause irritation on the skin and these oils should always be avoided around the eyes. Be sure to not rub the eyes or around the eyes after applying hot oils. We always suggest diluting hot oils no matter the age.
2. Aromatic
Inhaling: Breathing in essential oils directly influences the control center of the brain, the hypothalamus. This area sends instructions through our body concerning sleep patterns, mood, behavior, appetite, and the release of certain hormones.
3. Diffusing:
This is an excellent method for purifying the air, boosting mood, and creating a healthy atmosphere. Follow the direction accompanying your diffuser, and always watch for the water line since an over-full diffuser may malfunction!
The Importance of Dilution
So how exactly do you “dilute” oils? Diluting is “watering down” the potency of essential oils (which is key for kids) by using a carrier oil. Here are my two favorite oils to make diluting your essential oils easy peasy:
+ Coconut Oil
Coconut oil comes from the flesh of the coconut and can be very nourishing to the skin. If you as a mom can use coconut oil without breakouts or dashing that may occur in some people (it has a tendency to clog pores) then feel free to use some as your carrier oil.
+ Young Living’s V6
This blend is super handy because it comes with a pump. You can set it next to your oils to create an “oils station” and be ready to go any moment. V6 contains coconut, sesame, grape, sweet almond, wheat germ, sunflower and olive oils.
Dilution Ratios
+ Toddler and Kiddos! Two – Six years old
Young Living suggests ¼ the labeled concentration for children ages 2-6.
+ Kids ages 7-11
Young Living suggests ½ the labeled concentration for this age range.
This is a great age for kids to start using their own blends. Mix up their favorite oil for school or the oils that you use on them daily in a roller bottle and send them on their way. Be sure to teach them oil safety and to apply oils to the feet first and always diluted.
+ Kids ages 12+
Young Living suggests full labeled concentration for kids ages 12+.
Whether you’re a homeschooling mama or you’re sending your kids off to school, or even a combo of both – helping them stay focused is so important!
A lot of children associate school and homework with a feeling of being overwhelmed. We want them to enjoy learning! We can do so much to promote a happy, focused learning environment with our oils. I start every day filling up our diffusers to help support the kids as we dive into school!
You can also apply these oils on the back of their necks, top of their head, and even the bottom of their feet! Remember that consistency is key with the use of essential oils – before long, kids will associate certain scents with times of focus and productivity. We use a lot of brain support oils and these have become our favorites!
We all want to be proactive with our kiddos so that we can stay ahead of germs! This blend is great to have in our tool kit and use AHEAD of time!
Oils are different then what we are used to. Instead of starting to use them when we feel something coming on, we need to be using them daily to support our systems. Make this a priority to add into your daily routine, it’s worth it!
+Thieves // Mom’s best friend.
Thieves is a blend of essential oils specifically designed to support the body’s immune system health.
+Roll onto bottom of the feet daily.
+Diffuse after school.
+Diffuse during the winter when germs hit.
- wake up: 3 citrus fresh + 3 peppermint
- pep in your step: 3 valor + 3 peppermint
- back on track: 3 drops Stress Away + 1 drop Jade Lemon
- fresh pencils: 2 Vetiver + 2 Cedarwood + 1 Frankincense
- in the zone: 3 drops Lavender + 1 drop Vetiver + 1 drop Cedarwood
- pop quiz: 3 drops Lavender + 2 drops Peace and Calming
- focus: Vetiver + Cedarwood + GeneYus + Brain Power
- belly rumbles: DiGize + Peppermint (or get the KidScents TummyGize)
- tantrum tamer:
- immunity boost: 8 drops of Thieves
- good nights rest: 3 drops Lavender+4 drops Cedarwood+3 drops Orange
- belly butterflies: 5 drops of Valor +5 drops Tangerine or Orange
I purchased fractionated coconut oil + 5ml and 10ml roller bottles off of amazon to make these to equip Cole for school. he will keep these in his backpack and use them throughout the day as needed.
amazon favorites found here
Combined with our favorite products from the Kids line, like MightyPro, MightyVites, and the KidScents essential oils, you have a winning combination for your little loved one!
KidScents MightyVites: include a full range of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and phytonutrients that deliver whole-food multinutrient support to your child’s general health and well-being. Following in the footsteps of the recent Master Formula reformulation, MightyVites benefit from Orgen-kids, a nutrient-dense, food-based superfruit, plant, and vegetable complex. Free of preservatives and artificial colors and flavors, these delicious, berry-flavored chewables give your children full nutritional support
KidScents MightyPro: is a unique, synergistic blend of prebiotics and probiotics in a supplement specially formulated for children. Packaged in easy, one-dose packets that can be taken almost anywhere you go, this supplement features over 8 billion active, live cultures to support digestive and immune health
KidScents Unwind: perfect addition to your bedtime routine. it’s no surprise kids’ minds and bodies don’t always want to settle down at the end of the day. Help ease overstimulation with KidScents Unwind! This simple supplement features calming superstars like L-theanine, 5-HTP, and magnesium that are must-haves for bringing a sense of chill when energy is high (suggested ages 4+)
Ningxia Red: our kids LOVE NingXia Red and ask for it everyday! Instead of sugary juices or soda, let’s give our kids something we can feel great about! I love seeing how they have benefitted from their daily, antioxidant-rich NingXia! You can start with as little as you want with your kids, it took a few times for them to like the flavor but now they truly crave it! It’s amazing to see how their taste buds adapt as they try new things!
a few must haves for the backpack
thieves hand sanitizer: this germ-fighting solution is great for the whole family. Infused with soothing aloe vera gel and the cleansing properties of 100 percent pure Thieves® blend and Peppermint essential oil, Thieves Hand Sanitizer effectively eliminates common, harmful germs and bacteria. As a bonus, this lightweight formula leaves hands soft and smells divine.
thieves spray: quick and convenient, Thieves Spray is a portable essential oil spray ideal for cleaning small surfaces. Just one small spray freshens counters, sinks, door handles, toilets, and more using only naturally derived, plant-based ingredients and the powerful spicy-citrus scent of Thieves essential oil blend. Safe to use around children and the perfect size to throw in a purse, backpack, or luggage, a bottle of Thieves Spray is ideal to keep with you wherever you go!
Dream Catcher Essential Oil:
If you seem to sleep restlessly, wake often, and find yourself with dreams and night terrors difficult to harness and release, this will be a blend you want to consider to process your emotions while sleeping! Dream Catcher is composed of Sacred Sandalwood, Tangerine, Ylang Ylang, Jasmine, Blue Tansy, Rose, Ocotea, and other essential oils—each sourced according to Young Living’s Seed to Seal commitment to purity and sustainability
DIY Pillow Spray:
Pinch of Epsom Salt (salt helps to disperse the oil)
2-4 oz water
4-8 drops Lavender
Mix together in a glass spray bottle. Spray on your pillow/linens before bed.
Sleepy Oil Blend:
1 cup carrier oil (coconut oil, V6 from YL, grapeseed, etc) or Organic Unscented Lotion
5 drops Lavender
5 drop Cedarwood
You can mix this together and keep it in a glass jar to use at bedtime. To mix as needed, just add 1 drop of each essential oil into the palm of your hand to apply during your bedtime routine. You can even fill up a roller bottle for easy application!
Diffuser Ideas: 5-10 drops total
Peace & Calming
Lavender & Cedarwood & Stress Away
Valor or Valor 2
White Angelica & Orange
ready to grab some of these products for easy transitions? click this link and select the products you’d like!
