Essential oils during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum
What are essential oils and how do they work?
Essential oils are natural extracts extracted from flowers, leaves, stems, or roots of plants – and contain the “heart” of the plant: its active ingredients, scent, and energetic effect.
Used correctly, oils can support the body and mind – calming, balancing, strengthening the immune system, relieving stress and pain, or providing a sense of inner security.
The world of aromatherapy is ancient, but today we better understand how to use oils safely and accurately – especially during sensitive periods such as pregnancy and childbirth.
Essential oils during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum
The periods around childbirth are a time when the body and mind undergo major changes – and this is exactly where essential oils can support you.
Use is always done with caution, individually tailored and according to the stage of pregnancy or breastfeeding.
During pregnancy:
Helps release tension and regulate emotions
Supports hormonal balance
Relieve nausea, fatigue, or back pain
Medical treatment as a support or in place of conventional treatment for a variety of conditions such as vaginal thrush, strep throat, viruses, and more
During childbirth:
Create a calm and safe atmosphere
Encourage deep breathing and connection to the body
Supports pain management and a sense of control
Encourages contractions as part of natural labor induction from week 37 or strengthens them
After birth:
Assists in physical and mental recovery
Encourage relaxation and breastfeeding
Strengthens the sense of trust and connection with the baby
Relieve body or uterine pain due to contractions and uterine contractions after childbirth or body pain after a cesarean section
The oils I use in treatments
In my treatments, I incorporate essential oils as an integral part of the experience – in pregnancy massage, Sobada treatments, Watsu sessions, and postpartum emotional processes.
Common oils that I choose as needed:
I choose the oils according to each woman's personal needs – there is no one formula that fits all.
Lavender – calming, soothing, supports sleep
Rose Geranium – for emotional and hormonal balance
Chamomile – soothes stress and pain
Neroli – supports deep emotional release
Sweet orange – improves mood, especially suitable after childbirth
Rose - Shin with the highest energy frequency, supports physiological and emotional processes at all stages of life.
Nettle sage - to relieve menstrual pain, encourage the emptying of the uterus from menstrual blood or after childbirth
Combining oils with touch and water treatments
The oils do not stand alone – they are integrated into touch, movement, and breathing.
Whether it's a pregnancy massage, a Sobada uterine massage, or a Watsu pool water treatment – the right oil, the right scent, at the right time – can make a real difference in feelings of safety and release.
Training on home use of oils – only customized
Many women ask me which oils are allowed or should be used alone at home.
The answer is: it is possible – but only with appropriate guidance.
There are oils that are not suitable for pregnancy, oils that require precise dilution, and oils that are not suitable for direct use on the skin.
If you want to receive a safe, natural, and tailored recommendation for the stage you are in – I am here to guide you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Essential Oils for Women
Are all essential oils suitable for use during pregnancy?
No. Some oils are prohibited or not recommended, especially in the early stages of pregnancy. Any use should only be done after professional consultation.
Can oils be used while breastfeeding?
Yes, but there are limitations. It is important to follow the correct dosages, avoid certain oils, and make sure that there is no impact on the smell and the connection with the baby.
Is it also suitable for women who are sensitive to odor?
Absolutely. I make sure to choose gentle and pleasant oils, and I have experience in adapting to women who are particularly sensitive – both sensory and emotional.
Want to try treatment with essential oils?
Feeling tired, emotionally overwhelmed or stressed in your body?
If you suffer from back or pelvic pain, have trouble sleeping, feel emotionally overwhelmed, or simply can't "breathe" during your period - combined treatment with essential oils can give you exactly what you need:
Relief, balance, and the feeling that someone is watching you.
I invite you to a gentle and precise meeting where we will match oils together that will help you:
Release tension in the body
Calm the nervous system
Dealing with hormonal changes
To return to yourself
Solve physiological and emotional problems
Support healing and coping with viral, bacterial, fungal or parasitic disease.
