SAFE TO USE (Always Dilute)
AromaLife
Preeclampsia (Toxemia)
Bergamot
Elevate mood and combat depression. Analgesic, antiseptic, antidepressant, uplifting, and refreshing. Helpful for cystitis during pregnancy
Black Pepper
Blue Tansy
Cedarwood
Chamomile
Aid sleep quality. Help relieve bloating and gas. Improve the appearance of skin. Antiseptic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic. Soothes pain from muscular aches, headaches, toothaches and indigestion
Coriander
Cypress
After 5 months, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent and diuretic. Helpful for varicose veins, haemorrhoids and swollen ankles
DiGize
Morning Sickness (apply to feet and abdomen)
Elemi
Eucalyptus
Aids congestion, clear the sinuses and aid pain relief. Antiseptic, antibiotic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral. Helpful with respiratory congestion
Frankincense
Antiseptic, astringent, sedative, warming
Gentle Baby
May prevent stretch marks. Relieves mon's stress. Helpful for perineum massage
Geranium
After 3 months, antiseptic, antidepressant, astringent, refreshing, uplifting. eases aching legs and is good for poor circulation
Ginger
Morning Sickness (apply to feet and abdomen). Relieve upset stomach. Lessen the frequency and severity of nausea through inhalation.
Grapefruit
Astringent, digestive aid, lymphatic stimulant. Helps with water retention
Helichrysum
Into The Future
Let go of fear and trauma surrounding birth / labor
Lavender
Morning Sickness (apply to wrist & behind ears). Calming & anti-inflammatory. Headaches and migraines. May stop early labor if rubbed on belly. Antibiotic, analgesic, antidepressant, healing, relaxing. Helps soothe aches and pains of pregnancy, encourages cell renewal and helps with fluid retention
Lemon
Reduce nausea and stress levels. Antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal, astringent, stimulant, tonic. Useful as an inhalant for morning sickness and in massage for varicose veins
Lime
Marjoram
Melaleuca (Tea Tree)
Antibiotic, antiseptic, antifungal, antiviral, disinfectant. Can be used to treat thrush during pregnancy.
Neroli
Antiseptic, antidepressant, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, relaxing. Useful in pregnancy to promote healthy skin cell regeneration and for easing nervous tension
Orange
Overcome feelings of anxiety or stress and improve negative moods
Oregano
Patchouli
Antiseptic, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, nerve sedative. Eases confusion, indecision and apathy
Peppermint
Morning Sickness (apply to wrist). Relieves headaches.
Pine
Roman Chamomile
Rose
Sandalwood
Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, sedative. Helpful for cystitis during pregnancy
Spearmint
Tangerine
Antispasmodic, lymphatic stimulant, calming, sedative. Helps to prevent stretch marks.
Thieves
Morning Sickness (diffuse)
Valarian
Valor
Aligns mom's hips. Soothes sciatic pain. Provides courage.
Vetiver
Ylang Ylang
Relaxing, improve hormonal swing, manage anxiety and irritability, antiseptic, antidepressant, aphrodisiac, sedative, lowers blood pressure. Restorative when overworked or tense.
OILS TO AVOID
Basil
Cassia
Cinnamon Bark
Induce Labor; ok during labor
Clary Sage
Induce Labor; ok during labor
Clove
Induce Labor; ok during labor
Jasmine
Induce Labor; ok during labor
Lemongrass
Might stimulate menstrual flow
Myrrh
Stimulates uterine bleeding
Rosemary
Induce Labor; ok during labor
Thyme
Might stimulate menstrual flow
Wintergreen
Might cause hormone secretions
* As always, use caution if you have allergies or a family history of allergies. If you think you may be allergic to an oil, do a patch test first.
This information has been provided with the best intentions possible. However, it is the responsibility of the user to seek professional medical advice from a doctor or midwife when considering which oils are suitable for their particular circumstance.