Going-Well.com - Natural Health Remedies and Homemade Beauty Recipes » Pregnancy http://going-well.com On the Journey to Wellness Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:47:30 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 en hourly 1 Aromatherapy and use of essential oils in pregnancy http://going-well.com/2009/11/19/aromatherapy-and-use-of-essential-oils-in-pregnancy/ http://going-well.com/2009/11/19/aromatherapy-and-use-of-essential-oils-in-pregnancy/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:19:15 +0000 Natalia Golubkoff http://going-well.com/?p=2540 It is very important to study and learn as much as possible about an essential oil before considering its use in pregnancy. Some essential oils are composed of very active chemical components that can be toxic and dangerous in pregnancy. Be especially careful about using any essential oils in the first three months of pregnancy, when miscarriage is most likely to occur. Some essential oils may cause skin sensitization or irritation and this may be heightened in ... Read more]]> aromatherapy-pregnancyIt is very important to study and learn as much as possible about an essential oil before considering its use in pregnancy. Some essential oils are composed of very active chemical components that can be toxic and dangerous in pregnancy. Be especially careful about using any essential oils in the first three months of pregnancy, when miscarriage is most likely to occur. Some essential oils may cause skin sensitization or irritation and this may be heightened in pregnancy.

Examples of essential oils that should be avoided in pregnancy are:

  • Angelica
  • Basil
  • Clove
  • Cinnamon
  • Coriander
  • Fennel
  • Ginger
  • Juniper
  • Myrrh
  • Nutmeg
  • Parsley
  • Peppermint
  • Rose
  • Rosemary
  • Sage
  • Thyme

aromatherapy-bathExamples of essential oils that can be used in pregnancy are:

  • Bergamot
  • Eucalyptus
  • Frankincense
  • Geranium
  • Grapefruit
  • Lavender
  • Lemon
  • Mandarin
  • Sandalwood
  • Sweet Orange
  • Tea Tree
  • Ylang Ylang

Many essential oils can be used safely in pregnancy and help alleviate many pregnancy related problems. However it is strongly advised to consult a qualified aromatherapist on the use of essential oils in pregnancy to avoid any potential dangers.

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