Pregnancy days are bound to be tiresome, associated with factors like nausea, morning sickness, aching limbs, back pain and headache. With so many natural remedies available these days, why not take the advantage of them during the most delicate time of your life. Essential oils are made from plant extracts that are powerful and potent natural medicines to wade away most of the discomforts of your body.
However, many have doubts if essential oils are really safe during pregnancy? In this case you need to be careful while choosing the oils as all of them are not safe during pregnancy; the ones that can help you during this time not only makes you feel uplifted and energised but also improves your overall health. It is recommended to take the expert advice before you apply any of the essential oils.
Mood lifting – The application of essential oils in various forms aids in keeping you energised and uplifts your mood with positivity. Since the oils soothe your nerves and give a comforting sensation, they are appropriate to keep your mind clear from any tensions and stress.
Reduces pain and aches – Massaging of essential oils and taking bath with few drops in the water will evidently reduce back and shoulder pain, ankle pain due to swelling. It also helps to reduce nausea and effects of morning sickness.
The oils of basil, cedarwood, black pepper, clove, cinnamon, chamomile, fennel, horseradish, lemon, jasmine, nutmeg, oregano, mustard, myrrh, lemongrass, rosemary, pine, peppermint, stinging nettle, sage, and thyme should be strictly avoided during pregnancy as some of them are toxic and can have  emmenagogue action on you leading to miscarriage.
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