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guidelines: blending for expectant mamas

guidelines: blending for expectant mamas

I am often asked about blending specifically for expectant moms. Below you’ll find my general guidelines which are either on par with–or more conservative than–guidelines from industry experts on safe use of essential oils. I’ve posted them as a permanent page as well–downloadable pdfs of…

essential oils & pregnancy/breastfeeding

essential oils & pregnancy/breastfeeding

EARLY PREGNANCY: Generally speaking, we do not recommend the use of essential oils during the first trimester of pregnancy—this is too a delicate time for mom and the developing little one. 2ND TRIMESTER & ON: First, check the following lists to identify essential oils that should be…