This holiday season, make a meaningful impact by shopping consignment and supporting small businesses like mine. Here's why:
1. Affordability: Kids grow up so fast, and their needs constantly change. Shopping at kids consignment stores allows you to find high-quality, gently used items at a fraction of the original price. Get more bang for your buck and stretch your holiday budget further.
2. Sustainability: By purchasing from consignment shops, you're promoting sustainability and reducing waste. Instead of items ending up in landfills, they get a second chance to find a new home and be loved by another child. Teach your kids the importance of reusing and recycling while embracing the holiday spirit.
3. Unique and Handcrafted Gifts: Small businesses offer a curated collection of unique and handcrafted items that you won't find in big-box stores. Surprise your loved ones with one-of-a-kind gifts that have a personal touch and show your thoughtfulness. Supporting small businesses allows them to thrive and enhances the diversity of products available in the marketplace.
4. Personalized Service: When you shop at small businesses, you're supporting dreams and real people behind those ventures. Owners like myself are passionate about what we do and provide personalized customer service. We're here to guide you, answer your questions, and ensure you find the perfect gift for the little ones in your life.
5. Community Impact: When you support small businesses, you're directly contributing to the local economy. You help job creation, keep money within the community, and foster a sense of community pride. Your purchases make a significant impact on the lives of business owners and their families.
So, this holiday season, let's make a difference together. Join me in shopping consignment and supporting small businesses like mine. Together, we can create a joyful and sustainable holiday experience for everyone.
My top 5 "Essentials" for a Smooth Transition During Time Change
Introduction:
As parents, we all know how challenging it can be for our children to adjust to the time change. The disrupted sleep patterns and increased stress levels can take a toll on their overall well-being. Fortunately, essential oils can serve as valuable tools to help them transition smoothly. In this article, we will explore five effective ways to incorporate Young Living essential oils and products , into your bedtime routine during the time change.
1. Lavender: The Ultimate Relaxation Aid
Lavender oil has long been celebrated for its calming properties. Incorporating lavender into your child's bedtime routine during the time change can help promote a deep and restful sleep. Simply diffuse a few drops of Lavender oil in their bedroom or apply it to their pillows or bedding before bedtime. Its soothing aroma will create a peaceful atmosphere, setting the stage for a good night's rest.
2. Stress Away: Easing Anxiety and Nervousness
Time change can be particularly stressful for children, leading to anxiety and nervousness. Young Living's Stress Away oil blend offers an ideal solution to combat these emotions. This unique blend of essential oils, including Copaiba, Lime, Cedarwood, and Vanilla, promotes relaxation and a sense of calm. Apply a few drops to the back of their neck or wrists, or diffuse it in their bedroom to help relieve stress and anxiety associated with the time change.
3. Peace and Calming: Promoting Serenity and Tranquility
Another essential oil blend designed to support relaxation is Peace and Calming. ( one is my favorites) This synergistic blend combines a variety of soothing oils, including Tangerine, Ylang Ylang, Blue Tansy, Orange, and Patchouli. Diffusing Peace and Calming in the evening will help create a peaceful and harmonious environment, perfect for helping your child prepare for restful sleep during the time change.
4. Sleepize: Encouraging Deep and Restorative Sleep
Young Living's Sleepize oil blend aims to promote a deep and restorative sleep for your child during the time change. Composed of Lavender, Geranium, Roman Chamomile, Tangerine, Bergamot, Sacred Frankincense, Valerian, and Ruta, Sleepize can help establish a consistent sleep routine. Diffuse Sleepize in their bedroom or apply a diluted mix to their chest or back before bedtime. This blend's calming properties will help create an optimal environment for a restful night's sleep.
5. Unwind Kids: Calming Active Minds Before Bed
Unwind Kids is an essential oil blend specially formulated to calm active minds and promote relaxation. This unique combination of Tangerine, Lavender, Roman Chamomile, and Palo Santo offers a gentle and effective solution for children during the time change. Diffuse Unwind Kids in their bedroom before bedtime, or apply it topically to their chest or back. Its soothing fragrance will help settle their minds, allowing for a peaceful transition into sleep.
Conclusion:
The time change can be a challenging adjustment for both children and parents alike. However, with the support of essential oils such as Lavender, Stress Away, Peace and Calming, Sleepize, and Unwind Kids from Young Living, you can help your child navigate this transition with ease. By incorporating these oils into your bedtime routine, you can create a calm and nurturing environment that promotes restful sleep and reduces stress. Embrace the power of natural solutions and make the time change a hassle-free experience for your entire family.
