Is Eucalyptus essential oil or other 1,8 cineole rich essential oils safe for children under the age of 10? “All substances are poisons; there is none which is not a poison. The right dose differentiates a poison from a remedy.” – Paracelsus – 16th-century physician Let me begin by stating the following: I am a…
How to make Aromatic Play Dough
With wintery weather upon us, it is a good time to make some aromatic play dough! Ingredients: 3 cups flour 1.5 cups salt (we used sea salt) 2 Tbsp. cream of tartar (important!) 3 Tbsp. of cooking oil (we used organic canola oil but you could use jojoba, sesame, or other oil) 3 cups boiling…
Childhood Ear Aches
This is not my typical researched or referenced article. Just a shared experience from a mother (me) about dealing with an acute ear infection (Otitis media) in my 5 year old son, Soren. Last Thursday evening my son woke up at around midnight crying saying that his tongue hurt. I was up working late. I…
How to Make Bath Fizzies
These are easy to make and fun gifts to give. Ingredients 2 cups Baking soda 3/4 cup Citric acid 1/4 cup or so of dried herbs (dried roses, lavender, calendula, and/or chamomile buds work well) 20-35 drops Essential oil (depending on essential oils used and desired strength) A cookie sheet with wax paper placed on…