dōTERRA essential oils are safe to use on children, babies and even newborns. But you want to keep a few things in mind. Let’s start with essential oils for newborns.
When applying to newborns & infants consider diluting the oils because of the sensitive nature of their skin, a good ratio to start with is 1-2 drops of oil with 2 TBLS of fractionated coconut oil. Also chose some of the gentler oils like lavender, frankincense, melaleuca, ginger, lemon, orange, sandalwood, roman chamomile and one of my favorites, ylang ylang. Digestzen is also a excellent blend to use for tummy upsets. Be careful to keep the oils away from babies hands where they might be able to rub them in their eyes.
Possible uses:
Babies
COLDS Melaleuca, Lemon, or Lavender. Diffuse 2 drops of either at bedtime or during the day. Mix 1 drop of either with 1 TBL of a good carrier oil and massage the upper chest and back at each diaper change.
COLIC Mix 1 drop of Lavender with 1 TBL of a good carrier oil. Gently massage a few drops into the abdomen in a clockwise direction following the natural movement of the colon.
CONSTIPATION Lavender or Roman Chamomile. Add a drop of either to 1 TBL of good carrier oil and massage in a clockwise motion on the tummy.
COUGHING Mix 1 drop of Lavender with 1 TBL of a good carrier oil and rub a small amount on the chest and back.
CRYING Place a small drop of Lavender or Roman Chamomile on your hand or a tissue and just let the baby smell the oil.
DIARRHEA Mix 1 drop of Roman Chamomile with 1 TBL good carrier oil, gently massage 2-3 drops on the tummy in a clockwise motion following the natural movement of the colon.
DIAPER RASH Combine 1 drop of Chamomile and 1 drop of Lavender with 1 drop of whole milk. Add to baby’s bath water and swish around before bathing baby. Keep the oils away from baby’s eyes.
FEVER Mix 1 drop of Lavender with 1 TBL of quality carrier oil. Massage a small amount onto the bottoms of the feet and apply to the back of the neck and behind the ears, cover the feet with socks.
JAUNDICE Mix 1 drop of Geranium with 1TBL of quality carrier oil. Apply to the bottoms of feet and over the liver area. Do not apply oils within 1/2 hr before or after UVA treatment.
TEETHING Mix 1 drop of Roman Chamomile or Lavender with a TBL of quality carrier oil. Use a small amount to gently massage outside of the face along the jaw line.
TUMMY ACHE Mix 1 drop of Roman Chamomile and 1 drop of Wild Orange with 2 TBL of quality carrier oil. Add 1 Tsp of mixture to warm bath water, swishing around before bathing baby. Avoid getting oils in baby’s eyes.
Other essential oils commonly used on infants: Grapefruit, Lemon, & Tangerine
FDA Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. The recommendations above are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
Children:
COLDS Dilute 1-2 drops of Thyme or Lemon in 2 TBL of quality carrier oil and massage a little on neck and chest.
CONSTIPATION Dilute 1-2 drops of Rosemary, Ginger or Orange in a TBL of quality carrier oil and massage on stomach and feet.
CUTS & SCRAPES Add 5 drops of Lavender and 5 drops of Melaleuca to warm water, use to clean the wound. Apply 1 drop of Lavender to a band-aid and cover the wound. The Lavender may sting if applied directly.
EAREACHE Apply Melalueca and Lavender to the outside of ear or apply a of each to a cotton ball and set in the ear. Do not apply oils directly into the ear canal.
FEVER Dilute a drop of Lavender and a drop of Peppermint in 2 TBLS of quality carrier oil and massage a small amount on back of neck, behind the ears and on the back.
FLU Dilute 1 drop of Cypress or Lemon in an unscented bath gel and use in a warm bath.
MINOR BURNS Cool burn first with cold water. If the skin is not broken apply 2 drops of Lavender directly to the burn. If the skin is broken apply the Lavender on the perimeter of the burned area. Apply 5 drops of Lavender to a cold, DRY cloth and gently hold over burned area.
SUNBURN Add 5 drops of Lavender to 1 tsp of Aloe Vera and apply to sunburned area.
Other oils commonly used for children: Frankincense, Geranium, Sandalwood, Thyme and Ylang Ylang
FDA Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. The recommendations above are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
The bottoms of the feet are really one of the best places to apply oils. Interesting to me is that oils even as hot as oregano can be applied to the bottoms of the feet without discomfort. Be sure to put socks on to prevent getting these kinds of oils on other areas of the body that are more sensitive.
It is truly magical to be able to sooth a burn or calm a distraught child will these beautiful essential oils. They will learn to love them and look forward to their benefits from very early on.
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