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Best Essential Oil Diffuser Blends for Kids

Kids essential oil diffuser.

  Kids Diffuser Blends are perfect for adding a little scent to your home. These scented oils blend well in any type of diffuser and are safe for all ages. This post was published in December 2018 and updated in September 2022 Kids' diffuser blends come in many different scents, so there's something for everyone! And depending on who you ask in our home, the diffuser is as important as the fragrance coming out of the machine! With the wide variety of diffuser designs … [Read more...]

DIY Hair Detangler Spray

Hair detangler spray in a green glass spray bottle in a wicker mat resting on dried lavender sprigs.

Simple homemade hair detangler for kids and adults. This recipe may not be for everyone (talking to my fellow pin-straight hair comrades). Still, for the vast majority that will benefit from a hair detangler, this recipe is made with natural ingredients and at a fraction of the cost, which makes this DIY detangler spray a no-brainer. This post was originally published October 16, 2018 As with most all of the recipes, hacks, and informational posts I write, they get good use by me - this … [Read more...]

Bedtime Baby Lotion

Gentle homemade baby lotion on white marble vanity with a decorative flower towel

Homemade baby lotion is exactly what every parent needs to have on hand for the nighttime routine. Made with soothing ingredients and calming essential oils, this sleep rub is perfect for a healthy night's sleep. Is bedtime a struggle in your home? My kids always seem to get their second wind just as the bedtime routine begins. This homemade bedtime baby lotion is the perfect lotion to rub on your child before bed to promote a good night's sleep. Having a bedtime routine can be very … [Read more...]

Top 6 Roller Bottle Recipes for Kids

top 6 roller bottles for kids

Learn how to make the top 6 roller bottle recipes for kids, with recipes ranging from helping with growing pains to improving the mood. Each recipe includes a colorful, easy-to-read printable label to put on your roller bottle, so you and your child know what is in each one. Making essential oil recipes for roller bottles is a great way to apply diluted essential oils to the skin safely and easily. Rollerball bottles are also excellent travel storage containers and are a great, cheap way … [Read more...]

DIY Hand Sanitizer Spray

diy hand sanitizer spray in glass bottle with cinnamon sticks and orange slices on white table

DIY hand sanitizer spray is something that everyone needs to have on hand. This essential oil hand sanitizer spray is so simple to make and works just as well as the store-bought kind. It is made with ONLY 2 all-natural ingredients.  It was recently brought to my attention that I didn't have my DIY hand sanitizer spray on my blog. I had to double (even triple) check because I didn't believe the reader who told me this. It turns out she was right!  How did I miss this one? … [Read more...]

Tips on Flying with Kids

Traveling with kids can be difficult, stressful, and scary. After flying with my toddlers on a long-haul flight, I am going to share my tips on flying with kids. My younger sister has a travel blog, so needless to say, she does a lot of traveling. She had a trip planned to Malibu and invited me along. Ummm, ok, I would love to go, but did you forget that I have 4 little perfectly behaved (that may be a bit of a stretch, but I was trying to sell this) cute children?!  She remembered, and … [Read more...]

5 Tips to Make Back to School Easier

essential oil roller bottle on table

Back to school can be a stressful time for parents and the child. Let's discuss 5 tips to make back to school easier as we transition out of summer. Plus, 5 essential oil roller bottles for kids going back to school. Whether you go to private school, or public school, making the transition from summer can be tough — so many emotions for all parties and as a mom. I want to share these 5 tips on how to make back to school easier.  PIN IT FOR LATER  #1 PREPARE THE NIGHT … [Read more...]

How to Use Essential Oils on Kids

essential oil storage box

Learn how to use essential oils around kids safely and effectively, as well as which oils to avoid, how to properly dilute essential oils, and the best diffuser blends for kids. As a mama, I couldn't imagine life without my essential oils.  I just counted over 10 oils we have used today alone, and I am sure I am missing some.   Using essential oils on kids can be very safe if you are following a few safety rules and guidelines. This post contains affiliate links, which means … [Read more...]

All Natural Baby Wipes Recipe

homemade baby wipes

Learn how to make all-natural baby wipes with this quick and easy recipe. Gentle enough for your baby's delicate skin and, of course, naturally scented with pure essential oils. You know by now my love for natural products in my home. And with so many products claiming to be "natural," it's hard to tell what it really is without reading the back of every label. The good news is making homemade baby wipes is simple, as I'll show you in this simple recipe below. And if you prefer … [Read more...]

Simple Healthy Lunch Ideas for Kids

kid lunch on plate.

I am excited to share a few simple and healthy lunch ideas for kids. These are kid-approved, easy to make, and completely healthy to keep your little one growing strong. This post was requested by several of my subscribers on youtube, and I was really excited to add it to the list of blog posts.  I love getting ideas from my followers; it is you I am writing for!  I have 4 children, and feeding them feels like a full-time job most days.  As soon as I am done getting one … [Read more...]

10 Tips to Get Picky Kids to Eat Healthy

Follow along for 10 proven tips to get your picky child to try something new and eat healthier.

Do you struggle to get your child to eat healthy, try new things, or even eat at all?  Keep reading for 10 tips to get picky kids to eat healthy and to make your mealtimes easier. I am by no means an expert at parenting.  In fact, most of the time, I feel very inadequate.  After being a mom for 6 years, there is one thing I figured out for sure: BEING A MOM IS HARD!  They throw me for a curve almost daily; as soon as I think I figured something out, it changes.  I … [Read more...]

10 Ideas for a Healthier Easter Basket

Easter Morning Basket filled with playdough and plastic eggs.

Top 10 ideas for a healthier Easter Basket and fun things to fill your Easter eggs with this year. Healthy treats and prizes that all kids will love! I hate how most holidays are centered around unhealthy food, especially for kids.  Somehow sugary, dye-filled candies have become the center of everything.  With a little creativity and wholesome ingredients, your kids can still enjoy all the holidays.  My mom always went all out on every holiday. She handmade our Halloween … [Read more...]

How to Make Healthy Suckers

healthy homemade sucker.

These suckers are perfect for Easter or any occasion!  Dye-free, refined sugar-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free suckers for kids. My kids and I had recently come up with a healthy popsicle recipe. Now with Easter just around the corner, we have been busy in the kitchen trying to perfect a healthy sucker recipe. We tried several different variations of natural sugars, liquid, and cook time. Finally, we got one that looked like a lollipop, and the kids totally approved!  Because … [Read more...]

Healthy Sugar Free Jello for Easter

sugar free strawberry jello.

This healthy sugar-free jello is perfect for Easter.  It is paleo-approved, dye-free, and your kids won't even notice the difference. It is no secret that we do things a little bit differently over here, but that doesn't mean my kids are deprived.  In fact, I try to let them have all the same things other kids have, just a different version.  Feeding my children a healthy diet is very important to me, but I still love to spoil them and give them lots of treats.  Making … [Read more...]

How to Make All Natural Baby Wash

Bottle of castile soap for making baby wash

This simple all-natural baby wash recipe is made for babies with sensitive skin, but great for all skin types. Free of synthetic ingredients this foaming body wash is perfect for both your baby's hair and body. Baby's skin is very delicate and soft; therefore, using a gentle bath wash is very important. You can buy natural options, but I found that making my own is cheaper and it is simple to make. With a few ingredients, you can whip up this baby wash in just a couple of minutes.  We … [Read more...]

Calming Bath Salts for Kids | Several Variations

calming bath salts for kids in small pouch.

  Learn how to make calming bath salts for kids with a few simple ingredients. Use this as part of your child's bedtime routine to calm, relax, and promote a better night's sleep.   Get access to my online resource library for your free printable label. It is funny to think back to our daily routine when I only had one child.  My, have things changed since then!  Certain things a mom of 4 just can't keep up with were the things that caused so much stress … [Read more...]

Essential Oils for Little Tummies

Learn which essential oils are best for your child's tummy discomfort—diluting essential oils for kids.    Unfortunately, sickness, bumps, and bruises are part of the whole parenting thing.  If you have youngsters, you know how awful it can be to have a sick baby or hurt child. I love having natural remedies on hand to help calm my babies. Whether they aren't feeling their best or are just having a bad day, they sure do come in handy. Young children can have … [Read more...]

Simple Homemade Play Dough with Aromatherapy Benefits

Simple Homemade Play Dough 3

Simple homemade playdough recipe with aromatherapy benefits and the best essential oil blends for kids. Get access to my online resource library here. With four little kids running around, we spend very little time inside.  Being inside just feels chaotic.  As soon as the fights begin or something is getting destroyed, we head straight outside.  The open space, the fresh air, and the millions of ride-on toys are just what my kids need. One of the many reasons I love … [Read more...]

Immune Boosting Gummy Bears

Immune Boosting Gummy Bears

These immune-boosting gummy bears are loaded with vitamins and taste delicious. Learn how to make these kid-approved gummy bears, plus 4 other flavors.  Get access to my online resource library here for your free printable recipe cards. Every fall, I make elderberry syrup for my family to boost our immune systems.  It's loaded with vitamins A, B, and C making it great for stimulating the immune system and keeping us healthy throughout cold and flu season.  I shared my elderberry syrup … [Read more...]

Natural Relief For Ear Discomfort

Onion and garlic on wooden table to use to relieve ear discomfort.

Learn simple, natural ways to relieve ear discomfort in children and adults. Ear discomfort can be caused by a number of different things, from minor pressure changes to nasal obstruction. Try any one of these 5 ear discomfort relief hacks for both children and adults for soothing relief. Please note, these are not meant to be a cure-all or treatment for infections. Always check with your doctor before "treating" any type of irritation in the ear. Most ear irritations happen in younger … [Read more...]

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