Essential Oils For
Maternity
“Gift of the Earth”
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Treat
Cure/Heal
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products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
WHAT IS AN ESSENTIAL OIL?
 Natural
aromatic compounds found in plants
 Steam distilled or cold pressed extraction
 Powerful, safe benefits without side effects
(Oil sacs on peppermint leaf)
Drugs vs. Nature
Over 60% of prescription and over the counter drugs and
medications contain synthetic modifications or copies of
natural compounds derived from botanicals.
Why choose
oils?
dōTERRA essential
Indigenously Grown
Method of Extraction
Highly Active
Compounds
Proprietary Blends
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Essential Oil Production
Synthetic
Therapeutic
Perfume / Industrial
Health Benefit
Food
GRAS Standard
®
CERTIFIED PURE THERAPEUTIC GRADE
 PURE—100%
natural,
no artificial ingredients,
fragrances, or fillers
 SAFE—Certified to be free
of pesticides and other
chemical residues
 POTENT—Standardized
active compounds
Simple Models
for Use
Aromatic
Diffuse into a room to:
Impact
Open
mood
airways
Cleanse
environment
Topical
Apply directly to skin for systemic or localized effects:
Massage
Topical
Therapy
Immediate comfort
Immune support
Reflexology
Internal
Consume as a dietary supplement
for targeted wellness of the:
 Digestive
system
 Mouth & Throat
 Liver
 Urinary tract
Lypophilic vs. Hydrophilic
bacteria
viruses
GENERAL ESSENTIAL OIL SAFETY
 Very
safe and gentle with few side effects
 Keep out of eyes, ears, and nose
 Dilute with vegetable oil, not water
 Skin sensitivity primary safety issue
 Follow all label directions
Prenatal Supplement:
Categories of Essential Oils
Relaxation & anti-stress:
Balance
Bergamot
Clary Sage
Frankincense
Geranium
Lavender
Pachouli
Roman Chamomile
Serenity
Vetiver
Wild Orange
Ylang Ylang
Immune System boosters:
On Guard
Cassia
Clove
Melissa
Thyme
Zendocrine
Cinnamon
Melaleuca
Oregano
Rosemary
Skin Health
Stretch Marks:
Apply Lavender and Myrrh or Immortelle in FCO.
Immortelle
Clear Skin blend
Helichrsum
Lavender
Melaleuca
Rose
Sandawood
Myrrh
Geranium
Frankincense
Roman Chamomile
Digestive Health
Digestzen blend
Zendocrine blend
Fennel
Ginger
Lemon
Grapefruit
Lime
Peppermint
Swelling & Water Retention
Apply 3-5 drops of Lavender and Lemon, Orange,
Grapefruit, cypress, or Aromatouch in FCO and massage
into hands, feet and ankles.
3-5 drops of Grapefruit, Lemon and/or Lime into every
glass of water (3-4 qt a day).
Elevate legs 3” above heart.
Perineal Support
Geranium or Lavender, in 1 oz of FCO for 3-6 weeks prelabor perineal massage.
Recipe for Crowning:
20 drops of Helichrysum with 2 TBS. FCO and apply all over
perineum area.
• Helps to stretch tissue while minimizing swelling and
avoiding tears.
• Helps prevent bruising of baby’s head.
Oils for the New Baby
Frankincense on the crown of head and spine.
Myrrh on umbilical cord to help seal tissue and protect all
systems of the body.
Balance on feet to ground and align babe.
Melissa on bottoms of feet.
Postpartum for Mom
Immortelle Blend 20-30 drops, fill rest with FCO in empty 15
ml bottle with spray top. Use for Peri spray. May be used on
circumcision also.
Balance on feet morning and evening for grounding.
Geranium, Lavender, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang. Diffuse 2-3
drops of each to promote peace and calm.
Solace : apply to the bottoms of feet, wrists
and lower abdomen every day to help
manage mood swings.
Phytoestrogen supplement: take 1-2 tablets
Every day to eliminate bad estrogens in your
Body and balance out the good estrogens
Breast Feeding
Dry, cracked nipples: dilute 1:1 drops of Myrrh, Lavender or
Sandalwood with FCO.
Mastitis: Melaleuca, Thyme, Clove, Rosemary or Wild Orange
and Lavender. Massage into breast and lymph nodes under
armpit.
Increase milk flow: 2-3 times a day massage
Fennel, Basil, Geranium or
Clary Sage into breast tissue or in
capsule-avoid nipple.
Decrease milk supply:
Peppermint 2-3 drops 3-5 times a day.
Well Baby Care
Overall Wellbeing: Frankincense on back Balance on feet
every day to balance all body systems
Jaundice: Geranium and Lemon on feet to help support liver
in breaking up bilirubin.
Colic or Tummy Aches: DigestZen or Fennel on tummy – 1:1
ration with FCO if needed, or NEAT.
Diaper Rash: Sandalwood or Myrrh in
FCO and lightly coat area. May also use
Immortelle, Lavender, Helichrysum, or
Melaleuca.
Decide which
option best
meets your
needs,
ENROLL,
and
get started!
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