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Can essential oils be used during the birthing process?

April 26, 2017birthing Essential Oils process Used

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Can essential oils be used during the birthing process?

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Traditionally we have said that oils like lavender can help relax mom by scenting the air, when used as a back rub etc. However it has also been said that relaxants work counter to the process of giving birth. We are unaware of any studies done on the effect of oils such as lavender on the CNS (central nervous system) of a new born baby – personally it wouldn’t be our choice (Safety chair) to administer psycho physiologically depressant substances to a new born baby. But again, this attitude might be considered extreme by some.