Essential Oils by Trimester

OILS TO AVOID IN PREGNANCY

The decision to use essential oils during pregnancy can be a difficult one. There are a wide variety of opinions on the matter, often with conflicting and confusing claims.

For example, some women choose to avoid excessive use of these specific oils:

• Clary Sage or Sage

• Fennel

• Wintergreen

• Idaho Tansy or Hyssop

• Peppermint

• Blends and supplements that contain these oils

However, essential oil usage is a personal choice, and there are no hard-and-fast rules. Just be sure to follow label directions and consult a medical professional with essential oil experience to be as safe as possible. When used correctly, essential oils can help form a beautiful bond between motherhood and Mother Nature.

FIRST TRIMESTER

• Stick to oils that are familiar and fresh, such as Lavender, Citrus Fresh & Lemongrass.

• Start low and go slow. Experiment by diffusing a small amount of oil in a spacious area and see how you respond. If you don’t have any issues, try diffusing a higher concentration of the oil, and consider applying it to the skin after diluting it with a carrier oil.

• Keep nausea at bay by snacking regularly. Slique Bars, Pure Protein Complete, pretzels, fruits, veggies and nuts are all great options.

• Support energy levels with NingXia Red — this will be your best friend!

SECOND TRIMESTER

• Exercising during pregnancy can be tough. Diffuse essential oils such as R.C, Citrus Fresh and Jade Lemon to inspire you to get moving.

• Support your growing baby bump by applying skin supporting oils like Lavender and Frankincense

• Follow good oral hygiene practices by brushing and flossing regularly with our Thieves line.

• Keep hydrated with Ningxia Red and enjoy the wellness boost.

THIRD TRIMESTER

• Support healthy looking skin by applying essential oils topically. Add several drops to your facial moisturizer or body lotion and apply daily. Some of my faves are Frankincense and Copaiba.

• Prepare your labour toolkit. Using anything energising or calming are a great support. Drinking Ningxia Red to support energy levels is fantastic too!

• Incorporate essential oils such as Peace & Calming or Stress Away into your bedtime routine to create a relaxing aroma.

• Boost confidence and self-esteem by diffusing Valor or White Angelica.

If you are super new to oils and are needing extra information, you can follow me for more tips on Instagram here.

See my blog post about what supplements I am incorporating into my pregnancy here.

I have also created a Natural Pregnancy Guide here.