Is it safe to diffuse essential oils in the first trimester?
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn’t regulate essential oils used for aromatherapy, but they have been shown to be safe when used as directed. Essential oils are becoming more common to use during pregnancy, labor and the postpartum period to treat anxiety, aches and lack of focus. Aromatherapy may help with common pregnancy discomforts — like stress, nausea, or sleeplessness — but always use essential oils with caution and talk to your practitioner before you try any. Not all essential oils are safe during pregnancy.Finally, pregnant women should avoid ingesting and topically applying undiluted essential oils throughout pregnancy. Instead, try inhaling essential oils or adding them to a diffuser.Essential oils that are safe for use in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy include: Bergamot. Roman chamomile. Eucalyptus.Essential oils that are safe for use in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy include: Bergamot. Roman chamomile. Eucalyptus.All of the studies noted beneficial effects of lavender essential oils on anxiety, stress, and sleep quality used in late pregnancy (during the 2nd and 3rd trimesters). In these studies, lavender oil was administered either by inhalation (aromatherapy) or topical application.
Can I use a diffuser when pregnant?
Finally, pregnant women should avoid ingesting and topically applying undiluted essential oils throughout pregnancy. Instead, try inhaling essential oils or adding them to a diffuser. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn’t regulate essential oils used for aromatherapy, but they have been shown to be safe when used as directed. Essential oils are becoming more common to use during pregnancy, labor and the postpartum period to treat anxiety, aches and lack of focus.