Calm a fussy baby and frustrated mom using lavender essential oil with aromatherapy diffusers. Eliminate frustration with an aromatherapy baby products supply list. Simply add lavender oil to a room aromatherapy diffuser or aromatherapy car diffuser. Also, add to diaper rash cream, a sponge bath, and sprinkle on crib sheets for a pleasant aroma and peaceful effect. Use lavender massage oil or dilute lavender oil with a carrier oil like sweet almond oil if applying directly to the skin. Click to view aromatherapy diffusers.

See the helpful tips below on using lavender to create a relaxing atmosphere when caring for your baby:
 
Massages: Baby and mom both can benefit from a relaxing lavender massage. Try using a ready-to-use lavender massage oil, or mix a few drops of lavender essential oil with sweet almond oil or unscented lotion to create your own personalized blend. Lavender oil is one of the most gentle essential oils. It needs only a small amount of dilution before applying to even a baby's skin.

Baths: Soaking in a bath with lavender oil added is another great way to relax. Choose from an assortment of lavender bath products or just add a few drops of lavender essential oil to the bath water. For baby's bath, simply add two or three drops; for Mom, five to ten drops may be added.

No time for a baby bath?: When time is short, rub a few drops of lavender oil into your baby's hair to emit a fresh, floral aroma. Or enhance a sponge bath by adding 2-3 drops of lavender oil to a bowl of warm water.

In baby's room: During naps and at bedtime, use an aromatherapy diffuser or a  lavender mister to disperse lavender scent throughout the room. Make your own lavender based scent using an atomizer in other rooms to help you feel more relaxed too.

Laundry: Add a few drops of lavender essential oil to the baby's laundry, especially the crib sheets for the aromatherapy benefits and the soft, clean aroma.

In the car: Often parents are excellent at multitasking, but trying to calm a fussy baby when maneuvering through traffic is not easy. For a more peaceful car ride, sprinkle a few drops of lavender oil onto your baby's car seat, a handkerchief, or use an aromatherapy car diffuser that plugs into your car's lighter.

Diaper cream: Try adding a drop or two of lavender oil to diaper rash cream to help protect and soothe your baby's bottom.

Note that essential oils are extremely concentrated. Follow usage directions carefully and keep them tightly closed and out of the reach of children..

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