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Pregnancy ‘bump oil’

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Pregnancy bump oil

Many of you have asked me what I used during my pregnancies on my bump. I was fortunate to not have received any stretch marks and I believe it was due to a combination of nutrition, genetics and my bump oil 🙂

My ‘tummy’

Peppermint, fennel and ginger essential oils were some of my ‘go to’s’ (in conjunction with fresh peppermint and ginger) when it came to managing nausea during my first trimester and during travel. I also made the fresh herbs in tea to support and alleviate any bloating and indigestion from different food i was trying.

How I used the essential oil:

  • I created a 10ml roller bottle with some fractionated coconut oil and 10 drops of the oil of choice (I made three roll on’s but you could combine if you have tried each oil on its own without any issue) 
  • It was then easy to roll on my lower abdomen when needed. * Perfect size for travel too.

Bump Oil 

During my second pregnancy I started showing quite early and found the skin on my stomach to be quite dry and itchy, especially as the weather got colder and when I was growing.

Using an old recycled jar, I created an oil rub using three of natures safest, nourishing and calming oils.

Recipe:

Base: I filled my jar 3/4 full of my chosen ‘base oil’ . I created three small jars given the travel and liquid limits, alternating between my friend Samira’s gorgeous Argan Oil ,Organic rosehip oil and Organic Coconut oil

The I added:

  • 8 drops of Frankincense: to stimulate healthy blood flow and promotes skin-cell growth.
  • 8 drops of Lavender as it is healing, relaxing and calming for the skin and also my emotional body.
  • 8 drops of Roman Chamomile due to it being a carminative and supports regeneration of the skin

Safety: I only use doTERRA If you are using a 60ml jar this is approximately 2% dilution – which is very safe. These three oils I also happily use on both of my babies as newborns due to knowing how safe they are- ALWAYS diluted of course, with coconut oil.

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Healing Bone Broth- Liquid Gold!

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Bone broth, a traditional staple and, the ‘secret flavour bomb’ ingredient to delicious soups, is now commonly referred to as ‘liquid gold’!

It’s gold colour is not the only reason for its ‘golden title’ but, its reference, is due to the incredible nutrient rich benefits bone broth contains.

Explore how Bone broth was traditionally consumed by many cultures by pressing the toggles below:

Miso soups commonly served in East Asia often included meat stock as well.

Bone marrow is the base of many traditional Vietnamese and filipino broths 

The Danish and Germans reserved their large poultry especially to make their stock. 

The meat was either used in or added to other meals.

The whole animal was used.

As a traditional remedy, the Greeks add fresh lemon and beaten eggs to chicken broth to support digestive upsets and/or the common cold.

*A great way to add extra protein and vitamin C for healing!  I (Jodie) honour the wisdom in ancestral practices.

Chicken broth/soup was also known as Jewish penicillin. Traditionally consumed to prevent and treat illness.

More recently, scientists evaluated if bone broth was all it cut out to be by determining whether ‘chicken soup’ could inhibit neutrophil (white blood cells) migration. In lay mans terms, could it really help treat upper respiratory infections.

It was proven effective (Rennard et al 2000) 

*To create my chicken soup, check out the recipe here

 

So why is this golden liquid so healing?

Bone broth contains 17 Amino Acids (AA) which include glutamine and those AA which make up collagen.

In addition to containing 17 different amino acids, it contains loads of nutrients and minerals which, of course vary on the type of bone broth consumed.

Minerals which are required for our musculoskeletal system and which feature  (in different quantities depending on the type of broth made) include:

  • Calcium
  • Copper
  • Iron
  • Magnesium
  • Manganese
  • Phosphorus
  • Potassium
  • Sodium
  • Zinc 

(Sarko, 2005)

To discover further, how bone broth supports our body’s systems, click on the relevant toggles below:

Bone broth is abundant in :

  • Collagen
  • Glycosaminoglycans (GAG’s)
  • Keratin 
  • Zinc      

These are all key nutrients in enhancing skin health.

In the 2014 randomized controlled trial by Proksch et al; collagen consumption was shown to significantly improve skin elasticity and skin moisture content. 

Chen & Abatangelo et al; 2002 article in The International Journal of tissue Repair, shows GAG’s to:

  •  Promote skin cell proliferation
  • Increase the presence of retinoic acid- improving skin lustre through hydration
Watch your skin glow after regular bone broth consumption along with a healthy colourful diet.

BONES

99% of our bone structure is made from the minerals calcium and collagen.

I remember in anatomy it to be bone =C+C.  Therefore, adequate Calcium and collagen are required to make our bones, healthy, strong and durable. 

In addition to C+C the following minerals are also important:

  • Magnesium: to support calcium absorption and transportation
  • Potassium: to optimise bone strength through ensuring acidity homeostasis in bones
Both minerals are contained in bone broth! Consuming broth along side a healthy colourful diet which includes vitamins C,D & K2 covers the basics of optimal bone health.
And of course let’s not forget resistance exercise!
 
*Please note: If you have any medical conditions refer to a health professional to ensure the right amounts of nutrients are taken in the right dosages for you personally.

JOINTS

As for joint health, lubrication by GAGs aids us, to have full range of motion by allowing one part of our bone to glide smoothly over another.

The role of collagen, as mentioned above (in bones section) is supportive to bone health but, has also been clinically proven to support our joints as well (Clarke et al;2008).

Awesome fact is bone broth contains BOTH!

I’m a big believer in allowing food to be your main source of nutrient intake over supplementation any day. 

Food that contain these nutrients are better recognised and absorbed by the body.

Don’t get me wrong, there is a role for supportive supplementation when advice of correct dosage by a professional in certain conditions is given.

Why not enjoy a cup of bone broth with/or in a healthy meal daily, for supportive and preventative joint support.

Post coming soon- when my girls sleep- wish me good luck they sleep soon 🙂

Post coming soon- when my girls sleep- wish me good luck they sleep soon 🙂

Post coming soon- when my girls sleep- wish me good luck they sleep soon 🙂

References:

Clark, KL. Sebastianelli W, Flechsenhar KR, Aukermann DF, Meza F, Millard RL, Deitch JR, Sherbondy PS, Albert A. (2008) 24-Week study on the use of collagen hydrolysate as a dietary supplement in athletes with activity-related joint pain, Current Medical Research and Opinion 24(5):1485-96.

CHEN, W. Y. and ABATANGELO, G. (1999), Functions of hyaluronan in wound repair. Wound Repair and Regeneration, 7: 79-89. doi:10.1046/j.1524-475X.1999.00079.x

Proksch E, Segger D, Degwert J, Schunck M, Zague V, Oesser S. (2014), Oral supplementation of specific collagen peptides has beneficial effects on human skin physiology: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study, Skin Pharmacology Physiology; 27(1):47-55.

Rennard BO1, Ertl RF, Gossman GL, Robbins RA, Rennard SI. (2000), Chicken Soup Inhibits Neutrophil Chemotaxis, In Vitro, CHEST, 118 (4):1150 – 1157.

Sarko, J. (2005), Bone and Mineral Metabolism, Emergency Medicine Clinics North America Journal 23(3): 703-721.ent

 

Natural Chemical Free Baby Wipes

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In preparation for the arrival of baby bees #2, I have become more conscious of the amount of plastic which is used around the packaging for the products we use daily for Luella.

It is scary to see how much plastic is around, when looking at the amount nappies and wipes we purchase alone.

Acknowledging we are going to have another under two VERY soon,  I looked into ways I can be more ‘conscious’ around baby care without putting too much pressure on myself with time and the amount of DIY required.

One of the lovely ladies in my Essential Oils Collective shared this chemical free baby wipe recipe I thought i’d give it a go.

It worked so well, smells amazing, was incredibly healing for Luella’s nappy rash- when teething, AND ‘does the job more than others on the market’.  I HAD to share it!

A HUGE thank you to Kate Dixon – You are inspirational darling 🙂

To create this quick, cost effective chemical free baby wipe recipe that makes enough for 2  containers/ dispensers you will need the following:

INGREDIENTS

  •  A roll of good quality paper towel (ideally colour/ pattern free)
  •  2 Tsp of fractionated Coconut Oil (fractionated so when its cold it doesn’t harden and set)
  •  1 x glass mixing bowel or jug
  •  2 Tsp of baby mild Castile Soap (I use Dr Bronners liquid soap)
  •  2 Tighlty sealable containers to store the wipes in (I found rectangle shaped ones are best to fit to size although you can cut the paper into the right size too)
  •  2 cups of boiling filtered Water
  • 10 drops of doTERRA’s chamomile pure essential oil (at approx. 0.5% dilution rate)
  • 15 drops of doTERRA’s frankincense pure essential oil  (approx. 0.5% dilution rate)
  • 15 drops of doTERRA’s lavender pure essential oil (approx. 0.5% dilution rate)

METHOD

  • Using sharp/strong scissors or a sharp knife, cut the roll of paper towel in half and place half in each container- feel free to cut to size if you have a different shaped container/dispenser.
  • Combine coconut oil, castile soap, water into bowl or jug
    Method for Baby wipes
    fractionated coconut oil
  • Stir until coconut oil has melted and it has cooled
  • Then add your 40 drops of essential oil
  • Stir again until all is well combined
  • Divine mixture into two and pour an equal amount of liquid over each of the paper towel halves
  • After a few seconds remove cardboard centre out of each roll to pull wipes from the centre

And there you have it – Safe and gentle baby wipes at your disposal!

NOTE: the good o’l fashioned towel face cloth works while at home – cost effective and kind to our environment.

With Love,

Jodie

Make Toxic Free Deodorant In Less Than 2 Minutes

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DIY Toxic Free Deodorant Recipe

 

INGREDIENTS

  • Milk of Magnesia- magnesium hydroxide- a form of magnesium- ensure that it contains no fillers
  •  20 drops of a pure essential oil of your choice(I use this doTERRA essential oils due to its HIGH quality active constituents and purity.

 

METHOD

  • Pour the Milk of magnesia directly into a roller bottle: I use a 30ml bottle
  • Then add the 20 drops of the essential oil you have chosen
  • I chose lavender due to its anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal, antiseptic, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties.

It is also an essential oil which is soothing on the skin and PLUS it smells good- can’t argue with that 🙂

Place the lid on and then shake before use.

You can always use a combination of pure essential oils of single oils for different desired properties and preferred smells

Examples oils:

  • Lavender oil- my choice
  • Geranium
  • Tea tree
  • Ylang ylang
  • Citrus bliss

So simple to make, and I only need to apply once a day- big win for those who are busy, which lets face most of us are.

Enjoy!!

With love,

Jodie x

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