Easy Sinus Steamer for Cough and Cold Relief

This is one of my favorite ways to help support my kids’ respiratory systems whenever they start coughing and their noses start running. This is so simple and easy and works so well because it’s using the benefits of steam + essential oils to help relieve respiratory concerns.
Dampen a washcloth with hot water, then place in a quart mason jar.
Add essential oils to the cloth, maximum of 3-5 drops.
While seated, have the child hold the mouth of the jar over his/her nose and mouth and have them breathe in deeply, and then exhale.
I usually have my kids do this for about 5 deep breaths and then let them take a break. You can heat up the cloth again by running it under hot water (no need to add more oils) and repeating this process. Sometimes I’ll have my kids just hold the jar in their laps while they watch a show so they continue to get the benefits of the steam and oils in a less direct capacity.

Some of the oils I like to use for this:
Lemon or Lime - dries up mucus and supports immune system
Ginger - dries up mucus and helps with lung support
Any of the Fir oils (siberian fir, douglas fir, black spruce) - opens airways, cleansing, purifying
Frankincense - respiratory support, opens airways
Cardamom - helps soothe the spasmodic response
Spearmint - gentle and refreshing. Just one drop is usually enough of this one.
Thyme - helps break up congestion and fights threats

As always, if your child experiences discomfort, discontinue immediately. Because this is more of a direct application, I choose to avoid using stronger menthol oils such as peppermint and eucalyptus. I don’t suggest this for kids under the age of 3, simple because it might be hard for them to hold the jar.

Have you ever tried this?
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