Are doTERRA oils safe during pregnancy?
So my first question for you—and I think a question that a lot of people have—is can I use essential oils during pregnancy? Christine: Yes, you can! So it’s a great answer because doTERRA essential oils, used properly, are natural and a really safe option for women during pregnancy. During pregnancy, essential oils—ones that are safely sourced, that are CPTG Certified Pure Tested Grade™, as doTERRA’s are—become a really effective, supportive option for women while pregnant to take care of themselves.And we’re going to be very protective about what we put in our bodies and how we use them. But they can be used very effectively and doTERRA has set a standard that reassures us that we can use these oils with confidence during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.Essential Oils for Postpartum doTERRA Touch® oils Magnolia, Neroli, Rose, and Jasmine are all beautiful florals that can promote a relaxed, tranquil ambiance—plus they’re pre-diluted with Fractionated Coconut Oil, making them easy to apply and perfect for moisturizing the tired skin on your belly.TERRA has created a standard to ensure that our oils are 100% pure, something that didn’t exist in the essential oil industry before. Every batch of doTERRA essential oils goes through a rigorous testing process. Each oil is then sent to an independent third party for further testing and validation.
What not to use while breastfeeding?
Some prescription drugs, like medicine to help you sleep, some painkillers and drugs used to treat cancer or migraine headaches, aren’t safe to take while breastfeeding. Others, like certain kinds of birth control, may affect the amount of breast milk you make. Using medication to stop your breast milk Taking drugs such as Cabergoline or Dostinex® to stop breast milk works best for mothers who have not been breastfeeding for long. Talk to your doctor, midwife or nurse if you would like more information about these drugs.
What essential oils dry up breast milk?
Sage, peppermint, spearmint, lemon balm, oregano, and cabbage leaves can all be incorporated into a pressed oil (cold pressed or hot) to make massage oils for milk suppression. Peppermint essential oil has been used traditionally for decreasing milk supply. Common herbs that decrease milk production: Peppermint. Oregano. Parsley (in large amounts) Spearmint.