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This reference shows how essential oils can help parents raise healthier, happier children. Chapters cover every age from newborn to teen with aromatherapy remedies for typical problems--from diaper rash to bedwetting to asthma. The book features information for pregnant mothers and physically challenged children and appendices with reference charts, safety data, and supplier information. This is a valuable book for every concerned parent.

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Baths Amounts touse*

Run the bath as usual, then add the teaspoon of diluted essential oil, and swishthe water around. Shut the door to keep the aroma in the bathroom. Useessential oils diluted in a small amount of vegetable oil, milk, or diluted milkpowder.

In baths, diluted essential oils are gentler on children’s delicate skin.

Dilute in 2teaspoons or 10ml. of vegetableoil:

Newborn–6 months

1 drop,anduse ¼thisamount

6 months–2 years

1 drop,anduse ½thisamount

2–5 years

1–2drops,anduse ½thisamount

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6–10years

1–3drops

11 andover

1–4drops

* Unless followinginstructionselsewhere in thisbook.

Body Oil or Body Rub Amount touse*

Use the body oil or body rub like a body lotion — just smooth it on the skin. Forsuggested well-being blends, see Caring Touch Massage on page 31.

If using one single essential oil, just add it to the base, vegetable, oil already inthe bottle. If using two or more essential oils, put them into the empty bottle first,mix them well, by rolling the bottle between your hands, and then pour in thevegetable oil — up to the “shoulder” (not as far as the neck of the bottle), androll again.

See Blending on pages 23–27.

Dilute in 1 ounceof vegetable oil:

Newborns 0–1drop

2–6months

1–2drops

6–12months

1–3drops

1–4 years 1–5drops

5–7 years 3–6drops

8–12years

5–9drops

12 yearsand over

5–10drops

*Unlessfollowinginstructionselsewhere inthis book.

Clothing Amount touse*For childrenover 2 yearsonly:

1 drop

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Some essential oils will leave a mark on material, so only use this method if theclothes aren’t valuable. It’s a useful method to keep insects at bay. Put neat(undiluted) essential oil or diluted spray on socks, shoes, the bottoms of shorts,skirts, or trouser legs, or on the collar, sleeves, or cuffs of shirts and tops.

This method is also useful for students who want to inhale a concentration-enhancing aroma when they’re taking an exam — put it on the cuff of a long-sleeved shirt.

*Unlessfollowinginstructionselsewhere inthe book.

Compress Amount to use*

Put ½ pint of water in a bowl, and add the essential oil (alternatively,use hydrolats or essential oil waters.

For children over 2 yearsonly:

2–4 dropsPut the compress material in the water and leave it to soak for a shortwhile. Then squeeze out the excess water, and place the compress overthe area.Hold or tie it in place.Eye compresses should only be made with hydrolats or waters takingcare that no substance gets into the eye.Always use 100 percent natural material for the compress, unbleachedif possible, and large enough to cover the affected area when foldedseveral times.Compresses can be used hot, warm, tepid, cool, or cold. Warmthincreases the flow of blood to an area, cold restricts the flow of bloodto an area.

*Unless followinginstructions elsewhere inthe book.

Cotton Swab (Q-tip) Amount to use*

Put the undiluted essential oil (neat) onto a wet cotton bud,and apply directly to the affected area.

For children over 2 years only:

1 drop*Unless following instructions

elsewhere in this book.

Diffusers/Burners Amount touse*

Diffusers/burners are two-tier objects, with a top bowl-like section for putting thewater and essential oil, and a lower section for the tea-light candle which heats thewater above. Put warm water in the upper bowl, light the candle below, then place

Up to 2years

1–2drops

2–5years

1–3drops

6–10 1–4

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your chosen essential oil/s onto the water. years drops11 andover

1–5drops

As the candle heats the water, the essential oils and water evaporate. Keep an eyeon diffusers to make sure the water does not evaporate before the candle goes out.If the water level is looking low, top it off with more warm water.Diffusers are usually made of ceramic or glass. If ceramic, make sure the water-bowl area is glazed — so you can wipe it with a cloth between use and clear awayany gooey residue.There are also electrical diffusers/burners, with no candle section. Make sure youdo not leave these plugged in after the water has evaporated.

Nebulizers or oil vaporizers put a continuous fine spray of essential oil into theatmosphere. They were designed for clinical use and should not be used at homefor children as the quantities of essential oil emitted and inhaled are far too high.

*Unlessfollowinginstructionselsewhere inthis book.

Dressings Amountto use*

This method is used to help stop the spread of infection and to promote woundhealing. The essential oil is put directly onto the dressing that is covering the affectedarea — such as Band-Aids (the inner, fabric part), or lint and gauze dressing. Leavethe essential oil to dry before applying. This will prevent it stinging, but it will still beeffective.

6 monthsand overonly:

6 monthsand overonly:

1–2 drops

*Unlessfollowinginstructionselsewhere inthis book.

Face Oils Amount to use*

Face oils should only be used if there is a conditionthat requires it.

Avoid the eye, mouth, and nose areas.

Dilute in ½ ounce of almond oil:

6 months–2 years 1 drop3–5 years 1–3 drops6–10 years 1–4 drops11 and over 1–6 drops

*Unless following instructions elsewhere inthis book.

Foot Baths Amount to use*

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Fill a large bowl with warm water and add 1 teaspoon of dilutedessential oil, swishing it around before placing the feet in the bowl.

Dilute in 1 teaspoon ofvegetable oil:2–5 years 1 drop

6–10 1–2drops

11 years andover

1–3drops

*Unless followinginstructions elsewhere inthis book.

Humidifiers Amount to use*

Add the essential oil to the water in the humidifier. Any age: 1–4 drops perpint of water

Essential oils can leave a sticky residue.This should not be a problem with the type of humidifier that hangs overradiators.However, the more complex electrical types should be assessed beforeuse, to see whether any sticky essential oil residue might damage yourmachine.

*Unless followinginstructions elsewhere inthis book.

Inhalation Amount to use*

Tissue or Handkerchief Method

Put the essential oil onto a paper tissue or cotton handkerchief, andsniff from it when required.

2 years and over only: 1–2 drops

*Unless followinginstructions elsewhere inthis book.

Pillow Method

This method is usually used to assist breathing or sleeping. Put theessential oil on a corner of the pillow, on the underside, away from theeyes.

Some essential oils stain material, so use an old pillowcase.

Alternatively, put the essential oil on a cotton ball and put it inside thepillowcase, away from the eyes.

6 months and over: 1–2drops

This should not be a problem with the type of humidifier that hangs overradiators.However, the more complex electrical types should be assessed beforeuse, to see whether any sticky essential oil residue might damage yourmachine.

*Unless followinginstructions elsewhere inthis book.

P.J.s Method (Pajamas) 6 months and over: 1drop

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Before your child is ready for bed, put a drop of essential oil on thepajamas and allow it to dry.

Put it at the back of the collar or on the inside of the chest.*Unless followinginstructions elsewhere inthis book.

Lotions, Creams, and Gels Amount to use*

Essential oils can be diluted in materials other than vegetable oils.Use nonper-fumed lotion, cream, or gel, made of natural materials.

Add the required number of essential oil drops suitable for the age ofthe child, and mix well.

Dilute in 1 ounce of lotion:Newborns 0–1 drops2–6 months 0–1 drops6–12 months 1–2 drops1–4 years 1–5 drops5–7 years 3–6 drops8–12 years 5–9 drops12 years andover

5–10drops

*Unless followinginstructions elsewhere inthis book.

Room Sprays Amount to use*Put the warm water in a new plant-mister, and add the essential oil. Shake itvigorously, then spray high into the air. Avoid spraying over anything thatcould be damaged by the water droplets falling on it, such as woodenfurniture or delicate materials.

3 months and overonly: 10 drops toeach ½ pint oflukewarm water

*Unless followinginstructionselsewhere in thisbook.

Showers Amount to use*Only use the essential oils of camomile, lavender, or geranium withthis method.

Put the essential oil on a dry wash cloth, wet it thoroughly with water,then wipe the washcloth over the body while the shower is running.

5 years and over only: 1–2drops

Avoid the face and genital areas.*Unless followinginstructions elsewhere inthis book.

Sponging Down Amount to use*1–5 years 1–2 drops

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Put 2 pints of warm or lukewarm water in a bowl. Add the essentialoil, and swish around well. Use the water to sponge down your child.

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Wash Amount to use*Put the water in a bottle, add the essential oils, and shake well.Then pour though a paper coffee-filter and rebottle.

1 year and over only: 20 dropsin a pint of warm water

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Put a pint of boiling water into a heat-proof bowl and take it to theroom where it is needed. Add the essential oil to the steaming water.

Place the bowl in an area of the room where children and animalscannot reach it.

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6–10 years 1–4drops

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Also add to the bath. Swish thewater around well before thechild gets in.

Mix the followingessential oils in 1 cupbicarbonate of soda:

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To help the child get agood night’s sleep put adrop or two of camomileroman or lavender on acorner of their pillow — onthe underside, away fromeyes.

If neither of these help, tryneroli essential oil, whichis sometimes effective whenthe others are not.

If your child’s eyes are sore, place a cool wetcloth over them. You can also make acamomile roman tea, or a camomile hydrolatand use one of them for the compress water.Make sure you squeeze the compress out well,and that your child keeps their eyes closed.

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Warm baths will help make your child feelbetter. Add 4 drops of the following mix to 1teaspoon vegetable oil and add to the bathwater.

3 drops ravensara5 drops mandarin

This makes enough for two baths.

Sore Throat Gargle Mix DiffuserOnly use this method if your child is old enough tospit the water out after the gargle. It will help ease asore throat.

First using the tea method, make a tea using lemonand geranium essential oil.

For the gargle, put the following in a small glass ofwater:

1 teaspoon lemon and geranium tea½ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vinegar

Stir well, and have the child gargle with this. Makesure they spit it out afterward. Repeat three times aday.

To help your child sleep well, use the followingessential oils in a diffuser in the child’s bedroom asthey go to sleep.

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Make tea with fresh peppermint herband root ginger. Slice a small pieceof fresh ginger and some pieces offresh mint. Add boiling water, cover,and leave to brew for at least 10minutes. Bottle when cooled.

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Into one ounce sesame seed oil, mix the following:

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Rub a small amount of the mix over the child’s backand stomach area. Cover with a warm, dry compressuntil cool. Then massage a small amount of plainsesame oil over the stomach only. Use for no longerthan one week.

To help soothe thearea, bathe theanus with a smallamount of thefollowing:

First mix together: ½ ounce aloe veragel½ ounce camomilewater½ ounce lavenderwater Then add: 2 drops lavender1 drop cardamom Mix well, andsoothe a smallamount around theanus after usingthe bathroom.

In one teaspoonvegetable oil mix thefollowing:

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Body Rub BathsA massage over theback and upper chestcan make breathingless difficult.

Use a small amount ofthe following mix eachtime:

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Dilute 3 drops of the pneumonia mix in ½ teaspoon vegetable oil. If yourchild is 7 years of age or over, use the entire amount. If your child is 6 orunder, use half this amount. Add to the bath water, and swish around wellbefore your child gets in.

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5 drops pneumoniamix above5 drops cinnamon

If you use a diffuser,do not leave it in yourchild’s roomovernight.

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Put 1–2 drops pneumonia mix on pillows, under the corner, away from theeyes.

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This method is particularly helpful if yourchild is hot and sticky

Prepare a bowl of lukewarm, notcold, water, to which you’veadded 2 drops lavender. Soak asponge, squeeze it out, and use towipe down your child’s body.

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This method has been a favorite with Europeans forgenerations.

Prepare with the following:

1 bowl of lukewarm water2 tablespoons vinegar3 drops lavender

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A cool shower will help relieve the itching. Putthe following essential oils onto a wet washcloth:

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Bath #2 add:4 drops bergamot

Bath #3 add:1 drop spikenard

Bath #4 add:2 drops lavender

Oil Bath Bicarbonate BathUse half of this mix in a bath:

1 teaspoon almond oil1 drop lavender1 drop bergamot1 drop geranium1 drop camomile roman

Swish the water around wellbefore your child gets in.

First add the following essential oils to 1 cup bicarbonate ofsoda:

2 drops lavender1 drop camomile german

Mix in well with a spoon, then add to the bath water. Swish thewater around well before your child gets in.

Skin Oil No. 1 Skin Oil No. 2Smooth a small amount over the patches of dry,flaky skin. Mix together well:

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Use 4 drops only. Swish the water around wellbefore the child gets in.

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Put a bowl ofsteaming waterin the child’sroom, and addthe followingessential oils:

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Ensure the bowlis out of reach ofchildren andpets.

An older child can use the inhalation method.Make up the mix of essential oils to the left, anduse 4 drops in a bowl of steaming water. Thechild should inhale this, leaning over the bowlwith their head covered, mouth and eyes closed.

Menthol crystals — available from drug stores— can also be used in this inhalation.

If the sinuses are really badand your child can find norelief, the very steamyatmosphere of a bathroom mayhelp. The child should not getin the bath.

Run a very hot bath, and keepthe door closed. Have the childsit in the bathroom — not in thebath — and inhale the steamthrough their nose.

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First mix the following essential oils together:

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Forehead Oil Tissue PillowPut a tiny amount of the following mix on onefingertip and smooth it over the forehead andnose, being careful to avoid the eye area:

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With a tissue, gently dab off any excess oilwhich has not soaked into the skin.

Put 1 drop ofthe sinusitismix on a tissue.

Give it to yourchild to inhaleduring the day.

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10 drops thyme linalol10 drops ravensara10 drops niaouli

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From the TB mix, take double the number ofdrops recommended for your child’s age onpages 15–31, and add to:

½ ounce vegetable oilUse the oil to rub over the whole of yourchild’s body, twice a day. This amount willbe enough for several applications,depending on the size of your child.

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Apply warmcompressesover yourchild’s back,just above thewaist line.Put ½ pintwarm water ina bowl and

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Put 1 drop of the mix on atissue and give it to your childto sniff.

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1 teaspoon vegetable oil:

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Add the diluted oil to the bath water,and swish around well before yourchild gets in.

Use a small amount of the followingmix, over the chest and back, beforesleep every night:

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First mix the following:

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Steaming Bowls PillowPut 10 drops of the whoopingcough mix in a small bowl ofsteaming hot water. Place thebowl in your child’s room,somewhere out of reach ofchildren and pets. Keep the doorclosed.

At night, put 2 drops of the whoopingcough mix on your child’s pillow — onthe underside, away from their eyes. Itmay stain, so use an old pillowcase. Tohelp with the coughing, prop your childupright on lots of extra pillows.

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