Essential Oil Reference Guide for Children

The use of essential oils in pregnancy is not recommended because there are not enough published studies to prove they are safe.  

It is recommended to only use Chamomile and Lavender on newborns. 

For a child that is between 2 months and 5 years you can add Mandarin, Neroli, Dill, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, Tangerine, Lemon.

Once a child reaches 5 years you can also add Peppermint, Rosemary, Geranium, Petitgrain and Lime to the list.

Make your own baby wipes.  Here a few of my favorite recipes:

 Recipe #1 - Vitamin E/Essential Oil Blend

• 2 Drops Tea Tree Oil
• 2 Drops Lavender Oil (DO NOT use synthetic oils.  Only pure essential oils)
• 2 Drops Chamomile Oil
• 2 Cups Water
• 1 Vitamin E Cap 

1. Cut open vitamin E caplet and squeeze into the water, and add Tea Tree,Lavendar and Chamomile oils.
2. Mix well in a spray bottle or your wipes box.
3. Spritz on wipe before using if in spray bottle. Swish solution around over wipes if using a wipes box.

Recipe #2 - Aloe Vera/Essential Oil

• 1/4 Cup Aloe Vera Gel
• 2 Drops Tea Tree Oil
• 2 Cups Hot Water 

1. Stir or shake until this recipe is well mixed. Don't use until the mixture cools.
2. Spritz on wipe before using if in spray bottle. Swish solution around over wipes if using a wipes box.