Aroma therapy treatment for ease discomfort during pregnancy

The tremendous changes our bodies undergo during pregnancy lead to many discomforts. Aroma therapy treatment can be used to ease discomfort during your pregnancy from morning sickness to stretch marks.

Each pregnancy comes with its own set of discomforts, arising from ordinary fluctuations in hormones and bodily changes. Many problems during pregnancy included those noted below, can be alleviated by using essential oils.

Except for the morning sickness remedy below, it is important that you do not use essential oils during the first three to four months of your pregnancy.

Moreover, even if your essential oils come from natural sources and are certified pure (as they should be), that does not necessarily make them safe to use during pregnancy. The following aromatic blends can be safely enjoyed after your first trimester to positively affect your overall physical and emotional well-being.

Aroma therapy treatment for nausea during pregnancy.

There is nothing more effective for morning sickness than peppermint oil. Nausea is very common problem in the erly stages of pregnancy.

One drop peppermint sprinkle on a tissue and sniff at intervals is usually adequate to bring relief, but in severe cases where the women constantly vomits then you can apply lavender to your abdomen.

Add 2 drops of lavender to a bowl of warm water, soak a small towel, wring it out and place in your abdomen for 30 min.

You can replace peppermint with ginger essential oils.

Beside inhale the peppermint oil you can make a peppermint tea. Using 1 teaspoon of black tea and 1 drop of peppermint oil add to 4 cup of hot water.

Aroma therapy treatment for stretch marks during pregnancy

As the breasts and abdomen grow bigger, the skin has to stretch and can lead stretch marks. Once formed these scars are difficult to get rid of it.

To prevent you can apply 4 drops lavender and 1 drop of neroli to 20 ml of wheatgrem oil. Using light sweeeping movements, gentlyrub the oil into the skin of the abdomen. Do this twice daily.

Aroma therapy treatment for depression in pregnancy

This blend is for three to nine months of pregnancy.

2 drops of palmarosa and 2 drops of neroli dilute in 20 ml of sweet almond oil.

Use this blend to massage your back, shoulder, and neck. You can ask your partner to do it. Sit on the stool and lean on a pillow on a dining table once you cannot lie on your front. Massage twice a week.

Aroma therapy treatment for heartburn during pregnancy.

Some essential oils can help you with heartburn are : peppermint, rose and sandalwood ( recommended ).

To ease heartburn and gassy discomfort in your chest or abdomen, you can take 1 drops of essential oil ( neat or add with honey water.

Aroma therapy treatment for anxiety attack during pregnancy

As the big day draws near, feelings of anxiety and nervousness about the labor and delivery are prominent. Use this blend to clear your mind and bring you peace. Add 3 drops of lavender and 1 drop of neroli to 10 ml bottle. To make it full you can add carrier oil.

Put a few drops in oil burner and inhale. Or Add several drops to your unscented lotion and massage on your body.

Aroma therapy treatment for hemorrhoids in pregnancy.

Women who complain of hemorrhoids may find relief in taking a cool sitz bath with 6 drops lemon oil. To prepare the bath set a large plastic tub in the bathtub and fill with water. Add the oils and stir to spread. Keeping legs and feet outside the plastic tub, lower yourself into the water and soak for 20 minutes. Follow up with an aromatic massage of 7 drops cypress and 7 drops lemon oil in 2 ounces olive oil.

Aroma therapy treatment for insomnia during pregnancy.

Unfortunately, as pregnancy progresses, not sleeping well can become an issue for some women and being stressed will only exacerbate the situation. If insomnia's getting you down, try getting some gentle light exercise in the day. Avoid daytime naps and don't eat too close to bedtime.

Having a bath can develop a relaxing night time. Be sure to clear your mind of all thoughts (as best you can) before hitting the pillow.

Lavender is the best essential oils to beat insomnia. Take 6 drops of it and add to a comfortably hot bath. Just lie back and relax.

Beside taking bath with lavender, you should avoid caffeine and chocolate.

Marjoram and neroli can replace for lavender. These essential oils can be take in bath or sprinkle in your pillow. You can make lavender pillow mist from this recipe.

This information is meant as general advice. Please consult your health practitioner or a qualified aromatherapist for advice on your specific situation

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