Welcome to Essentially Kate!
As a Mom, I’m always worried about the kids. We spend a lot of time thinking about what they are exposed to, how to keep them healthy (and with two boys, how to keep them alive). Our good friends introduced us to essential oils and some of the great, natural alternatives available through Young Living and we’ve never looked back. I’m excited to share with you my family’s journey towards a healthier, more natural lifestyle and be a resource for you on your own journey. Thank you for visiting!
100% Natural
With so many manufactured and engineered substances out there, I take comfort in knowing that the products I rely on are directly from nature.
Seed to Seal Commitment
The quality control process with Young Living products leaves nothing to chance, and I can count on the purity of each product.
Rigorous Lab Testing
After using it for years now, I trust the Young Living family. But just in case I didn't, the extensive third-party lab tests back it up.
Proven Reliability
With over three decades of quality, this isn't some fly-by-night Amazon order. I know I can count on the quality and of these products.
Learn the Benefits of Essential Oils Daily Use
A Daily Prebiotic That I Can Trust When we think about health, we often focus on what to remove from our diets. However, true wellness is also about what we add—especially when it comes to supporting our digestive system. I’ve been a fan of prebiotics for a while – starting
Finally Finding the Right Collagen Over the last year, I started using the Young Living Inner Beauty Collagen Powder. Prior to that I had been using a different collagen product. It claimed that you could put it in whatever you wanted to drink and it would dissolve. I found that
Better Sleep Through Lavender A couple years ago, I started struggling with sleep. I blame the kids. And my husband. It certainly can’t be my fault, right? I would be up in the middle of the night with my brain running nonstop. It became a real struggle for a couple
Natural, Safe Solutions For The Daily Problems Families Face
We all want to be healthy. But occasionally the after-school schedule means you, too, have no better idea than a run through McDonald’s that you enjoy in a parking lot outside of a practice field while shuttling kids 17 different places. Yes, I’d prefer a nice blackened chicken salad, but some days it isn’t going to happen. But, I can start the day right and still take care of myself, and it’s not as hard as it might seem. My fresh start list may give you a boost.
Ha! I know that sounds crazy. And most days it feels like it is crazy. But, with a little effort, I can make a real difference in my sleep, and I’m personally a huge fan of lavender to help that process along. Just starting a diffuser in my bedroom 20 minutes before bed makes a huge difference. And when I forget… Like every other night… The roll-on adapter let’s me get back on track without the time investment. See my sleepy-time favorites here.
My boys have always been restless. Whether it’s fighting to stay up late, needing another glass of water, or tossing and turning, healthy sleep habits are a challenge. We use SleepyIze and a diffuser in each of the boys rooms to help them get a good night’s rest. A well-rested kid is still a handful, but slightly less of a handful when they actually get a decent sleep. Even if we forget, the boys are quick to ask for SleepyIze. It’s like the roll-on magically gives their brain permission to sleep. See my favorites for sleepy kids here.
I am surrounded by dudes. Between my husband, two boys, and our dog (also male), keeping the house smelling fresh and pleasant is a constant battle made much easier with a good diffuser and a few of my favorite essential oils. And when everyone slams through the door after soccer practice, I can just turn a diffuser on high. There are too many scents to just have one. Think about what brightens your day, but if you ever want to cry because someone didn’t flush the toilet, my go-to list to keep the house smelling fresh might come in handy.
It’s pretty simple. I like my house clean, and I don’t want to worry about what chemicals I left hanging in the air or on the kitchen counter in the process. I want to know that the soaps and cleaners I’m using are safe for my kids. Let’s face it – they aren’t making a sandwich on a plate or paper towel. They’re animals, and they’re going to put it right on the counter. I love that the YL products I use for a clean home are safe for my family.
How I Fell In Love With Essential Oils and Young Living Products
My husband likes to tease me that if he ever has a good idea he actually wants me to listen to, he’ll tell my best friend since I’ll actually listen to her. This is funny, but also not far from the truth. As a Mom and a parent, I rely on my community of friends to help when times are tough or when there’s something new that could benefit me and my family that I’m not familiar with.
That is largely how we got started using Young Living products. We would have a problem – a kid with an upset tummy, or I wasn’t sleeping or the kids weren’t sleeping, or I didn’t like the toxins in a household cleaner around the little ones. Time and time again, some of our best friends would suggest that we try a Young Living product. And I would. And then it would stick.
I’m not a scientist or a chemist or a social media influencer. I’m just a Mom who decided to share some of the things that have been a huge benefit to our lives and our family. Thanks for stopping by my site. I hope you find something that can be a blessing to your family.
These are some of the products we use in our home every day.
Special Discount For First-Time YL Customers
I hope you’ve enjoyed reading about how our family has benefited from Young Living in our home. I am pleased to be able to share a discount for any first-time customers! Just include the promo code “SHAREYL” at the checkout. This link will take you to the entire Young Living catalog. Thanks for stopping by!