How to Help Your Child Fall Asleep Naturally (Using 3 Simple dōTERRA Products)
If bedtime feels like a never-ending battle at your house, trust me—you’re not alone. As a mom passionate about raising naturally healthy kids, I know how frustrating it can be when your child just won’t settle. Especially when you know how important good, restorative sleep is for their mood, focus, and immune system.
In our home, we’ve found a simple, natural routine using three powerful dōTERRA products that has made a world of difference—especially for our youngest, who deals with some mild airway challenges that we’re addressing long term. While we work on root causes, this little bedtime combo has helped him fall asleep peacefully and stay asleep through the night. 💪🏻
Let me walk you through what we use and how to use it.
1. Serenity Stick – for Nervous System Calm
The dōTERRA Serenity Stick is our go-to for calming the nervous system and setting the stage for deep rest. I apply it to:
The back
Chest
Bottoms of the feet
This blend is designed to promote feelings of peace and relaxation, and we’ve noticed that it helps settle restless energy fast—especially after busy or overstimulating days.
👉 Get the Serenity Stick, HERE.
2. Breathe Stick – for Open Airways & Better REM Sleep
If your child isn’t breathing well at night, they’re probably not getting good REM sleep—and that matters more than we often realize. Deep, quality rest starts with clear airways.
We use the dōTERRA Breathe Stick on:
The chest
Back
Bottoms of the feet
It supports respiratory function and helps open things up so your child can breathe deeply and sleep more soundly.
👉 Get the Breathe Stick, HERE.
3. Diffusing Breathe + Rosemary – for an Extra Boost
Right before bed, I add a couple drops each of Breathe and Rosemary essential oils to our diffuser. The aroma is grounding, slightly minty, and oh-so-calming. This final touch fills the room with support for open airways and a relaxed mind.
👉 Get the essential oils, HERE.
👉Get the bundle, HERE!
We’ve been blown away by how well this works for our youngest son. He’s dealing with some structural airway issues that we’re sorting out through long-term root-cause healing—but in the meantime, this natural approach gets him the sleep he needs. And when he sleeps well, our whole family does too. 🙌
Want More Natural Wellness Tips for Kids?
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And if you're just getting started with essential oils, be sure to check out my other post on Building a First Aid Kit with Essential Oils—it's one of the most helpful things we've done to ditch toxic products and feel empowered at home.
