When I was developing an essential oil body oil to beat postpartum depression, I stumbled upon and it's proven to be pure JOY in a bottle.
It's been a mainstay for all 8 of my pregnancies, and still use it as a moisturize our skin and to help our children enjoy a positive mood while at school and throughout the day.
Whether you're looking to boost your mood, find a safe remedy to beat sadness or depression, prevent “baby blues,” or just give your brain a little help to produce a ‘happy' serotonin boost, this Joyful Body Oil will be a game-changer for you!
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A Personal Story About Postpartum Depression
“The joy of the LORD is your strength!”
Nehemiah 8:10
My mother had postpartum depression with my younger sister, and I wanted to be proactive against baby blues when I became pregnant with my first baby. Beyond all the prayers we sowed into not suffering from postpartum depression, I wanted something that the baby and I could enjoy together so I went to work and developed this Joyful Blend of essential oils and body oil.
It's power in a bottle! Everyone raves about it. It smells great, and it works. Win-win!
This is hands down one of my favorite combos, and we still love it to this day! It makes a great body oil and daily moisturizer. It's a great combination of essential oils for stretch marks, too. If you have a diffuser, you can put these same essential oils in it to convert your home into a joyful healthy haven.
My hubby looked into why this blend works so well and he discovered that the limonene in orange essential oil has been proven to reduce anxiety and depression. And when mixed with vanilla can help with overwhelm, burnout and frustration.
Isn't God's creation wonderful!
If you struggle with depression or mood issues, please see some of our top essential oils for depression, as well as ways to naturally help manage depression during your pregnancy to ease the strain on your mental health. And never feel bad about reaching out for more health when necessary.
Mama Z's Joyful Body Oil Recipe
How do you keep the baby blues away? How do you beat Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? Is there a quick brain boost that you can smell to instantly feel better?
Try these essential oils for postpartum depression, and let me know what works for you!
Mama Z's Joyful Recipe
Quantity
Ingredients
- 1 ounce Mama Z’s Essential Oil Base
- 4 drops orange essential oil
- 4 drops vanilla essential oil, vanilla CO2, or vanilla absolute
Supplies
- glass bottle or glass salve jar
Instructions
- Once you have your Mama Z’s Oil Base mixed and ready, add the essential oil to 1 ounce of your premade base.
- Mix so the oils blend into the base.
- Store in glass container.
After years of our family using this Joyful Body Oil, I can confidently say it's become more than just a recipe in our home. It's become a daily ritual of wellness and hope.
Whether you're a new mama preparing for your first baby, a seasoned mother looking for natural mood support, or simply someone seeking a gentle way to invite more joy into your daily routine, this simple yet powerful blend offers a beautiful reminder that sometimes the most effective remedies come in the smallest bottles.
Trust the process, be patient with yourself, and remember that taking care of your emotional health is one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself and your family. Here's to finding your joy and blessings in the little things… one drop at a time!
