Essential Oils that Help Labor

Essential oils that help labor can be used to help relieve pain and cramps, aid breathing and for their relaxing and calming properties.

Some essential oils that help labor are clary sage and jasmine. Add 2 drops of each to 20 ml of grapeseed oil. In the early stages of labor, this blend can be massaged across the abdomen and lower back. massage should be given at intervals, when women feels the need.

A fragrant blend can help soothe pain and promote calm breathing during the contractions.

• 2 drops of frankincense essential oil
• 1 drop of mandarin essential oil
• 1 drop of lemon essential oil
• 1 drop of grapefruit essential oil

Vaporize the blend with 10 ml of grapeseed oil. You can use it for a bath also.

Rose is other essential oils often quoted as suitable for labor. And as having an affinity as a reproductive tract. Rosewater makes a wonderful refreshing revive for mother during the labor.

In some women who completely second stages of pregnancy but in whom the placenta slower than normal to seperate, essential oils can be used to intiate action. Jasmine oil massage over fundus. Lavender or clary sage can be used too.

( source : Clinical aromatherapy for pregnancy and childbirth )

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

Beside Essential oils that help labor, you can check essential oils for use during your pregnancy.

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