Say Goodbye to Toxins, Not Just the Bugs🌿

If you’ve ever read the back of a can of bug spray and thought, “If this needs a hazmat warning, maybe it shouldn’t be on my toddler’s ankles,” you are 100% my people.

I used to think the worst part of summer was the bug bites—until I realized the real issue was what we were using to prevent them. When my son was diagnosed with ADHD, we dove into research and found a surprising link between household chemicals (yep, even pest control stuff) and hormone disruption, allergies, asthma, sleep problems—and all the things we were already dealing with and didn’t want to make worse.

Switching to natural options wasn’t instant, but it was powerful. Once we tossed the toxic sprays and started using essential oils like TerraShield, Peppermint, and Citronella, we saw fewer flare-ups—in his behavior, in my allergies, and even in our sleep. And guess what? It wasn’t just effective. It was easy, affordable, and actually smelled good. So now I’m sharing these must-haves with moms who are done choosing between safety and results.

TerraShield Spray

TerraShield is like bug spray’s crunchy, nature-loving older sister. This blend of Citronella, Lemongrass, Cedarwood, Peppermint, and more is powerful, safe, and easy to apply. It comes ready-to-use, or you can get the pure oil version if you love DIY. Just swipe it on wrists, ankles, and neck—no more playing mosquito buffet. Bonus: it smells like a spa, not a science lab.

Peppermint & Citronella Oils

If you’re into DIY or diffusing, these oils are must-haves. Citronella wards off bugs like a boss, and Peppermint is fantastic for ants and spiders. Mix a few drops in a spray bottle with water, and boom—you’ve got a pet-safe, kid-safe way to protect your home, garden, and even your picnic table. Bonus tip: ants hate peppermint. One swipe along your baseboards and they head for the hills.

Bug Bite Relief Roller

Too late—you got bit? Don’t reach for Benadryl just yet. Lavender, Tea Tree, and Peppermint oils calm the itch and sting fast, without knocking you out or messing with your gut. I keep a roller bottle in my bag all summer and even use it on mystery rashes and scrapes. It’s basically our summer skin fix-it. Just roll it on the bite and breathe a sigh of relief.

Most moms don’t want to become chemists—we just want stuff that works and won’t wreck our kids’ health. What if you could ditch the bug spray with the skull-and-crossbones (yes, that’s a real symbol on some cans) and still keep pests away?

With these essential oil options, you’re not just avoiding toxic chemicals. You’re lowering your family’s total toxic burden—which, by the way, builds up over time and can contribute to behavioral issues, hormone imbalances, respiratory problems, and more. You’re also:

Saving money (DIY sprays cost pennies per use)
Feeling more confident and in control of what’s in your home
Protecting pets who lick everything they touch
Supporting your values of clean living and natural health

These aren’t just oils. They’re tools to help you live more intentionally, more in alignment, with more peace of mind.

I know how overwhelming it can feel to cut out toxins—especially when it seems like everything is a hazard. But you don’t have to do it all at once. One swap at a time is how I started.

Ready to swap the scary stuff for something that smells great, works, and gives you peace of mind? Click here to grab TerraShield or any of the oils I mentioned and start your summer the safe, simple way. Let’s keep our homes bug-free—and our families healthy. 🏡✨

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