How do we use Essential OIls

You can use essential oils, also commonly referred to as EOs, aromatically, topically, internally or around the home. I usually put 1 drop of essential oil on my hand, rub my hands together, cup them close to my face and inhale eight times. Breathing deeply and slowly, I imagine the healing essence seeping through every cell of my physical, emotional and spiritual being. Sometimes we forget the importance of breathing properly.

Breathe…

I love diffusing essential oils, though certain oils like vetiver which is quite thick and syrupy may not be suitable for diffusing. I also prefer not to diffuse certain oils like eucalyptus or peppermint as I find that it stings my eyes. I adore my home diffuser so much that I now have bought three… but the girls accidentally broke one, oops! So now we have one for the girls’ room, and the other one oscillates between the living room and my bedroom.

“When therapeutic-grade essential oils are inhaled either by cold air diffusing or by cupping the hands over the nose and inhaling deeply several times, the tiny molecules absorb easily into the delicate membranes of the nostrils and travel up to the brain, stimulating the amygdala which is the emotional center of the brain.” ~ Frances Fuller

I also add a few drops of essential oil into the girls’ bath, especially when they’re sick. By the way, never heat essential oils. It alters the molecular structure of the oil and will affect its therapeutic properties. Adding it to a warm bath is fine, but heating it up is a big no-no. 

HOw a mummy help to heal her son Eczema

How I Helped Heal my Son’s Eczema!

by WE STOPPED POPPING PILLS on JULY 4, 2013

How I Helped Heal my Son’s Eczema in Only 2 Weeks! In June 2013, my 20 month old son started to break out with Eczema on his shoulders and underarms.  The Eczema continued to spread to both of his thighs.  I chose not to use prescription medication for his Eczema, so I used a combination of Young Living products to help heal his skin.I used four Young Living essential oils: Lavender, Melrose, Frankincense, and Melaleuca Alternifolia (tea tree oil).  I put 20 drops of each of the oils into an empty 15 mL bottle.  I placed 4 drops of the blend and 1 pump of V-6 Vegetable Oil in my hand.  I applied it to all of his affected areas.  Then I applied Tender Tush on top to keep the area moist.  I repeated these steps in the morning and night.  I also used Melaleuca-Geranium Soap when giving my son a bath.
After the first week, the Eczema on my son’s shoulders and underarms were mostly gone and it was fading on his legs.  By the end of two weeks, my son was completely healed and Eczema free.  My husband and I were so excited with these fast healing results.

Flour Free Oatmeal Cookies

1/3 cup (2 ¾ oz) unsalted butter
7/8 cup (6 oz brown sugar)
½ teaspoon salt
2 drops cinnamon essential oil
1 drop nutmeg essential oil
1 drop clove essential oil
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons raw apple cider vinegar (or white)
2 large eggs
2 ½ cups (8 ¾ ounces) rolled oats

In a large bowl, beat together the butter, sugar, salt, oils, baking powder, vanilla, and vinegar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time. Beating well after each egg is added. Stir in the oats. Cover bowl and refrigerate for about 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly grease or line with parchment, 2 baking sheets.
Remove the dough from the refrigerator, and drop it by the tablespoon full onto the prepared baking sheets. Flatten each cookie to about ¼” thick using your fingers that have been moistened with water.
Bake the cookies for 10 minutes, or until their edges are lightly browned. They will not look completely done in the center but that is fine. Remove them from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.