How to Get to Sleep When You Have a Cold
A bedtime linen spray to help you sleep when you have a cold or the flu.
What are the main things the doctor tells you to do when you have a cold or the flu? Drink plenty of fluids, and get plenty of rest.
Drinking fluids is usually no problem, but getting plenty of rest can be easier said than done!
It's not always easy to get to sleep when you have a cold . . . and lying awake all night restlessly can be so frustrating.
I have a linen spray recipe that you can spray on your sheets, blankets, and pillowcases before you tuck yourself in, which can help your mind and body relax while easing respiratory troubles. (It's best to spray under your pillowcases so you don't have a wet pillow against your cheek).
If you're making this for a child, reduce the number of essential oil drops in half.
Linen Spray Recipe
Sleep When You Have a Cold
This linen spray helps ease respiratory troubles and relax the mind and body so you can sleep.
Ingredients
2 fl oz (60 ml) Water (distilled or filtered)
Equipment
One 2 oz (60 ml) spray bottle
Directions
Put the water in the spray bottle.
Add the essential oils.
Close the bottle, shake gently and spray your linens.
If you prefer to use a solubol (dispersant) in your spray, simply add 4 drops of solubol per 1 drop of essential oil.
Since there are no preservatives in this, I recommend making a fresh bottle every few weeks.
Sleep despite the sniffles
The great thing about the essential oils in this recipe is that most of them have the dual effects of calming the nervous system and soothing congestion. When we combine them, they all work in synergy to enhance one another's strengths.
Cedarwood and frankincense, for example, are famous essential oils for helping the mind calm down. And lavender's relaxing qualities have been well researched. Roman chamomile is one of the most calming oils I know. This oil feels like a friend to me, and having it send me off to sleep is so comforting.
Together the four oils are super-soothing and can bring welcomed relief to your respiratory system.
I hope this recipe helps you get to sleep when you have a cold!
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