Essentials Oils for Pregnancy

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.