{"id":5759,"date":"2016-05-17T09:05:23","date_gmt":"2016-05-17T13:05:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-well.ca?p=5759"},"modified":"2018-07-25T19:22:55","modified_gmt":"2018-07-25T23:22:55","slug":"essential-oils-for-the-nursery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/essential-oils-for-the-nursery\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use Essential Oils for the Nursery"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_column_text]Essential oils can be a great addition to your baby’s nursery, but knowing which ones are baby-friendly is important! Here are some of our favourite tips for using essential oils for the nursery.<\/p>\n

Diffuser Blends<\/h5>\n

Our experts agree that diffusing essential oils is the safest option for babies under 3 months, and the right diffuser blend can be a welcome addition to nursery for little ones of any age. NOW Essential Oils’ Cheer Up Buttercup<\/a> and Peaceful Night<\/a> blends are great to create an uplifting or peaceful atmosphere in your baby’s nursery. Just add a few drops to your diffuser, and enjoy.<\/p>\n

Using Essential Oils Topically<\/h5>\n

Once baby is 3 months+, \u00a0you can start using some essential oils topically. Lavender<\/a>, Lemon<\/a>, and Tea Tree<\/a> oil are all safe for topical use when diluted with a carrier oil like coconut oil<\/a>, jojoba oil<\/a>, or sweet almond oil<\/a>. A good rule to follow for babies between 3 and 12 months is to dilute every 1-2 drops of essential oil in 2 tablespoons (or 30 ml) of carrier oil.<\/p>\n

Here are some of our favourite ways to use essential oils topically to give baby relief from some common ailments, from our friends at NOW Essential Oils<\/a>:<\/p>\n

Cough & Cold Relief<\/h4>\n

(3-12 mos)<\/p>\n