This topic is my passion & area of expertise when it comes to using essential oils. It's the whole reason I started using essential oils in the first place.

My youngest son (at the time he was little ...  now he's taller than me) was diagnosed with ADHD when he was in elementary school. Long story short, oils were a huge support, & we were hooked as a family at that point.

After having such a positive experience using them to support ADHD, we started turning to them first, whenever problems popped up. Remember, my husband is actually a Pediatrician. But because of that we also understand that medications are needed at times, but also have some pretty heavy side effects. We don't even use Ibuprofen or Tylenol unless we absolutely have to. 

I don't know why it surprised me every single time we used essential oils to support something we were dealing with ... I would literally run to my husband & tell him what happened. It was so exciting to me to have something work so well & so quick!

Focus issues are not just about ADHD. Us moms are so busy that we struggle with staying focused & getting everything we're required to do each day. So what we're talking about today is helpful for everyone.

So, let's get down to supporting the brain so we can accomplish what we need to each day🙂. Here's what our family has found helpful…

Top Oils for Focus

For kids who need support with focus:

Adaptiv System:

This is my #1 recommendation & comes with a pre-diluted roller bottle, the undiluted essential oil, & the supplement. These are meant to work together, but they can also be purchased separately (you just get a price break when you purchase them as a collection). The supplement is for taking once a day … in the morning is a great time to do it. You can send the roller bottle with your child to school in their backpack to use as needed. Use the undiluted oil in the diffuser during homework time (or anytime you need it). This is not just for kids, but adults too … anyone needing any kind of mood support. 

Vetiver, Serenity, & Balance:

Put 20 drops of each in a 10mL roller bottle. Top off with fractionated coconut oil. Roll on back of neck, wrists, & bottoms of feet in the morning & throughout the school day as needed. My son typically reapplied at lunch.

Thinker blend:

This roller bottle is in doTERRA's Kid's Collection, but adults love & use it too. BTW, the Kid's Collection is only called that because it's oil combinations kids don't mind the smell of & are more apt to enjoy using!❤️ They are every bit as useful to adults!

InTune blend:

This is another of doTERRA's roller bottle blends for supporting healthy brain function & focus.

Vetiver

Rub a drop onto bottoms of feet + behind ears daily. I like to combine this with a drop of Wild Orange.

DDR Prime

Massage 2 drops into the spine or bottoms of the feet daily. You can also take the DDR Prime supplement softgel in place of topically using the essential oil blend. This blend includes many oils that support healthy cell function including Frankincense, Wild Orange, Litsea, Thyme, Clove, Summer Savory, Niaouli, & Lemongrass. (These oils have the added benefit of supporting the immune system … win win!)

Basil, Lavender + Lime

Diffuse 2 drops of each to stimulate the mind & senses in the afternoons. Great during homework or when you're feeling like you need a nap but still need to work!

Rosemary & Peppermint

Diffuse several drops of each daily. Also massage a couple drops onto back of neck.

Peppermint

Use a drop of Peppermint on the tongue to awaken the mind as needed. You can use the oil bottle, or the Peppermint Beadlets are super easy to carry around in your purse (where I always have mine handy) & pop in your mouth when you need focus support, or just to freshen your breath in place of gum (did you know gum is not great for your digestive system?)

Frankincense

Hold a drop on your thumb to the roof of your mouth once daily. Probably just for adults & older children, as younger children don't typically like the taste. The roof of the mouth is a great spot to apply, as you have many blood vessels that run through there. Remember, ESPECIALLY when using oils internally, only use doTERRA.

helpful videos:

Start with this:

My link here allows you to CUSTOMIZE A KIT. This is the unique ability to create a kit that meets your specific needs! You get to pick every piece.

It includes a free doTERRA wholesale account that give you 25% off any purchases whenever you want for one year.

Use this option to pick out the oils you want to try from this post.
Or you can create something entirely different with other oils of your choice. 

I've given you some popular choices in the pictures below, but you can build a kit however you would like!

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Click on any of the following pictures & it will take you to that customized kit where you can check out right now! 

Any of the items below can be deleted or swapped out for other items of your choosing. I've just grouped some of the favorites people love for each wellness goal.

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