Comments on: Essential Oils Safety During Pregnancy & Nursing! https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/ Wed, 15 Apr 2020 22:21:02 +0000 hourly 1 By: Stacey https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/#comment-2613 Tue, 26 Mar 2019 20:00:03 +0000 https://whybemerelyhuman.com/?p=436#comment-2613 In reply to Summer.

Looks like they are different parts of the same plant, but that doesn’t seem too conclusive. Perhaps they are different names for the same herb. https://www.livestrong.com/article/458817-nettle-root-versus-stinging-nettle/
Blessings!

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By: Summer https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/#comment-2598 Mon, 25 Mar 2019 02:06:00 +0000 https://whybemerelyhuman.com/?p=436#comment-2598 What is the difference between nettles and stinging nettles?

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By: Stacey https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/#comment-2355 Mon, 11 Feb 2019 20:55:23 +0000 https://whybemerelyhuman.com/?p=436#comment-2355 In reply to Taci Phaup.

Oh friend! I would not worry. I would recommend discontinuing use of that particular remedy for now, but your baby won’t be affected by that small amount of wintergreen additive. The first 10 weeks of pregnancy are the most important weeks to protect, as the baby’s vital organs are developing. At 19 weeks the baby is much stronger. (But do continue to protect him/her!) I hope you are feeling better already, and I hope that your pregnancy is smooth and filled with joy and rest and anticipation 🙂 Have a great Monday!

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By: Taci Phaup https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/#comment-2353 Sun, 10 Feb 2019 18:47:30 +0000 https://whybemerelyhuman.com/?p=436#comment-2353 I know this post was over a year ago and I may not get a reply but I have a cold and I’m 19 weeks pregnant and I used Zarbees chest rub twice, last night and this morning. It has wintergreen oil in it. I’m worried for the baby

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By: Donica https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/#comment-1195 Fri, 10 Nov 2017 06:58:57 +0000 https://whybemerelyhuman.com/?p=436#comment-1195 Hi there—
Just wondering what the verdict on the Basil was for diffusing during pregnancy? I’m specifically wondering about Holy Basil (Tulsi)?

Also, just FYI, essential oils are not homeopathic medicine. Homeopathy is a completely different genre of natural medicine prescribed using the law of similars, or “like cures like”.
Ie, A great excess of arnica can cause bruising and muscle pain, but when properly diluted into a homeopathic medicine, arnica will cure such similar symptoms.
They may both be natural, but they are not both homeopathic.

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By: Stacey https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/#comment-1189 Sat, 21 Oct 2017 14:22:21 +0000 https://whybemerelyhuman.com/?p=436#comment-1189 In reply to Christina.

Christina, sorry for the delay! My EO textbook, “Modern Essentials”, did not state much of anything regarding Eucalyptus and breastfeeding. I would not worry about one dose, I would worry more about consistent or daily use. Thanks for asking! Hope you and your little one are very well today 🙂

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By: Christina https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/#comment-1187 Fri, 20 Oct 2017 01:52:03 +0000 https://whybemerelyhuman.com/?p=436#comment-1187 Hi Stacey!

I’m a nursing momma and, without thinking, I took eucalyptus herbal extract, about .5 ml. I’m holding off nursing for a bit, but do you know what danger eucalyptus poses to a nursing baby? I couldn’t find an answer anywhere!

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By: Stacey https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/#comment-1133 Tue, 15 Aug 2017 17:37:19 +0000 https://whybemerelyhuman.com/?p=436#comment-1133 In reply to Courtney.

Hey Courtney! Yay, any boost in milk supply is a reason to celebrate!
It would not have the same effect to inhale or diffuse the oil. Topical application always has the highest percentage of absorption. Not to say that diffusing or inhaling wouldn’t help increase supply, but they would not be AS effective as topical.
You may want to apply the oil elsewhere on your body, since the oil is literally being absorbed directly into your breast tissue and released through your milk. Over time, it could cause damage to your infant’s delicate system.
Other recommended areas for topical use include the back of the neck, back of the wrist, and the soles of your feet.
Best of luck with your breastfeeding and your little one! Blessings upon blessings!

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By: Courtney https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/#comment-1132 Tue, 15 Aug 2017 16:47:44 +0000 https://whybemerelyhuman.com/?p=436#comment-1132 I have seen a Huge Increase in milk supply after putting lemongrass oil on each breast near the armpit. Would that also help if I were to diffuse or inhale it?

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By: Stacey https://whybemerelyhuman.com/essential-oils-safety-pregnancy-nursing/#comment-961 Thu, 09 Feb 2017 23:16:57 +0000 https://whybemerelyhuman.com/?p=436#comment-961 In reply to Maria.

Thanks Maria, I will have to take a look at that. Sorry for the miscommunication, thanks for catching my mistake 🙂

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