Aromatherapy in pregnancy is one of the most ancient forms of therapy to promote maternal natural healing & relaxation
​
It incorporates the use of highly concentrated essential oils which are extracted from plant material - whose therapeutic properties aid in enhancing maternal physical & emotional well-being
Aromatherapy is most often administered through a relaxing, Swedish massage. The therapeutic, healing properties of essential oils are absorbed via the skin and into the bloodstream. It is highly beneficial during pregnancy, both as a relaxation treatment as well as to ease certain pregnancy discomforts such as muscle tension, backache, swelling in arms and legs, and carpal tunnel syndrome (tingling wrists).
​
Research shows that regular pregnancy massage towards the end of pregnancy aid relaxation which in turn encourages the spontaneous onset of labour and normal birth (Birth Preparation Therapy).
​
Aromatherapy oils may also be used in the bath, as a compress, and through breathing exercises.
A full consultation is taken on your first visit so that an appropriate mix of essential oils is blended according to your specific needs.
​
AROMATHERAPY & MASSAGE MAY ALSO HELP WITH:
Relief of psychological symptoms
Anxiety, Stress, Fear & Postnatal Baby Blues
​
Relief of physical symptoms
Backache, Muscle Pain, Swollen legs, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome,
Nausea, Constipation & labour pain
​
Postnatal recovery & adaptation
to parenthood
​
Improving posture
​
Improving quality of sleep
​
Strengthening the immune system
​
Improving circulation & placental
nutrition to your baby
​
Keeping a positive mindset throughout
pregnancy, childbirth & beyond