"Do you have anything that can help me sleep?", - this is one of the most popular questions from my customers and friends.  Truth is I have never paid much thought to the sleep subject, because I have never had problem falling asleep, or staying asleep, until I had a baby. First two weeks since the birth of my baby boy I though: "Well it is not going that bad, what were they on about?",- until sleepless nights caught up with me. And for the next 6 months it was mostly survival mode: it was like living in a fog and not being very capable of doing simplest tasks (and yes I had lots of help from ..read more

How Essential Oils Enter The Body The quest way to absorb essential oils is by inhaling their aroma, which has a direct effect on the brain. Oils can also be absorbed via the skin during massage, in a bath, or in a cream. Both routes allow oils to enter the bloodstream, where their healing properties take effect.  InhalingOf all senses, smell has the most direct connection to the mind and effect on our emotions. Our ability to perceive odour is so connected to our senses of wellbeing that those who have lost their sense of smell can be more prone to problems such as anxiety and depression. Aro ..read more

When choosing an oil for your newborn you have to make sure it is made from pure vegetable oil(s), preferably organic and is suitable to use from birth onwards.  Stay away from - mineral oil/petroleum jelly  - animal derived oils (lanolin) - essential oils should be avoided until your little one is at least 3 months old - silicones (everything that ends with <cone>: dimethicone, methicone, etc).  - parabens - fragrance  - artificial colourants    Infused Oils such as Calendula, Chamomile and Lavender are the best and the safest oils to be used from birth. It is best if these are infused ..read more