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This information is intended as a guide only.   


Where there is a history of miscarriage Essential Oils should Not be used during pregnancy.
If at any time you are worried about any aspect of your pregnancy you should consult your G.P.

Do Not use Essential oils neat.  They must be blended in a carrier oil before use.  Most oils are suitable such as Sweet Almond Oil, Calendula Oil, Coconut Oil, Grapeseed Oil, Jojoba Oil, Vegetable Oil, Olive Oil. (For a Base Oil without the dreaded stain please contact me)

Do Not ingest or take essential Oils internally.

Keep Essential Oils out of the reach of children

Examples of Essential Oils
which should NOT be used in Pregnancy

Aniseed Juniper
Arnica Marjoram
Basil Myrrh
Birch Nutmeg
Camphor Pennyroyal
Cedarwood Peppermint
Cypress Rosemary
Fennel Sage
Hyssop Tarragon
Jasmine Thyme

Examples of Essential Oils 
which are SAFE to use in 
Pregnancy

Cardamon

Neroli

Camomile (German)

Palmarosa

Camomile (Roman)

Patchouli

Clary Sage

Petitgrain

Coriander seed

Rose

Geranium

Rosemary

Ginger

Rosewood

Lavender

Sandalwood

The list above are just some examples of oils which are safe to use during pregnancy and are particularly pleasant in an Aroma Bath.  Mix a few drops of the oil/s with a little alcohol (vodka is the best as it has little smell) or milk. Just before you get into the bath add your blend to the bathwater.
Make sure the bathwater is not too hot!

 

Stretch-marks

These are best treated before they happen!

As soon as you know you are expecting you should massage your tummy and hips with oil or cream daily to increase elastically of the skin. Massaging with almond oil, olive oil or a rich cream is helpful.  For a more luxurious treatment you can use essential oils Mandarin or Neroli (5 drops of Mandarin plus 10 drops Neroli) in 25mls of Rosehip seed oil.  Rosehip oil is very beneficial to the skin.  You could also add up to 50 drops of Hazelnut oil - rich in Vitamin E.

 

Other Problems

Symptom

Oil  
(these are also safe to use)

Method

Morning Sickness

Ginger or Peppermint

one or two drops on tissue and inhale,  
and/or Tea drink*

Oedema
(swelling of legs
 & ankles)†

Geranium

Massage the legs firmly, away from ankles towards the thigh

Circulatory Problems‡

Lemon
 

(10 drops in 25 mls of carrier oil/cream) gentle massage toward the heart 

Emotional problems eg. anxiety, depression,

Rose, Neroli, Camomile, Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, Sandalwood

Bath, burner, massage

 

*          can also use fresh Ginger Root instead.  If using Ginger or Peppermint Oil add one or two drops (max) of
           your chosen oil onto a teabag, place in cup or mug, add hot water and sip, do not use milk.
†          if severe consult your G.P.
‡          usually occurs in advance pregnancy  

 

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