Clary Sage
If you haven't already read my post Speedy Delivery be sure to check that out to see some of the reasons why I love clary sage! In short, helps kick start your oxytocin production which brings on the uterine contractions needed for birthing!
Geranium
Another oil mentioned in the Speedy Delivery post, but this oil has been proven to decrease pain! Yes, please! Geranium has also been said to help perineal swelling and hemorrhoids. Both of my boys have had a touch of jaundice so I rub diluted geranium on the soles of their feet to help them process the bilirubin with really great success!
Frankincense
The wisemen brought this to baby Jesus as a present and there’s a reason they were called wisemen! Frankincense is grounding oil to help with some of the emotions of birth. It's also been said to help remove some of the burning sensation during crowning.
Gentle Baby
Ahh! Just the smell of this oil makes my heart flutter! So many great reasons to love this oil, but for me it was just the calming scent that I absolutely loved to have around me.
Peppermint
A commonly used oil to help settle nauseousness - which can happen in labor! But I also love this one to help keep me alert. Another really great benefit is placing a drop in the toilet the first time peeing after delivery to help relax the muscles around the urethra.
Frankincense
The wisemen brought this to baby Jesus as a present and there’s a reason they were called wisemen! Frankincense is grounding oil to help with some of the emotions of birth. It's also been said to help remove some of the burning sensation during crowning.
Gentle Baby
Ahh! Just the smell of this oil makes my heart flutter! So many great reasons to love this oil, but for me it was just the calming scent that I absolutely loved to have around me.
Peppermint
A commonly used oil to help settle nauseousness - which can happen in labor! But I also love this one to help keep me alert. Another really great benefit is placing a drop in the toilet the first time peeing after delivery to help relax the muscles around the urethra.