However
the benefits to mum-to-be during the second and third trimester
can be enormous on an emotional and physical level. If used
correctly and with the respect they deserve they can treat
many of the everyday complaints suffered by pregnant women
in a natural and gentle way at a time when it is particularly
advisable to avoid chemical drugs.
| Ailment |
Oil |
Adult
Dosage
(over 12 years) |
Application |
| FAINTING |
ROSEMARY
PEPPERMINT
LAVENDER |
1 Drop of either. |
Tissue: Wave under nose. |
HAEMORRHOIDS
(Temporary Relief of Discomfort) |
CYPRESS
GERANIUM
|
1 Drop each to 1tspn of KY Jelly,
Vaseline, or Aqueous Cream. |
Apply twice daily to affected
area. |
| 1 Drop each to large bowl warm
water. |
Bathe: Sit in bowl for 10 minutes
twice daily. |
| SOOTHE PERENIUM (After
Birth) |
LAVENDER |
2 Drops in bowl ice water |
Bathe: (Sitz Bath) To relieve
discomfort and soak stitches. |
OEDEMA
Fluid Retention
(Temporary Relief of Symptoms) |
GERANIUM
|
4 Drops in 25ml Carrier oil. |
Massage: Legs, ankles and arms. |
| 2 Drops in bowl warm water |
Foot Bath: For swollen feet.
|
| NOTE:
IF FLUID RETENTION PERSISTS SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE. |
| STRETCH MARKS |
MANDARIN
|
6 Drops in 15ml Carrier oil
(JOJOBA, WHEATGERM) |
Massage: Thighs, upper legs
light strokes only on abdomen. Apply twice daily. |
