Whooping cough is a very contagious respiratory condition caused by the Bordetella pertussis bacteria, which is why it is often referred to as pertussis. It is characterized by a distinctive high-pitched hacking cough, like a “whoop”, that occurs when the child tries to breathe in after coughing. The coughing is uncontrollable and quite severe and […]
Infants and Children
Does Tea Tree Oil Kill Lice?
Almost everyone has, at one time or another, experienced an infestation of lice whether it was from sharing things at school or catching it from your child who brought the little beasties home. In any case, having lice is a rather unpleasant experience since no one likes the idea of creepy crawly things living on […]
12 Essential Oil Recipes for Babies
It’s all too easy to delve deep into essential oils and their amazing healing properties and feel a bit overwhelmed. There’s just so many to choose from and so many things that each one can do that it can be really hard to narrow down the best oils for your needs. Throw your baby’s needs […]
The Best Essential Oils for Back to School
School is once again just around the corner and with comes feelings of excitement, nervousness, apathy, stress, and a whole slew of other emotions and “school” related conditions. But no matter which one has its grip on your child, I’ve got a few essential oils that will help hone their focus, buffer their immunity, release […]
Essential Oils That are Safe During Pregnancy and Nursing
The use of essential oils during pregnancy and while nursing is a controversial topic to say the least. There hasn’t been a ton of research or studies mainly because no one has come up with a safe method for testing on pregnant women and infants, and frankly, who wants to risk their unborn child or […]
How to Use Essential Oils Safely for Babies and Children
Using essential oils safely is not only important for adults but especially so for babies and children. As parents, the path to a more holistic and natural lifestyle can often mean navigating most ailments on your own or through the wisdom of others. Sometimes this can be really tricky! Some say EVERY oil is safe […]