Happy Family Day 2025

Family Day is a great time to spend time with those you love, whether its skating on Cranberry Marsh, seeking the big views along the many local family friendly sled trails or enjoying each others company in the cozy place you call home.  What’s important is creating memories, being present, relaxed, joyful and open to giving and receiving love from those who mean the most to you.  

To celebrate the first long weekend of the year, we’ve put together a Family Day Essential Oil Collection—a selection of gentle, safe, and supportive oils that promote relaxation, joy, and togetherness. Whether you’re spending the day with children, parents, siblings, or chosen family, essential oils can help create a warm, uplifting, engaging atmosphere for quality time together. 

For those with pets as part of their family, essential oils should not be diffused around cats, birds, fish or amphibians as they can be harmful.  Most oils are safe to diffuse indoors around dogs but remember to leave a way for your furry friend to leave the room and do further research on each oil to make sure its right for everyone you call family.  

💜 Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) – Calm & Comfort

Lavender is the ultimate go-to for creating a peaceful home. Diffusing Lavender can help soothe nerves, promote relaxation, and encourage restful sleep—perfect for winding down after a busy family day. Add 4-5 drops to a diffuser in the evening to create a calming atmosphere before bedtime. Or place a few drops of Lavender on a cotton ball and place under your pillow to support a deep, peaceful sleep. 💖 Cozy Afternoons: Add Lavender in the pot of water on the wood stove to create a relaxing and joyful atmosphere for quiet time or family bonding.

Precautions: Generally safe for all ages when properly diluted. Avoid use if you have low blood pressure, as it may cause further relaxation.

🍊 Sweet Orange (Citrus sinensis) – Joy & Warmth

Bright and cheerful, Sweet Orange brings a burst of sweetness and warmth to any space. Its uplifting scent encourages joy and happiness making it a great choice to diffuse during playful, happy, energetic family activities. 🌟Morning Boost: Diffuse Sweet Orange to start the day with positive energy and optimism

Precautions: Photosensitive: Avoid applying to skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight within 12 hours.  Best used in a personal inhaler, especially when playing outdoors. Can be stimulating for some individuals—best used earlier in the day.  

🌼 Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) – Gentle & Soothing

One of the most family-friendly oils, Roman Chamomile has a soft, apple-like scent that soothes emotions and promotes relaxation. It’s especially great for little ones who need extra calming support after being overstimulated or overtired.  Add a few drops to your diffuse and let it run for 10 minutes before and after putting your littles to bed (20 minutes total) to create a nurturing, calming atmosphere.

Precautions: Allergy Warning: Avoid if allergic to plants in the Asteraceae family (ragweed, daisies, marigolds). Avoid use during the first trimester of pregnancy 

🌳 Frankincense (Boswellia spp.) – Peace & Presence

Frankincense is known for its grounding and centering properties which is perfect for creating mindful moments with family.  Whether relaxing & spending quality time together in the kitchen, around the fireplace or enjoying conversations sharing personal reflections, by diffusing Frankincense you can help create a relaxing indoor environment. 🌙 Evening Wind-Down: Diffuse Roman Chamomile and Frankincense to ease into a peaceful night.  

Precautions: Generally well-tolerated but always dilute before topical use. Can be drying to sensitive skin. Avoid if taking blood-thinning medications, as it may have mild anticoagulant effects.

 

 Remember to do your research on the benefits, potential harmful effects and more blending ideas on all our oils here.  

 

If you need a quick, on the go way to enjoy the benefits of our Family Friendly oils, why not gather the gang and everyone can make their own personal roller bottle which allows for easy, safe topical application.

 

Here’s how each oil can benefit your family:

💜 Lavender: Apply to wrists, neck, or soles of the feet to promote relaxation, ease occasional stress, and support restful sleep.
🍊 Sweet Orange: Roll onto pulse points for a mood boost and to reduce occasional nervous tension.
🌼 Roman Chamomile: Gently apply to the skin for emotional balance, soothing occasional irritation, and providing a sense of comfort before bedtime.
🌳 Frankincense: Use on the chest or hands to support deep breathing, promote relaxation, and nurture skin health.

 

How to Make a 10ml Roller Bottle (3% Dilution) with Jojoba Oil

1. Fill the bottle almost to the top with Jojoba oil (about 6 ml / 1 rounded teaspoon) or your favorite carrier oil.
2. Add no more than 6 drops total of your chosen oil or blend of multiple oils.
3. Secure the roller top, put the lid on, shake gently, and apply as needed.
4. Don’t forget to label your roller with the oil(s) you used including the carrier, your name and the date you made it.  Most roller bottles are good for up to 2 years.  

Do you need to refill your oil inventory or short an oil?  Have a look at our local inventory – Free Delivery available in the Robson Valley

For those with wood stoves, place a few drops of any of these to a pot of water on the stove to gently diffuse the aroma.  This is a great way to mix and match oils and create your own blend to everyone to enjoy.  

After enjoying any of family friendly outdoor activities here in the Robson Valley, treat your skin to a moisturizing treat by adding a few drops of any of these oils – except Sweet Orange to a large dollop of unscented lotion like our GREEN GOODNESS Unscented lotion. Not only will you benefit from the qualities of your chosen oil, but our Unscented Green Goodness Body Lotion delivers deep hydration and skin-loving nutrients provided by Organic Canadian Hemp Oil, Organic Avocado oil and Aloe Vera without any added fragrance.

Create Lasting Memories with Essential Oils

Family Day is about enjoying each other company, laughter, bonding and love. Whether you’re playing in mountains, building snow forts, walking around our many trails, creating magical meals in the kitchen or simply enjoying each other, essential oils can help set the mood and enhance these special moments.

Explore our Family Day Collection and bring a little extra warmth, joy, and relaxation into your home. 💜🍊🌿

What are your favorite ways to use essential oils with your family?

Share your thoughts in the comments! 😊