Front Porch Essentials

I found myself offering my kids a bath in the middle of the afternoon today. Why? First off, I needed a break from their constant activity and a bath a guaranteed containment and secondly, since I've started using oils, I've learned they work great during bath time too! You can add a few drops of Lavender for a pre-bed wind down or to mellow a toddler meltdown. Eucalyptus or Breathe can help with colds and congestion, or DigestZen for constipation. Today I used 4 drops of Onguard to give their immune systems an extra boost. Not only did it smell amazing but it's beneficial to their health! It's a double whammy!

If you really want to up yours or your kids bath time, you can opt for a detox bath. Read more here:
http://brownthumbmama.com/2014/08/kid-detox-bath.html

P.S. moms and dads can use them in their bath too! Try a few drops of Lavender and Serenity for an ultra relaxing pre-bed soak!

Why Your Kid Needs a Detox Bath - Brown Thumb Mama Warm and soothing, detox baths help draw toxins out through the skin and ease the burden on the liver. They work great for kids and grownups alike!

As you may have noticed, I haven't posted anything on this page for nearly two months. The truth is, the mere scent of oils during my first trimester would set my morning sickness off with a vengeance. I wanted so badly to be able to use a few to actually off set my morning sickness; unfortunately that just wasn't in the cards for me. Luckily, I am now into my glorious second trimester and am finding I can tolerate a few of the more docile oils!!
With that said, I am ready to jump back into sharing everything I am learning, including all the amazing new products doTERRA has has to offer! I am also very excited to start sharing about my use of oils while I am pregnant, during labor and after!
I'd love to hear what everyone has been up to with their oil use! How are you transitioning into the fall season with your oil use? And mamma's out there what oils did you use while you were pregnant?

Learn more about doTERRAs CPTG quality-control protocol by clicking on the link!

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School is starting soon and what better way to prepare than making the switch to doTERRAs CPTG oils to boost yours and your kids immune system and fight off the ick that inevitably goes around?! There really is something for everything!

I like starting my week off by putting a drop of Bergamot on my minimalist triangle lava stone necklace! Why bergamot you ask? I think explains it best:

Did you know it takes 100 bergamot oranges to produce just 3 ounces of bergamot oil? Many of you may not be familiar with them, but it's a citrus fruit size of an orange with a yellow color similar to a lemon.
Sourced in Italy, bergamot is often used to support the digestive system and rejuvenate the skin, but it's the emotional wellness that I believe to be its greatest gift.
Known as "the oil of self-acceptance," -- it's all about self love and self approval. It will help you release the negative patterns you keep tracing. Patterns of self depreciation and self hatred. It pushes your low self- esteem out the door and brings in authenticity and life choices that are aligned to you ✨

Did you know you can add a drop of lavender to your mascara?! Not only does one drop extend the life of your mascara, it promotes lash growth, strengthens and volumizes your lashes too!!!

Need a pick me up for your morning workout?! Get out your frankincense and peppermint!

I'm so excited to share this beautiful jewelry with you! I stumbled upon Lava Essentials LLC on instagram and knew I had to have this minimalist triangle necklace! It's gorgeous and you can diffuse your favorite essential oil on it! I wear mine everyday and it is just one of many beautiful pieces. I know I will be adding to my collection. Check her shop out on Etsy!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/231139059/lava-triangle-minimalist-triangle-black?ref=shop_home_active_8

Lava Triangle • Minimalist Triangle Black Lava Bead Diffuser Necklace - Dainty 14K Gold Filled,... The original minimalist lava stone triangle, that can also double as an essential oil diffuser necklace! On a dainty chain it creates a beautiful minimalist single lava stone aromatherapy diffuser necklace. Versatile and simple design. Perfect for layering or wearing solo. Lava beads include natural...

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Need an excuse to get out of the heat? How about making diy poo pourri using essential oils? It's easy and you can use any blend you like. It's a great way to experiment with different scent combinations.

Poo Pourri you ask? If you haven't heard of it, it's basically magic spray in a bottle. No one likes to admit to #2 and now you don't have to! 3-4 sprays before you go and no one will ever know.

Here's what you need:
spray bottle ( I used 2 oz amber glass bottles)
rubbing alcohol
distilled water
essential oils ( I used grapefruit, lemongrass and bergamot)

Fill the spray bottle with distilled water
Add 1 tsp rubbing alcohol
10-20 drops grapefruit
10-20 drops lemongrass
10-20 drops bergamot
Give it a little shake and it's ready to use
* you can find free printable labels on Pinterest

Fact Friday:
Did you know that doTERRA sources it's oils from over 40 countries through an initiative they introduced called Co-Impacting Sourcing?! This is just one more reason I chose doTERRA and their Certified Pure Therapuic Grade essential oils. Learn more about Co-Impacting Sourcing below!
http://doterra.com/US/en/difference-co-impact-sourcing

Co-Impact Sourcing | doTERRA Essential Oils In addition to supplying the highest quality essential oils dōTERRA is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of farmers, harvesters, and distillers who contribute to dōTERRA’s oil production.

One of my favorite things since I've started using doTERRA oils is hearing stories about how they've improved others lives.

"A number of years ago a friend of mine gave me two small bottles of doTERRA oils to help my sciatic nerve pain. I don't remember what they were but I do know that they worked wonderfully! Recently my daughter started using these oils for her and her family. I have had trouble sleeping the last couple years. She gave me a small sample of lavender oil to rub on the bottoms of my feet. Yes, I was skeptical at first but I did start sleeping better. Some of you might say oh it's all in her head but honestly I also started to diffuse it next to my bed, continued to rub it on my feet ,and also in my palms to inhale it plus I rub some on my pillow. I have had the best sleep at night that I haven't had in a long time ! Doing research on oils and the effects they have on our body has been an eye opener. Think about it... oils have been around since biblical times...used in a lot of different areas with great success! I am anxious to learn more and incorporate more oils in my life as well as my husband's." - Cindy Nauman-Waltner

Let's talk about grapefruit. First off this amazingly aromatic and energyzing oil can be used topically, aromatically and internally. I start off my day using grapefruit in the shower. I made a grapefruit and peppermint sugar scrub using a recipe from (pm me for recipe). It's the perfect start to my day waking up my senses with its energizing aroma, not to mention my skin feels silky smooth. Post shower I add a few drops to unscented lotion and massage it into my thighs to help fight off that annoying cellulite. After breakfast I add a drop of grapefruit into a veggie capsule along with a drop of frankincense and 2 drops of slim and sassy. This killer combo promotes a healthy metabolism, manages hunger cravings, calms my stomach and promotes healthy cellular function. All that in one veggie capsule! if I need a midday boost I add a drop to my water or just inhale a deep breath!

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My go to diffuser blend right now is a drop or two of frankincense, wild orange and peppermint. It gives me the wake up call I need first thing in the morning clearing my groggy sleep head! It instantly lifts my mood and helps me focus on the days tasks. It's perfect for a midday slump too! I rub a drop of each between my palms and inhale a few times and massage onto the back of my neck!

For as long as I can remember, I have been leery of taking any sort of medicine, from ibuprofen to prescription antibiotics. My husband always knows when I’m really in pain or extremely miserable because it’s the only time I’ve ever reached for anything. You would think knowing that about me that I would have turned to doTERRA a lot sooner than three months ago, but for us, I suppose it just wasn’t the right time. Yeah, I had heard about doTERRA . I even knew people who used it and swore by it, but it wasn’t until my close girlfriend started using it and I saw firsthand how amazing these oils are. Her undeniable passion for them helped, too! After seeing how she incorporated doTERRA oils into her daily life, I finally decided I had to try them.

We started out with the Home Essentials kit and haven’t looked back since. I seriously cannot get enough of these oils and I am continually impressed with how they help improve the life and health of my family. When I started three months ago, the idea of making a Facebook and Instagram page wasn’t even a flicker in my mind. I knew I’d be more than willing to tell close friends and family about them if they were interested, but I couldn’t have imagined the passion I feel to share these oils with everyone!

I want this page to be for everyone. I want it to be a family of oil lovers gathering together to share their success stories, their favorites blends, and ideas. I want it to be for people who’ve heard about doTERRA, but want to know more, for people who already use doTERRA and want to share what they’ve learned. I want people to feel free to ask endless questions and to be educated on all of the amazing things these Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade oils can do in their life for health, healing and vitality. DoTERRA oils are so much more than just oils. There is truly something for everyone, and it’s for everyone; adults, children, women and men.

I certainly don’t know everything there is to know and I am continually seeking to further my education on these oils and there is nothing I want more than to share my growing knowledge with you! I will share what I learn, what I have success with, and what my family loves. Join me in this amazing adventure of learning to take control of your health naturally and safely with oils that are meant to aide your body in naturally healing itself as it is intended to do.