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Here's what works: Oshawa Low Tox Motherhood Studio

Hey mama!

Welcome back ;). Congratulations your baby has graduated! You’ve moved on from the newborn stage to the age group of 3-6 months. This is such a fun, sweet and silly time… and one of my favourites. As personalities emerge so does things like teething, tantrums and playing strange with outsiders. Don’t worry, as stressful as it sounds here are a few things to help you navigate Motherhood naturally and with ease.

Sweet baby girl laying down looking up

I love bringing my knowledge of Essential Oils and Young Living’s Plant based products to you because as a Mom myself, it’s important to know what I am using and how it affects my family. And I Thank You for being here and enjoying these little tidbits of Motherhood too.

When it comes to figuring out how to help your little one (especially when they can’t tell you what the matter is) knowing what to use that is all natural is overwhelming enough. YL has made it so easy to make the switch naturally and stress free.

Here’s my breakdown on what works for the above topics:

For Teething- reach for Copiaba. It’s an anti-inflammatory that is pretty much tasteless and works quickly. It helps to soothe sore little inflamed gums. You can apply neat directly to their gums. Or dilute with a carrier oil first and rub onto gums for support.

For tantrums- try reaching for Lavender, Gentle Baby, Peace & Calming or try DreamEase from our KidScents line. Any of these will help soothe and calm your upset baby. To use, diffuse in the room while cuddling. You can use any of these topically on baby too. Use a dilution chart for the correct ratio of drops per carrier oil.

Check out a quick Dilution Ratio Guide Here

Playing strange? This is all part of growth and development but there are ways to help. Any of the oils above listed under tantrums can help. Apply topically the same way or put a drop or two into your hands and rub over their clothing. That way it’s in their immediate space and no wait time. All this aside, if they are going through separation anxiety then gentle reassurance, lots of cuddles and creating a positive safe enviornment is key. Don’t worry…it will pass ;)

Feel free to try out a few of these if any resonate with you or if you are currently at your wits end. Trust me mama, I’ve been there. If I could go back with all the information I know now about essential oils and natural plant based products from YL, Life would have been a LOT less stressful.

New members will receive 10% off your order when you become a member. Membership is free so long as you place at least one order a year from signup date. You’ll also be able to enjoy 24% off with my wholesale pricing. Ask me how you can earn free monthly promos and cheap shipping too! Seriously…this company is so amazing at giving back! Use the code #19271124 when asked and you’ll be hooked up to me so I can help and support you on your journey.

As always I am here for you. Not sure if YL is the right fit for you? Let’s connect, I would happily share out a sample with you to try first.

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Petra King Photography specializes in Motherhood, Baby, Health & Wellness in the Oshawa, Bowmanville, Courtice, Whitby, Durham Region, Toronto, GTA and surrounding areas.