MUST HAVE ESSENTIAL OILS FOR YOUR DIAPER BAG

As parents and mothers, we want what is best for our children. The more we can avoid toxins and chemicals around infants, the better. And here’s why: a baby’s skin is incredibly absorbent, and babies are more vulnerable to toxic chemicals because their immune systems are still developing.

Here are our top 5 essential oils we think every mother should have in their diaper bag:

Lavender

Lavender essential oil is perhaps the most popular oil out there, and for good reason! This sweet, floral oil is incredibly versatile and gentle on the skin, making it perfect for infants as well as adults. With Lavender as part of your diaper bag, you can experience its many benefits on the go with uses like these:

• Diffuse Lavender to help calm a fussy baby and promote sleep when nap time comes.
• Don’t have a diffuser? Dilute and apply Lavender to the bottom of your baby’s feet to promote calmness and help them fall asleep.
• Apply diluted Lavender to itchy or irritated bug bites to soothe discomfort.

Mandarin

Mandarin offers a bright, clean, and fresh aroma that helps inspire a more joyful mood and greater energy. Did you know that Mandarin is also a great oil for helping infants sleep? This makes it a great substitute for babies who do not like Lavender’s floral smell. By having Mandarin in your diaper bag, you and your baby can experience its benefits while you’re on the go. Try using Mandarin oil in ways such as these:

• Diffuse or apply diluted to the bottom of your baby’s feet to promote sleep and more joyful feelings if the baby gets fussy.

Chamomile

Chamomile is another floral oil that offers many similar benefits to Lavender, in addition to some of its own unique benefits.

• Diffuse, or apply to the bottom of your baby’s feet for another option of promoting restful sleep.
• Dilute and apply topically to the tummy if your baby experiences digestive upset while you are out and about.
• Dilute and apply to the bottom of the feet for times when your baby is fussy or upset while out to help promote feelings of calmness.

Sandalwood

This woodsy oil may not be the first thought for oils to use around infants, but it actually offers a wide variety of benefits.

• Dilute and apply to the bottom of your baby’s feet, or diffuse to help relieve congestion if your baby has a stuffy nose.
• Diffuse or dilute and apply to the bottom of the feet to help calm a fussy baby.
• Dilute and apply to the skin if you notice dry patches of skin

Having a baby is wonderful, but it brings a lot of responsibility to us parents. To help your baby stay healthy and happy, try incorporating essential oils into their routine, and keep oils in your diaper bag for instant use no matter where you are!