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Aromatherapy and conception
There is no doubting that trying for a baby, and the stress and frustration that accompanies the arrival of each period, takes the fun and spontaneity out of, well, trying for a baby! Aromatherapy uses essential oils, which are distilled and purified from various plants, and many of which are said to increase fertility. It’s simple, non-invasive and, thanks…
Aromatherapy in labour
Aromatherapy massage can provide relaxation and relief to women in the first stage of labour, according to the results of a long-term study of more than 8000 expectant mums. Along with more conventional forms of pain relief, women in the first stage of labour were offered essential oils, dropped onto a slip of paper or…
Maternity Skincare
During pregnancy your skin may need extra moisturising, particularly around the areas where stretch marks are likely to appear. You can buy creams which claim to reduce stretch marks. These will keep your skin soft and supple, but there’s no evidence they will prevent the marks. You may prefer to use a rich moisturising cream instead.…
Posted in Pregnancy Health
Tagged Alternative medicine, aromatherapy, Cream, Essential oil, Massage, Oils, Skin, Stretch marks
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Complementary therapies for labour
Many women choose to use complementary therapies such as acupuncture, hypnosis and aromatherapy to help them in labour. For some women these therapies are very useful, and they need no other form of pain relief. For other women these therapies work best alongside mainstream medical forms of pain relief. Your own midwife, or another midwife…
Posted in Complementary therapies, Labour and Birth, Online antenatal classes
Tagged Acupuncture, Alternative medicine, antenatal class, aromatherapy, babyworld online antenatal class, class 4, complementary therapy, Hypnosis, Hypnotherapy, labour and birth, Massage, Midwife, reflexology
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Home birth List
Here are some things you may wish to have ready for your labour at home: Your birth plan – if you’ve written one, have a copy ready to give to your midwife, even if there’s already one with your notes Hot water bottle/wheat bag to put on your back or front in labour or to…
Medicines in pregnancy
While there are, in fact, very few over the counter or prescription drugs which are definitely known to be harmful to unborn babies, it is wise to be cautious during pregnancy. Remember that anything you take by mouth, put on your skin, breathe in or inject may either pass through to your baby or change the way your…
Posted in Pregnancy Health
Tagged aromatherapy, Baby, chemist, drug, homeopathy, Pharmaceuticals policy, pharmacist, Pharmacy, Pregnant, Prescription drug
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Foot care during pregnancy
Every day your feet take on average 5210 steps, although on busier days this can rise to over 10,000. Despite this, your feet are the most neglected part of your body. When you’re pregnant, the extra weight is even more work for your feet. It’s no wonder then that so many expectant mums really feel the day in their…
Posted in Pregnancy Health
Tagged aromatherapy, complementary medicine, Foot, foot health, foot massage, foot pain, Hannah Hulme Hunter, injuries, itching, leg massage, Massage, Midwife, pain, Pedicure, podiatrist, Pregnancy, reflexology, Relaxation, Sarah Ifill, Spa, varicose veins, Water retention
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Giving birth abroad
Community midwife, Elizabeth Way-Rider, visited a ‘birth house’ in Germany and discovered a natural and holistic approach to childbirth that leads to very little medical intervention. I was invited to visit the the Gerburtshaus (birthing house) in Soest, Germany to compare their positive, almost holistic care of both mothers and babies in comparison to the midwifery care in the…
Posted in Labour and Birth, Travel
Tagged Acupuncture, aromatherapy, Birth, breathing exercises, Breech birth, Caesarean section, Childbirth, Massage, Pregnancy, Water birth
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Mother’s Day gifts
Love thy labour necklace The perfect present for a mum who has just given birth or is just about to. The amethyst heart bestows stability, strength and peace. The pearls symbolize health and longevity (and are thought to ease childbirth!). Price £69 inc gift wrap and delivery From: www.babeswithbabies.com Mama melts Beautifully designed aromatherapy cupcakes…
Natural Healing Quiz
You love all complimentary medicines, and have probably used at least one, whether it’s aromatherapy, homeopathy, reiki or any of the other alternative therapies that are becoming increasingly popular. You don’t care that others may think you’re a bit ‘New Age’ because it works for you. Be Careful – make sure you know the product…
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Tagged Alternative medicine, alternative therapies, aromatherapy, homeopathy, Kate McLachlan, Pharmacology, Pseudoscience, Reiki
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