Aromatherapy for Newborn?

Question

I’m 37 weeks pregnant and have been plagued with insomnia. I’ve been using lavender oil in my diffuser to help me relax. I plan on having my baby sleep in a bassinet next to my bed and I was wondering if I can continue to use my diffuser? If so, what oils are safe for my baby?

Answer

I would talk to you ob

Answer

Aromatherapy is COMPETELY safe for baby. Not only is diffusing lavender safe..applying it topically is also safe. Essential oils are not well understood by doctors so they just usually tell you no. My son has had lavender applied topically to his body since the day he was born. Heavily diluted in coconut oil or lotions but everyday..for the first few months it was just on the bottom of his feet and then we put it in his lotion and applied to his whole body..not only is he perfectly fine but he has NEVER had skin issues and has slept through the night (7:30-7:30) from age 5 months. We are firm believers in the power of essential oils

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I asked if I could use my diffuser when my baby was born and was told no. We got a cool mist humidifier that we use since baby is in our room in a bassinet. Once baby moves to his own room I plan to diffuse again.

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I wouldn’t personally, not till the age of 6 months. Plant Therapy has a great blog that tells what you can and can’t use around kids of specific ages. There are also Facebook groups you can join “using essential oils safely.”

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