Aromatherapy for pregnancy Liverpool: Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils delivered through inhalation and/or absorption to achieve a therapeutic effect. Aromatherapy is widely accepted as effective and used as a popular therapy worldwide. However, essential oils have become underestimated as oils are widely available.

The essential oils used at Beyond Midwives have undergone testing to ensure purity and quality. The natural plant extracts are highly concentrated and very powerful with a pharmacological action requiring careful storage and administration. Certain oils should be avoided altogether during different stages of pregnancy.

Maternity specific aromatherapy is the safest way to use aromatherapy, and having a midwife deliver your therapy ensures the most suitable oils are selected. Essential oils offer quick relief from unwanted symptoms and are evidenced to reduce the need for strong pain relief during labour. 

Some of the other benefits of aromatherapy include:

– Reduces fear

– Relieves pain

– Improves mood

– Promotes sense of relaxation

– Aids sleep

– Reduces headaches

– Soothes sore joints

– Improves digestion

Some of the conditions aromatherapy will be helpful for:

– Decreases the need for analgesia in labour

– Reduces stress and anxiety

– Nausea and vomiting

– Encourages labour

– Improves concentration

– Reduces inflammation

– Supports memory

– Lowers blood pressure

When you receive an aromatherapy treatment, you will be taking the remainder of your bespoke blend to use at home.