The bug hit US!

My kids have been sick, just so you know kids still get sick using oils.  The difference is I have tools to help them get well sooner or help them with their symptoms while sick. I have been having them lick the OnGuard off the back of their hands for the throat infection. For coughing and runny nose, I use Breathe in the diffuser and on their feet, necks and rub into their sinuses with a carrier oil. (Careful around the eyes)  The Peppermint for headaches and fevers.  Used the Digestzen for the tummy aches taken internally and rubbed on belly and feet. It is so great to be able to use these and have them help.  I have really noticed that I have to be vigilant with them. Keep the oils going to fight this yucky bug they have.  Even my well children get doses of On-Guard to support their immune system.

Fever BABY!

Last week my l0 month old was sick.  She would be fine during the day then at night she would get a fever. I new that Peppermint was for fever but I wanted to really know. Well I put it on her feet and hair line (far away from eyes!!!). I rubbed it on her back and chest, then made sure she couldn't touch any of those places. She would be lathargic before and then get perked up after. It was awesome.  I treated the fever agressively and applied the oils every 40 minish. I also would apply lavender. She loved the touching.  When I read about Peppermint for fevers it said that it reduced the fever 2-5 degrees. Well I am now a believer. I am loving Peppermint and all it does for me.

It truly is invigorating.  I continue to use it after I exercise and also before. It opens my lungs so I take in more oxygen.  It also wakes me up in the morning.

Cypress made me sweat!

I know it sounds strange, but I don't perspire very much. It has been a problem all my life. I just can't cool myself. (That was before peppermint). Anyway I was riding my bike indoors. (I have a bike trainer, Its a thing that you hook your outside bike to so you can ride it indoors) I put Cypress on the bottom of my feet and all over my torso. Well after about 20 mins I was sweating and continued the whole hour. I was alot more than amazed, I was ecstatic. It was such a relief. I guess  you could call it a mini miracle.

Recipes Chocolate and Orange

I made the most yummy brownies.
1 box brownie mix -I used a store bought brownie mix and followed the directions. Except less oil.
10ish drops of orange oil.- I tasted the mix before adding in the eggs (yes with a clean spoon) Then I added in 3 more drops. You will have to taste.
I topped it off with PWD Sugar mixed with a few drops of orange oil.
Dusted brownies with pwd sugar
I used the mini muffin pan to bake them.

They were a hit. Everyone loved them. I loved them (just 2)
I usually make my own healthier version of brownies with applesauce.

Bed wetting

I have had my fair share of children wetting the bed. I learned from my friend Rindee (check out her oil blog)  how cypress could be used for bed wetting.  Cypress oil is used for its benefits on the urinary system.  So I started using it. I apply a few drops to the child's (name withheld) bladder area before bed and to the bottoms of the feet.  Well he hasn't wet the bed in 2 nights. I am going to need to use this method for a month at least to help this, but I am definitely keeping my fingers crossed. I will keep an update.

Cypress oil is also great for asthma, spasmodic coughs, influenza, cramps, scar tissue, reducing cellulite (cool huh!), energy, gallbladder, and much more. 

What would you grab?

I love my oils, I can't believe I ever lived without them. I now have an amazing "tool box" to grab for the day to day incidentals, and the resources to learn from to find out how to help my family and friends with more serious problems.  I feel so blessed to have these.  As a mother in these last days it can get scary.  Health care is so expensive and most of the time you are back at square one.  These oils truly make my feel like I am more prepared for the future. I can treat bee-stings, cuts, pulled muscles, and a wide range of emotional stresses. Just to name a few.  I know that the medical world is so important and has its place, but I also know a mother and a father can really learn how to take care of their children with inspiration and studying. There is a saying, it goes like this..."I have a oil for that"....it is true. It is also kinda fun. Fun to know you have answers.  I urge all those who wonder if they work to open a bottle and use them. That is the trick. Just open that bottle and get your own story.

Knock out the Knot

I have a chronic knot in my neck. When it inflames and I get a headache that goes from my head all the way down my back on the right side. I have been in misery forever.  It is triggered by stress and a busy life. It often feels like a screw driver stuck in my neck.  I rub the Deep Blue into the knot and on my shoulder. (Sometimes down the muscle on my back if I have someone to apply it). I follow that with Peppermint. It really has an immediate effect.  The Deep Blue Blend has Wintergreen in it which gives it a cortisone-like property. It also contains Blue Tansy and other analgesic oils which means it is a substance which relives pain.  My Deep Blue has a smell that is truly calming to me.  I smell it just because all the time. Peppermint is in the oil blend, but I follow the Deep Blue with more peppermint because I want that strong cooling sensation that it gives me.  The combination of the two has been a life savor, because in the past I would of grabbed a ibuprofen and it wouldn't give me relief. Soooo Happy!

Sleeping Man

My husband said to me, "That Serenity is lethal".   He had a hard time sleeping before serenity. Now we are on our second bottle. I use it too. Put a couple drops in a little water and drink down. Also apply to feet. I love to put a drop in my hands to rub all over my face. It is awesome.

I have used it on my children when they are needing some calmning down. Yes, the serenity works....but I am sure the touching of their feet and holding them is the right medicine also. Thats what I love about oils, hands-on.

Recipes for Water AND other drinks!

I have never loved drinking water. I have looked for things to flavor my water for a long time.  I even have a very great filter.  (RO).  I have used the flavored drink mix-ins (the ones with stevia), but that gets expensive. So when I first got my Lemon oil I tried it and it worked. Loved it. I now drink tons of water and I am cleansing my body(liver).  Lemon is a quick energizer, it also helps with colds, flu, and respiratory infections. It can improve circulation and is an excellent antibacterial agent. Put it directly on fingernails to strengthen them.
 I make several different drinks. Recipes:
Drink 1:
1 qt of water
2-4 drops of Lemon
Stevia to taste
Lots of  Ice

Hot headaches

            I love to cycle and exercise outdoors.  I always get so hot. I get terrible headaches because I get so hot and don't sweat very much.  Every time I get done exercising I put peppermint oil on my forehead, temples, feet and back of neck. I also drink some.  It cools me so great. It kinda feels like magic. It has really helped me not get the headaches, something I have lived with for years.  I also use it for normal headaches.
            I use Peppermint, and Digestion for tummy aches. I also use Peppermint for stress and to uplift my mood.  Yes, I drink some every morning before serving the hungry children staring at me.
            Peppermint is that kind of oil that helps you absorb other oils better also.