THE POWER OF OILS IN PREGNANCY & BEYOND…

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Natural Birthing Company are here to take the confusion and fear out of using essentials oils in pregnancy. The entire collection at Natural Birthing Company uses essential oils that have been chosen by experts to ensure their products are completely safe to use during pregnancy or when breastfeeding; so there’s no second-guessing if it’s safe to use. Natural Birthing Company has taken the hard work out of choosing safe effective essential oils and have blended them in such a way as to create beautiful aromas that support you during your journey from bump to baby.

 

Down Below Perineal Massage Oil, £11.99, Perineal Massage Oil | Vegan Massage Oil | Natural Birthing Company
Down Below Perineal Massage Oil has been specially formulated for the intimate area of the perineum and its fragrance free blend ensures it is safe use in pregnancy.

 

 

 

Evening Primrose Oil
Evening Primrose Oil is rich in antioxidants and Omega 6 fatty acids making it
exceptionally hydrating and soothing, perfect for perineal massage.

 

Rosehip Oil
Rosehip Oil is rich in Omega 3 fatty acids which makes Down Below excellent for
bringing elasticity and regeneration to the skin.

Apricot Kernel Oil
Apricot Kernel Oil is rich in antioxidants and also contains anti-inflammatory properties, helping to soothe and comfort the delicate area. Apricot Kernel Oil is also deeply moisturising.

Calendula Oil

Calendula Oil contains anti-inflammatory properties helping to soothe the delicate
perineal area, whilst also soothing the skin and promoting skin healing and repair.

Sunflower Seed Oil
Sunflower Seed Oil is a deeply nourishing ingredient and also contains antiinflammatory properties helping to calm the delicate area.

 

Nourish & Relieve Massage and Stretch Mark Oil, £11.99,
Nourish & Relieve Massage and Stretch Mark Oil – Natural Birthing Company
Hormonal changes in pregnancy can affect the condition of your skin, which can leave it feeling sensitive, dry, itchy and irritated. To support you during this time, Natural Birthing Company have developed a natural blend of oils and butters to soothe and hydrate your skin locking in the moisture and helping to maintain its elasticity which can also help reduce any stretchmarks that may be causing worry.

Olive Oil
Olive Oil is not only deeply moisturising and softening on the skin, it is also a key
ingredient in preventing skin damage. This makes it excellent to be used on stretch marks.

Glasswort Extract
Glasswort Extract locks in stock moisture, keeping your skin supple and hydrated.
Glasswort Extract also improves the skins elasticity and firmness, helping to support a growing bump and helping to prevent stretch marks.

Shea Butter
Shea Butter helps to maintain skin elasticity, making it perfect to support a growing bump (as well as breasts). Shea Butter also deeply nourishes and moisturises the skin, and it also plays a factor in evening out skin tone which is particularly beneficial for melasma.

Wheatgerm Oil
Wheatgerm Oil helps to fade scarring and stretch marks, making it perfect to be used during pregnancy and also postpartum. Wheatgerm Oil also supports cellular
regeneration.

 

Bosom Buddies Breastfeeding Oils, £15.99, Bosom
Buddies Breastfeeding Oils | Natural Birthing Company
Breastfeeding may be the most natural thing in the world but realistically for many it is not without its difficulties. The calming Bosom Buddies Breastfeeding Oils support both your body and mind with common breastfeeding problems, providing you with instant comfort and therefore enabling you to continue your breastfeeding journey.

Geranium
Geranium contains gentle diuretic properties meaning it helps to reduce swelling. This helps to soothe tender, full and heavy breasts, engorged breasts and symptoms of mastitis. Geranium is also a very uplifting ingredient which will help with new mummy exhaustion.

Lemongrass
Lemongrass is a galactagogue meaning it helps to promote lactation and the flow of milk. This is an essential ingredient for women who are experiencing low milk supply. Lemongrass also helps to uplift the mind and increase self esteem.

Mandarin
Mandarin contains antiseptic properties which help to prevent infection. Mandarin also promotes healing which helps to calm and treat sore nipples, whilst also relieving stress (which can be associated with low milk production).

Peppermint
Peppermint helps to relieve stress, depression and mental exhaustion, whilst also helping to relieve pain and reduces swelling, helping to soothe tender, full and heavy breasts, engorged breasts and symptoms of mastitis.

 

Pure Bliss Soothing Postnatal Compress Solution, £16.99,

Pure Bliss Soothing Compress Solution soothes and calms your delicate intimate area after birth, bringing immediate relief to a tender perineum, reducing the feeling of swelling and supporting the tissues to heal (including a Caesarean Section wound).

 

 

 

 

Hypericum
Hypericum contains analgesic properties, meaning it helps to relieve pain. This is key when treating the delicate area post-birth. Hypericum also contains antiseptic and antiinflammatory properties which help to calm the area down postpartum.

Sunflower Seed Oil
Sunflower Seed Oil is a deeply softening ingredient that helps to nourish and calm the delicate area post-birth. Sunflower Seed Oil also contains anti-inflammatory properties helping to calm any post-birth soreness or inflammation.

Calendula
Calendula contains anti-inflammatory properties which soothe and calm the area. Calendula also promotes skin healing and repair, which are both important factors when treating the delicate area post-birth. Pure Bliss also contains water and alcohol denat (a preservative commonly used in natural products).