Young Living Oils and Kiddos by 4m.michelle

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W H AT Y O U ’ L L F I N D I N T H I S SWEET LITTLE BOOK THE LITTLE PRINT �� 3 HOW TO YOU USE OILS ON YOUR LITTLES �� 4 TOPICALLY �� 4 AROMATICALLY �� 4 INGESTING �� 4 NOT ALL ESSENTIAL OILS ARE MADE THE SAME �� 5 DILUTING OILS FOR YOUR KIDDOS �� 6 DILUTING OILS �� 7 QUICK DILUTION REFERENCE �� 7 BABIES: ONE DAY TO TWO YEARS �� 8 TODDLER & KIDDOS: TWO TO SIX �� 9 KIDDOS: SEVEN TO ELEVEN ��10 KIDS: TWELVE+ ��11 HOW TO USE YOUR PREMIUM STARTER KIT OILS FOR YOUR KIDS ��12 SOME OF OUR FAVORITE KIDDO RECIPES ��13 MONSTER BE-GONE SPRAYS ��15 KIDSCENTS® OILS & OTHER PRODUCTS ��16 OILS ��16 KIDSCENTS® BODIES ��16 KIDSCENTS® VITAMINS ��17 THANK YOU ��18 NEXT STEPS ��18

THE LITTLE PRINT Suggestions in this sweet little book are specific to Young Living products and should not be used with any other essential oils. Statements made have not been evaluated by the FDA. This information and these products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Anyone suffering from a disease or injury should consult a physician. If your sweet littles are currently taking medication for something, please keep giving it to them. We do not take the place of your health care professional, please ask him/her about your child’s medications and possible interactions oils may have with what they are currently taking. And finally, make sure to test ALL oils in a small area before rubbing them all over your child’s little body. Every child is different, and not all of our beautiful oils will react the same on each body. Lastly, have fun with this new adventure, it’s sure to be a great one.

HOW TO USE OILS ON YOUR LITTLES T O P I C A L LY R u b b i n g o n : P l a c e d r o p s o f o i l s i n t o a b o w l , i n a r o l l e r, o r i n y o u r h a n d and add a carrier oil of choice. Always dilute when applying oils on infants and children. When beginning topical use, it can be wise to start slowly on the bottoms of the feet and gradually test on other areas for s e n s i t i v i t y.

A R O M AT I C A L LY Inhaling: Breathing in essential oils directly influences the control center of the brain, the hypothalamus. This area sends instructions through your c h i l d â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s b o d y c o n c e r n i n g s l e e p p a t t e r n s , m o o d , b e h a v i o r, a p p e t i t e , a n d t h e release of certain hormones. D i f f u s i n g : T h i s i s a n e x c e l l e n t m e t h o d f o r p u r i f y i n g t h e a i r, b o o s t i n g mood, and creating a healthy atmosphere. Follow the direc tions that a c c o m p a n y y o u r d i f f u s e r, a n d a l w a y s w a t c h f o r t h e w a t e r l i n e s i n c e a n over-full diffuser may not work as it should.

INGESTING A d d i n g t o f o o d o r d r i n k s : Yo u n g L i v i n g h a s a V i t a l i t y T M l i n e o f o i l s ( t h e s e a r e t h e w h i t e - l a b e l e d o i l s ) t h a t a r e s a f e t o i n g e s t . Yo u c a n u s e t h e m t o cook , bake or flavor dr inks for your littles. We would suggest waiting until you have tried the oils topically or aromatically first to ensure your k iddo doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have any sensitivities.

NOT ALL ESSENTIAL OILS ARE MADE THE SAME From one mom to another - we promise you, they aren’t. I n f a c t , o v e r 9 0 % o f t h e o i l s t h a t a r e s o l d a s “e s s e n t i a l ” i n America are food or fragrance grades and are NOT suitable for wellness applications. To d a t e , t h e e s s e n t i a l o i l i n d u s t r y ( c a t e g o r i z e d a s h e a l t h , w e l l n e s s , a n d b e a u t y ) i s a l m o s t c o m p l e t e l y u n r e g u l a t e d ... m e a n i n g A N Y O N E c a n s l a p terms like “ Therapeutic Grade” or “100% pure essential oil” on their label without ANY validation required. Unfortunatly there are lots of companies making BIG money by cutting co r n e r s a n d s e l l i n g co n s u m e r s l ow q u a l i t y e s s e n t i a l o i l s e ve r y s i n g l e d ay. Even the oils on the shelf of your local health food store may be diluted, synthesized, or have added chemicals/binders/fillers in them. A s p a r e n t s i t ’s s o i m p o r t a n t t o u n d e r s t a n d w h a t ’s i n t h e p r o d u c t s t h a t we put on our kiddos (or on us). Don’t let a label fool you. Do your research on the company to see how they process and cultivate their oils.

W H AT M A K E S Y O U N G L I V I N G S O D I F F E R E N T F i r s t , Yo u n g L i v i n g h a s b e e n t h e l e a d e r i n t h e e s s e n t i a l o i l i n d u s t r y s i n c e 1993, and we place great value in producing the highest grade of essential oils you can find. G i ve n o u r co m m i t m e n t to q u a l i t y, t h e co m p a ny fo l l ows s t r i c t g u i d e l i n e s under our “Seed to Seal” program, meaning our guidelines start from the seeds we use, all they way until the final oil is sealed in the bottle. And w h a t ’s e v e n c o o l e r, w e o w n A L L o f o u r f a r m s - A L L - O F T H E M ! F e e l f r e e t o G o o g l e t h i s p r o g r a m - i t ’s a p r e t t y remarkable standard. Until you do your own research - just promise us one t h i n g - yo u’ l l s to p b u y i n g d r u g - s to re o i l s - fo r t h e LO V E of wellness!

DILUTING OILS FOR YOUR KIDDOS F i r s t l e t ’s t a l k a b o u t w h y d i l u t i n g y o u r o i l s i s i m p o r t a n t f o r k i d d o s (diluting is simply “ water ing down” the potenc y of essential oils with a carrier oil). Simply stated, dilution is important for kids because their skin is generally more sensitive (and thinner) than adults (if oils are new to you - Mama Bear - we suggest you dilute for yourself as well). Here are just a few of our favorite carrier oils:

COCONUT OIL Coconut oil comes from the flesh of the coconut and can be very nourishing to the skin. If you as a mom can use coconut oil without breaking out (in some people it can clog pores) then liley y o u c a n u s e i t f o r y o u r k i d d o . Yo u c a n b u y f r a c t i o n a t e d c o c o n u t o i l on Amazon - we love the Invivo Essential brand.

YOUNG LIVING’S V6 Yo u n g L i v i n g ’s V 6 o i l i s a s w e e t l i t t l e b l e n d o f o i l s t h a t i n c l u d e s : coconut, sesame, grape, sweet almond, wheat germ, sunflower and olive oils. MAMA TIP: When choosing a carrier oil make sure to choose one with a pump (or transfer it into a bottle with a pump). This will a l l o w y o u t o s e t i t n e x t t o y o u r o i l s t o c r e a t e a n “o i l s s t a t i o n ” a n d be ready to go any moment.

HERE ARE A FEW MORE OPTIONS • • • • • • •

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Children are in general more delicate to some oils. Be careful when wearing strong smelling oils, diffusing or using around a newborn or young child. Babies also h a v e m u c h t h i n n e r, m o r e d e l i c a t e s k i n t h a n a d u l t s , a n d tend to be very sensitive to the potency of essential oils. Diluting with a natural lotion or a carrier oil is always a good choice. - Debra Rayburn, Gentle Babies

DILUTING OILS E a c h Yo u n g L i v i n g o i l h a s r e c o m m e n d a t i o n s f o r usage and dilution on its bottle. Since these recommendations are for sweet humans 12+ years old, we wanted to give you a quick dilution reference b e l ow. A n d a fe w t i p s a n d t r i c k s fo r s i l u t i n g yo u r o i l s i n t h e p a g e s t h a t fo l l ow.

QUICK DILUTION REFERENCE 6 MONTHS

1 drop essential oil in 1 Tbsp of carrier oils

6 MONTHS - 2 YEARS

dilute 4x what the label recommends

2 YEARS - 5 YEARS

dilute 3x what the label recommends

5 YEARS - 10 YEARS

dilute 2x what the label recommends

*Reference Guide is from Oil+ Glass, The Essential Oil Collective, 2018. The cutest most dreamy book full of recipes and other sweet information.

B A B I E S : O N E D AY T O T W O Y E A R S Yo u n g L i v i n g s u g g e s t 1 / 8 t h e a m o u n t o f w h a t i s o n t h e o i l ’s l a b e l f o r b a b i e s ages 0-2 (please note, that we suggest waiting until your baby is at least 6 months old before trying oils on their skin).

S TA R T L I G H T W I T H C I T R U S A N D F L O R A L S Generally speaking, essential oils that are derived from a citrus or floral sources are considered to be more easily tolerated by developing or c o m p r o m i s e d s y s t e m s . T h a t ’s w h y w e r e c o m m e n d s t i c k i n g w i t h o i l s / b l e n d s that contain only the following for your sweet little babes: • • • • • • • • •

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MAMA TIP: When you introduce oils to your little, it helps to keep a journal of what oil you used, where you used it, and if you noticed any changes in your sweet little cherub. I M P O R TA N T N O T E : C i t r u s o i l s a r e p h o t o - t o x i c f o r s o m e . W h i c h m e a n s i f applied to areas that are exposed to the sun you can break out in a rash (even if it was applied days before). In sum, just be cognizant of where your putting which oil and when. Here are a few oils not suggested for use under age two: • • • • • •

Eu cal y p t us B as il J u n ip e r Pe p p e r m int H ys s o p Winte rgreen

TODDLER & KIDDOS: T WO TO SIX

Yo u n g L i v i n g s u g g e s t s ¼ o f t h e a m o u n t o f w h a t i s o n t h e o i l ’s l a b e l f o r c h i l d r e n a g e s 2-6.

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MAMA TIP: Using a limited ingredient lotion is a great way to extend the use of your bottles. Yo u s h o u l d a l s o n o t e t h a t u s i n g o i l s t h a t are neat or undiluted have a tendency to e v a p o r a te m o re q u i c k l y. B u t h o n e s t l y, i f you are anything like us - you will likely use them before they get the chance to evaporate. If you are a wee bit concerned about how y o u r s w e e t l i t t l e ’s s k i n w i l l r e a c t t o o i l s , here is a quick note from Debra Rayburn, of Gentle Babies: “ S e n s i t i v i t i e s t o Y L’s e s s e n t i a l o i l s a r e s e e n ve r y r a re l y. Ty p i c a l l y, i f s e n s i t i v i t i e s o c c u r, t h e c a u s e i s e i t h e r t h a t a d i f f e r e n t brand of chemically adulterated oils were used or because they were used in excess w h i c h s i m p l y o v e r l o a d e d t h e s y s t e m .”

KIDDOS: SEVEN TO ELEVEN Yo u n g L i v i n g s u g g e s t s t o u s e ½ t h e a m o u n t t h a t i s o n t h e o i l ’s l a b e l f o r k i d s 7 - 1 1 .

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MAMA TIP: When starting with oils, use one at a time and always dilute them to avoid overloading your kiddos’ system. By doing this you are also able to see all of the positive benefits each oil has on each of your children. Seven to eleven year olds is the per fect age for kids to start using their own blends. Have them help you mix up their favorite oil blend for school or the oils that you use on them daily in a roller bottle a n d s e n d t h e m o n t h e i r w ay. B u t p l e a s e, b e s u re to te a c h t h e m o i l s a f e t y f i r s t . To n o t e , i t ’s a l w a y s i m p o r t a n t t o a p p l y n e w s o i l s b l e n d s to the feet first and to always dilute them. + Inexpensive roller bottles can be found on Amazon (of course). If you want any other suggestions please reach out to us!

K I D S : T W E LV E + Yo u n g L i v i n g s u g g e s t s f u l l l a b e l e d concentration for kids ages 12+. Since kiddos at 12 are likely incredibly independent. Spend time teaching them h ow, w h e n a n d w h e re to a p p l y t h e i r o i l s. When first starting to use oils (them and you alike - always start with small sections or on the feet first). MAMA TIP: Be aware of â&#x20AC;&#x153;hotâ&#x20AC;? oils such a s Pe p p e r m i n t , Pa n aw ay, Th i e ve s a n d Oregano. These oils feel ic y/hot to the touch and sometimes cause irritation on the skin. These oils (most oils for that matter) should always be avoided around the eyes. We always suggest diluting hot oils no matter the age.

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U S I N G Y O U R P R E M I U M S TA R T E R KIT OILS FOR YOUR KIDDOS I f yo u’re n e w to o i l s, t h e y c a n b e O V E R W H E L M I N G ! B u t we’ve g o t yo u r b a c k ( we were once in your shoes). Here are just a few ideas on how you can start using your Premium Starter Kit essential oils with/for your kiddos. + Diffuse Lavender at night in your kiddos room to help support restful sleep Fill your diffuser to the max line with water and add 12-15 drops of Lavender + Time to Focus - Homework Time Fill your diffuser to the max line with water and add 10 drops of Peace & Calming and 3 drops of Citrus Fresh or 4 drops of Valor + Immunity Boost with Thieves Grab the rollerball that came with your kit and pop it on top of the Thieves bottle. Every night before bed (or in the morning) roll this oil on the bottoms of your kiddos’ feet to h e l p b o o s t t h e i r i m m u n e s y s t e m s - c a r e f u l I t ’s b o u n d t o f i l l your house with laughter - it tickles + M a ke C i t r u s Fl avo r e d Wa t e r ( a g e s 3 + ) Grab a 20 oz water bottle, add 1 drop (this stuff is C O N C E N T R AT E D s o o n e d r o p i s p l e n t y ) o f C i t r u s F r e s h V i t a l i t y TM* o i l a n d f i l l t h e r e s t w i t h w a t e r - y o u ’ l l b e s h o c k e d how much water they will drink - yummmmm *Vitality oils are in the white bottles and are deemed safe to ingest.

Most of the Starter Kit oils truly are the perfect b e g i n n i n g w h e n yo u’re u s i n g t h e m fo r yo u r k i d s, yo u r f a m i l y, o r yo u r s e l f ! G e t c re a t i ve a n d h ave f u n ! P l e a s e n o t e : P a n a w a y a n d R a v e n s h o u l d n ’ t b e u s e d w i t h k i d d o s12 under six.

S O M E O F O U R FA V O R I T E K I D D O RECIPES A F E W C R O W D FA V O R I T E S After a few years of using oils, some of us have come up with common blends that we use on our kiddos. Each of these blends can be added to a diffuser or if you want a 2 ounce roller bottle. If you choose to make a roller bottle, simply a d d t h e o i l s l i s te d b e l ow, f i l l t h e re s t o f t h e b o t t l e w i t h t h e c a r r i e r o i l o f yo u r choice, and enjoy the sweet oily adventure. MAMA TIP: If you have a skeptical kiddo remind them the magical support from oils happens when they least expect it - so be patient, be consistent, and enjoy the sweet, sweet aroma of ancient support. + Not all of these oils are in the Premium Starter Kit - but SO WORTH adding to your collection.

BACK TO SCHOOL: • • •

10 d ro p s Th i eves 7 d ro p s Lemo n Car r ie r O i l

FROSTY NOSE: • • • •

7 d ro p s M el a l eu ca 6 d ro p s Lemo n 5 d ro p s Th i eves Car r ie r O i l

VA P O - R I Z E : • • • • •

6 d ro p s Eu ca l y ptu s B l u e 6 d ro p s Lemo n 4 d ro p s R C 3 d ro p s R aven Car r ie r O i l

CALM IT DOWN: • • • • • •

5 d ro p s Valo r o r Va l o r I I 5 d ro p s Patch o u l i 4 d ro p s L aven der 4 d ro p s Ve t i ver 4 d ro p s St ress Away Car r ie r O i l

BODY BUT TER 4 BABY INGREDIENTS 1/2 C u p C o c o n u t O i l 1/2 C u p U n r e f i n e d S h e a B u t t e r DIRECTIONS • Wh ip in gre d i ents w i th a h a n d be ater unt il d e s i re d co nsi sten c y • Ad d 15- 20 dro ps o f G entl e B a by K id S cent s TM oil • Wh ip ag ai n to co mbi n e

H A N D M A D E P L AY - D O H I N F U S E D W I T H EOS INGREDIENTS 1 Cup Plain Flour 1 Cup Sea Salt 1 TBSP Oil 1 Cup Cold Water Food Coloring Fa v o r i t e E s s e n t i a l O i l DIRECTIONS Combine all ingredients together and knead well. If the mixture is too w e t , a d d m o r e f l o u r. A d d 5 d r o p s o f E O o f c h o i c e a n d k n e a d s o m e m o r e t o d i s t r i b u te e ve n l y. Feel free to divide the mix ture into smaller balls to create different colors and/or scents. 14

M O N S T E R B E - G O N E S P R AY S Bedtime can be rough for some kiddos and when the lights go out, the i m a g i n a t i o n s s t a r t t o r u n w i l d . To “ t a m e ” t h e i r s w e e t l i t t l e f e a r s a n d l e a v e t h e i r room smelling deliciously relaxing, mix up one of these blends and have your kiddo spray it around the room (closets, under the bed, wherever their fears run a muck). + All you will need is a 2oz glass spray bottle, 2 tablespoons witch hazel, e s s e n t i a l o i l s f ro m o n e o f t h e re i p e s b e l ow, a n d w a te r !

C L O S E T M O N S T E R - B E AT I T • • •

3 d ro p s B erga mo t 3 d ro p s Lemo n gra ss 3 d ro p s G ra pef ru i t

+ ad d wi tc h h a zel a n d f i l l th e rest wit h water

UNDER THE BED BE-GONE • • •

4 d ro p s Ceda r wo o d 3 d ro p s Laven der 2 d ro p s Veti ver

+ ad d wi tc h h a zel a n d f i l l th e rest wit h water

GOTCHA GREMLIN • • •

3 d ro p s Pea ce & Ca l mi n g 3 d ro p s Va l o r 3 d ro p s Laven der

+ ad d wi tc h h a zel a n d f i l l th e rest wit h water All the oils in this recipes are Starter Kit oils

KIDSCENTS® OILS & OTHER PRODUCTS OILS Starting your oily journey can sometimes be overwhelming - especially when it comes to your kiddos. Yo u n g L i v i n g ’s K i d S c e n t s ® l i n e i s r i c h w i t h a l r e a d y d i l u t e d b l e n d s a n d a collection of products that are infused with essential oils taking the initial “g u e s s w o r k ” o u t o f e v e r y t h i n g . We love this line for a bunch of reasons - but mostly because it addresses the most common concerns we as parents have for our kiddos throughout c h i l d h o o d . A n d w h a t ’s b e t t e r, t h e i r l a b e l s a r e p r e t t y s e l f e x p l a n a t o r y : • • • • •

G e n e Yu s ™ O wi e ™ S l e e py I ze® S n i ff l e Ea se™ Tu m my G i ze™

KIDSCENTS® BODIES K i d S c e n t s ® To o t h p a s t e u s e s T h i e v e s ® a n d S l i q u e ® E s s e n c e e s s e n t i a l o i l blends to gently clean and protect teeth. This safe and effective blend promotes healthy teeth and is formulated without fluoride, dyes, synthetic colors, artificial flavors, or preservatives. KidScents® Lotion contains safe, gentle ingredients to moisturize and soften s e n s i t i v e s k i n . T h e p r e m i u m b l e n d o f M S M , s h e a b u t t e r, a l o e v e r a , a n d p u r e Cedarwood, Geranium, and other essential oils supports healthy-looking skin for children of all ages.

KidScents® Shampoo contains no synthetic per fumes, colors, or toxic ingredients. The natural components in this shampoo: aloe, MSM, Chamomile, a n d Ta n g e r i n e a n d L e m o n e s s e n t i a l o i l s e f f e c t i v e l y a n d g e n t l y c l e a n s e w i t h o u t causing irritation. K i d S c e n t s ® Te n d e r Tu s h ™ i s a m i l d , g e n t l e b a l m . F o r m u l a t e d w i t h n a t u r a l vegetable oils and pure essential oils that moisturize, soothe, and nourish to promote the appearance of healthy skin.

K I D S C E N T S ® V I TA M I N S KidScents® MightyVites™ are made with Orgen-k ids® organic blend— an excellent source of essential nutrients for your children that is free from additives such as synthetic folic acid. Rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other whole food-based nutrients, MightyVites deliver what growing bodies need for daily health in a delicious, berry-flavored chewable. KidScents® MightyZyme™ is a vegetarian chewable that supports digestion of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats in children. KidScents® MightyPro™ is a unique, synergistic blend of prebiotics specially formulated for children. Pa c k a g e d i n e a s y, o n e - d o s e p a c k e t s that can go anywhere, this supplement includes over 8 billion active, live cultures to support digestive and immune health.

THANK YOU We are so excited that you are at least cur ious about essential oils and how they can impact the emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of yours and your k iddos’ lives. We all have different stor ies - but we can assure you, e v e r y o n e t h a t c o n s i s t e n t l y u s e s Yo u n g L i v i n g p r o d u c t s a r e c o m p l e t e l y i n l ove w i t h h ow t h e y s u p p o r t t h e m a n d t h e i r f a m i l y. I f yo u h ave q u e s t i o n s, by a l l m e a n s - a s k aw ay. O r m ay b e yo u j u s t w a n t to g e t s t a r t e d . W h i c h i s AW E S O M E a n d w e c a n ’ t w a i t . S i m p l y r e a c h o u t t o m e and I can walk you through how to become a member (or simply follow the d i re c t i o n s b e l ow ) a n d re ce i ve 2 0 % o f f p ro d u c t s, g e t a cce s s t o Fa ce b o o k G r o u p s , b e c o m e p a r t o f a c o m m u n i t y, a n d r e c e i v e F R E E m o n t h l y p r o m o s . T h e r e i s a b u s i n e s s s i d e t o Yo u n g L i v i n g t o o w h e r e y o u c a n s h o u t f r o m t h e r o o f t o p s a b o u t Yo u n g L i v i n g ’s b e a u t i f u l p r o d u c t s a n d m a k e s o m e e x t r a c a s h (or a career) while doing it. This sweet opportunity enables you to start working towards making all your dreams come true. Dare to dream sweet, beautiful (or handsome) friend - I AM! And loving ever y stink in’ minute of it.

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