Sleep, everyone needs it & everyone wants more of it!
I dedicate this post to all sleep deprived Moms and the rest of you sleepless people looking for a few more zzzzzzz's :))
Let's start with the universal favorite, Lavender.
Most everyone recognizes that Lavender is calming and an active stress reducer but did you know Lavender can actually reduce levels of cortisol released into the body? This gentle, fragrant essential oil is my go-to sleep aid and I use it in various ways...
Diffuse, apply directly to bed linens and/or massage on the bottoms of your feet. Safe for children, adults and even rambunctious dogs and horses!
Lavender ~ Vetiver Blend
If you're looking for something with more sleep inducing octane, add Vetiver! A favorite blend in our family is this...
1 part Lavender
1 part Vetiver
Combined in a roller bottle!
{ For the kiddos, make a small adjustment by adding 1 part fractionated coconut oil }
The Hibernation Blend says, "come hither" to sleep!
Equal parts of Frankincense, Bergamot, Roman Chamomile and Vetiver, a restful combination of essential oils! Just looking at this combination relaxes me...
{ Remember to add 1 part fractionated coconut oil for kids under 6 }
You can find an assortment of glass roller bottles {HERE}.
Diffusing the Hibernation Blend is wonderful too!
zzzzzzz...
Is it NAPTIME yet?
Another W O N D E R F U L blend for relaxing small and large persons alike is the Peaceful Child Blend. I highly recommend diffusing this in your home an hour or two before bedtime!
This is my own rendition of Peaceful Child and as you can see, the blend calls for an investment of essential oils!
Deborah Gardner, the creator of Peaceful Child Blend would be happy to provide you with her beautiful blend for a reasonable price :)
She also has a beautiful website with extensive information on just how many ways this blend can help kids and adults alike with ADHD, ADD and a multitude of other issues...
Many, many families including my own depend on this blend for peace and calm in the home and at school.
Lavender & Marjoram
I pretty much have the greatest people visit Camp Wander, both the blog and Facebook page. I learn new things from these fabulous people everyday, this "Lullaby Blend" is one of them! Diane H. and Jill S. offered this brilliant EO combo up. Here's Jill's successful, secret blend!
Jill’s Sleepy Time Blend:
- 16 drops of lavender
- 16 drops of marjoram
- 30 drops of fractioned coconut oil
- Mix them into a 10ml roller bottle then apply to temples, chest, and behind ears before bedtime. This is also a wonderful blend to diffuse in any bedroom at night. Relax and enjoy a peaceful nights rest.
You can learn more about Jill's large family, fantastic Sleepy Time Blend, her secrets to keeping anxiety AND allergies under control all wrapped up with lots of her amazing photography {HERE}!
One more idea before I say goodbye...
Give the GIFT of Sleep!
Next baby shower, birthday for a nephew, niece or grand baby...have fun creating a Sleep Pack of Lullaby Blends, a gift that keeps on giving!
p.s. a package of cute stickers make the blends even more fun!
{ $1 at Walmart }
Rebecca
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