SLEEP WELL
With the weather changing and it staying light out later, it can be hard to fall asleep! This page will walk you through some ideas and testimonies about how you can use Young Living oils and products to keep your family well rested.
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SLEEP WELL ZOOM REPLAYS
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Testimonies and ideas to come as we share in Dream Oilers Lifestyle.
When Finn was around 8 months old, he decided that sleeping through the month wasn't for him anymore. Much to my dismay!
I can't even begin to explain how grateful I am that we had oils to help him sleep through the night. We tried Lavender and Cedarwood (because that's what helped me sleep through the night before the first day of school which had NEVER happened in the past due to nerves) and quickly realized that it was NOT his combo!
Next, we went for Peace & Calming, and it worked magically. Not only did he fall asleep quickly, he was also our for the entire night. Needless to say, it has been in his diffuser pretty much every night since then. As a mom of two young kids who also had to wake up super early to get to school and teach middle schoolers all day, this was such a blessing!!!
Don’t be afraid to try different things!
Sleep can feel so elusive sometimes, can’t it?! It’s actually the top thing that I see new oilers struggle through compared with everything else. While we have lots of oils and supplements that can help, each person is different, and sometimes we have to play around quite a bit before we find our “magical formula”.
Because of this, I want to offer a few tips when you’re trying to find what’s going to work for you.
Try a single oil on its own first.
I know how tempting it can be to see a post about what a great night sleep someone got diffusing xyz oils. The issue is, if you diffuse 2+ oils and they don’t work for you, it doesn’t necessarily mean ALL of them aren’t your sleep oil! There might be one in there that isn’t for you, but you won’t know it.
Try each oil for a few days before giving up on it.
Hear me here. When I diffused Lavender and Cedarwood one night and Finn woke up every hour, I immediately switched to something different (Peace & Calming the next night, and it worked!). With that being said, if something isn’t making your sleep horribly worse, give it a few days before adding something to it or trying something else. Your body may just need to adjust.
Try using the oils in different ways (diffuse/topical/internal).
Diffusing works AMAZING for our family, but I have friends who swear by rolling something on their neck/forearms/bottom of their feet before bed. Once you’ve found your oil(s), try it in different ways to see what works best for you.
Don’t give up!
I know it can be frustrating, but don’t give up, friend! With patience and consistency, you will find something that works for you!
OILS + SLEEP
Now that we’ve talked about some basics when starting to find sleep solutions, let’s talk through some oils that you may want to start with! Remember, try one oil at a time and track how you’re feeling/sleeping to begin.
SINGLES
Lavender
Cedarwood
Frankincense
Roman Chamomile
Bergamot
Orange
Sacred Frankincense
Copaiba
Idaho Blue Spruce
BLENDS
Peace & Calming
Valor
Stress Away
DreamCatcher
Seedlings Calm
KidScents SleepyIze
Sacred Mountain
This is not an all-inclusive list, but rather a starting point! It’s also possible that you’re struggling with sleep because of stress or hormones, so you may want to work on those things in order to experience a better night’s sleep!
Your sleep combo can also totally change over time too, so don’t be afraid to try something new if you’re feeling like you’re tried and true recipe just isn’t doing it for you anymore!
DREAM OILERS FAVORITE SLEEP COMBOS
Here are some tried and true sleep combos from some of our Dream Oilers if you’re looking for a new recipe to try! Watch the Sleep Well Zooms above for more suggestions too!
IDEAS FOR USING OILS FOR SLEEP
You’ve got some ideas for using your oils for sleep… now what should you do with them? Here are 4 easy ways to use your oils to get a better night’s sleep.
Take a bath before bed.
DIY Epsom Salt Bath Recipe:
½ cup epsom salts
⅛ cup baking soda
5-10 drops essential oil
Mix well and let sit for a couple hours before using.
Make a linen spray.
Fill a 2 oz glass spray bottle with ½ water, ½ witch hazel, and 10 drops of oils. Spray your pillows and sheets before bed.
Diffuse your oils.
Fill up your diffuser with water and your favorite sleep oils and start running 30 minutes before bed to create a peaceful atmosphere.
Apply your oils topically.
Lots of oilers find that adding oils to the bottoms of their feet helps them to fall asleep better. Some people also like to apply them to their wrists or the back of their neck. If you have littles, giving them a massage post-bath before bedtime with the Seedlings Lotion can help them relax and sleep well.
Journal + oils.
If you have a hard time falling asleep because your mind is racing, try doing a brain dump before bed. Basically this means writing all your thoughts down before you lay down to go to sleep. For me, this helps my brain to know that I’m not going to forget anything, so it stops racing, and I can go to sleep. Add a drop of your favorite stress relieving oil to your journal pages for an extra oomph.
CBD FOR SLEEP
Typically, when taken sublingually (under the tongue), CBD enters the system in about 20 minutes. So for some people, results are immediate. For others it might take two weeks to a month to notice a difference. It also depends on your intended use for CBD. If you’re wanting support for sleep at night, you’re likely to see results immediately. If you’re supporting your body through chronic pain or inflammation, it is more likely to take longer.
As with any supplement, it is important to be patient when starting CBD. Many people give up too soon or don’t do enough experimenting to figure out what dose is good for them. This is where keeping a log is very helpful! Just like essential oils, you have to find what works for you, and consistency is key!
Two of our favorite CBD products for sleep are the dropper (try Cinnamon) and the Calm Roller!
SLEEP ESSENCE
This product is a game changer when you’re needing that extra oomph to fall asleep or stay asleep! It’s also great if you struggle to sleep when traveling!
Another supplement to try is ImmuPro - it's an immune support supplement, but it also has melatonin!
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