Guest guest Posted December 21, 2005 Report Share Posted December 21, 2005 I'm wondering if anyone has any information about using peppermint EO during pregnancy for nausea? My grandaughter asked for my help, she has it all day, and besides giving her various herbal tinctures and teas, I wanted to give her a formula that I use with peppermint eo in it, but I read a negative report about it causing a disabled baby, so I told her to just sniff it, but now I'm even worried about that. I told her not to use it until I am very sure of it's safety. I went on the web, and found about 50/50 pros and cons. Is there anything more definitive about this, with actual proof that it is safe? If not, does anyone have any actual experiences with herbs for this? She is still in the first trimester, and it's her first baby, (19 yo). She is so happy about it, watching her diet, absolutely no sugar, says her baby will not have sugar. I appreciate any help anyone has to offer, Sanandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2005 Report Share Posted December 21, 2005 Can't help you with the peppermint EO question but eating a slice of a raw potato did wonders for my morning sickness. If I was awake, I sick when I was expecting 2 of my kids. Someone told me to try a slice of raw potato and it was a miracle drug - stopped the vomiting within minutes. I'd keep a few slices cover with water in a covered container nest to the bed and eat a slice or 2 as soon as I woke up and it took care of the morning sickness. Paula .......... in Michigan I used to have super powers but my therapist took them away I'm wondering if anyone has any information about using peppermint EO during pregnancy for nausea? My grandaughter asked for my help, she has it all day, and besides giving her various herbal tinctures and teas, I wanted to give her a formula that I use with peppermint eo in it, but I read a negative report about it causing a disabled baby, so I told her to just sniff it, but now I'm even worried about that. I told her not to use it until I am very sure of it's safety. I went on the web, and found about 50/50 pros and cons. Is there anything more definitive about this, with actual proof that it is safe? If not, does anyone have any actual experiences with herbs for this? She is still in the first trimester, and it's her first baby, (19 yo). She is so happy about it, watching her diet, absolutely no sugar, says her baby will not have sugar. I appreciate any help anyone has to offer, Sanandra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2005 Report Share Posted December 21, 2005 I've had six kids and m.s. with every one of them, but did not have any knowledge of what to do, so I just dealt with it, so I never heard of the potato remedy, but I have already passed it on to her, and thank you so much for your help! Sanandra > Can't help you with the peppermint EO question but eating a slice of a raw > potato did wonders for my morning sickness. If I was awake, I sick when I > was expecting 2 of my kids. Someone told me to try a slice of raw potato > and it was a miracle drug - stopped the vomiting within minutes. I'd keep > a few slices cover with water in a covered container nest to the bed and > eat a slice or 2 as soon as I woke up and it took care of the morning > sickness. > Paula .......... in Michigan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2005 Report Share Posted December 21, 2005 I was also told to eat dry crackers to help with the morning sickness. Didn't help me a bit but worked great for one of my daughters. It may not help, but it won't hurt to try. Morning sickness was what told me every time that I was pregnant but it didn't last long with 3 of my kids, but with the other 2, I was sick almost the entire time I carried them. Hope you find something that will help her. Paula .......... in Michigan I used to have super powers but my therapist took them away I've had six kids and m.s. with every one of them, but did not have any knowledge of what to do, so I just dealt with it, so I never heard of the potato remedy, but I have already passed it on to her, and thank you so much for your help! Sanandra > Can't help you with the peppermint EO question but eating a slice of a raw > potato did wonders for my morning sickness. If I was awake, I sick when I > was expecting 2 of my kids. Someone told me to try a slice of raw potato > and it was a miracle drug - stopped the vomiting within minutes. I'd keep > a few slices cover with water in a covered container nest to the bed and > eat a slice or 2 as soon as I woke up and it took care of the morning > sickness. > Paula .......... in Michigan The information contained in these e-mails is not a substitute for diagnosis and treatment by a qualified, licensed professional. Step By Step Instructions For Making Herbal Labna Cheese! So easy, SO yummy! http://www.aromaticsage.com/cz.htm To adjust your group settings (i.e. go no mail) see the following link: /join Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2005 Report Share Posted December 21, 2005 As far as I know, use of any and all essential oils should be avoided during first trimester and I am pretty sure peppermint essential oil is contra-indicated for pregnancy entirely. I think you can use the peppermint herb in a tea or for culinary use but it would be unethical to test on pregnant women in order to actually " prove " that an essential oil is safe or unsafe for pregnancy. I would consult a naturopathic doctor or midwife for best information on pregnancy and herbs or maybe the venerable Mr. Watt will have a free moment this week to comment. Better safe than sorry; I'd stick to just herbal infusions and avoid the EO. There are plenty of ways to prevent and treat nausea w/o using EOs so there shouldn't be a need to take the risk. http://www.herbsofgrace.com/aromatherapy-pregnancy.php -contraindicates peppermint e-oil for pregnancy http://www.aromamedical.com/articles/herbspreg.html -herbs to avoid during pregnancy HTH. ~Bonnie - " sandra " <sanandra Wednesday, December 21, 2005 7:53 AM Morning sickness and Peppermint EO I'm wondering if anyone has any information about using peppermint EO during pregnancy for nausea? My grandaughter asked for my help, she has it all day, and besides giving her various herbal tinctures and teas, I wanted to give her a formula that I use with peppermint eo in it, but I read a negative report about it causing a disabled baby, so I told her to just sniff it, but now I'm even worried about that. I told her not to use it until I am very sure of it's safety. I went on the web, and found about 50/50 pros and cons. Is there anything more definitive about this, with actual proof that it is safe? If not, does anyone have any actual experiences with herbs for this? She is still in the first trimester, and it's her first baby, (19 yo). She is so happy about it, watching her diet, absolutely no sugar, says her baby will not have sugar. I appreciate any help anyone has to offer, Sanandra The information contained in these e-mails is not a substitute for diagnosis and treatment by a qualified, licensed professional. Step By Step Instructions For Making Herbal Labna Cheese! So easy, SO yummy! http://www.aromaticsage.com/cz.htm To adjust your group settings (i.e. go no mail) see the following link: /join Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2005 Report Share Posted December 21, 2005 We have heard of the cracker idea, and I guess it's the low blood sugar thing, plus the acid build-up in the empty stomach, but like you say, what works for one will not work for another. I always found the peppermint EO helpful for nausea and indigestion, so I had hoped to use it for her, but I'm not sure if the oil will be too strong the first trimester. Thanks, S - " paula coon " <paulacoon Wednesday, December 21, 2005 4:22 PM Re: Morning sickness and Peppermint EO >I was also told to eat dry crackers to help with the morning sickness. >Didn't help me a bit but worked great for one of my daughters. It may not >help, but it won't hurt to try. Morning sickness was what told me every >time that I was pregnant but it didn't last long with 3 of my kids, but >with the other 2, I was sick almost the entire time I carried them. Hope >you find something that will help her. > Paula .......... in Michigan > I used to have super powers but my therapist took them away > I've had six kids and m.s. with every one of them, but did not have any > knowledge of what to do, so I just dealt with it, so I never heard of the > potato remedy, but I have already passed it on to her, and thank you so > much > for your help! > > Sanandra > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2005 Report Share Posted December 21, 2005 Bonnie, Thanks for posting those sites; you're right that the oil should not be used if there is any doubt, so that's why I did not want her to take the chance. It was just that it was so useful for me [not m.s.] that I thought it would help relieve her nausea as well, but not if there was any threat of harm. That's the reason I'm being so investigative and cautious. I did read his site, the first one you posted, previously, but did not see peppermint listed as one to avoid, so it still left me unsure. Thanks for your help, Sanandra As far as I know, use of any and all essential oils should be avoided during first trimester and I am pretty sure peppermint essential oil is contra-indicated for pregnancy entirely. I think you can use the peppermint herb in a tea or for culinary use but it would be unethical to test on pregnant women in order to actually " prove " that an essential oil is safe or unsafe for pregnancy. I would consult a naturopathic doctor or midwife for best information on pregnancy and herbs or maybe the venerable Mr. Watt will have a free moment this week to comment. Better safe than sorry; I'd stick to just herbal infusions and avoid the EO. There are plenty of ways to prevent and treat nausea w/o using EOs so there shouldn't be a need to take the risk. http://www.herbsofgrace.com/aromatherapy-pregnancy.php -contraindicates peppermint e-oil for pregnancy http://www.aromamedical.com/articles/herbspreg.html -herbs to avoid during pregnancy HTH. ~Bonnie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 21, 2005 Report Share Posted December 21, 2005 Just a quickie on this then I'm off for a nap. I'm an ultra conservative when it comes to using EO's in the first trimester. Won't use them on me body at ALL... But that's me, it goes against my comfort zone. It's my choice and mine only. BUT... Thank the Gods for Peppermint oil... Used it and loved it for nausea. I would put it on a hankie and sniff sniff sniff! And during my 2nd pregnancy I was travelling alot between two towns on a BUS and if it weren't for the Peppermint oil, I would have re-decorated those busses with an olfactory nightmare. I have found that there are very few absolutes in Aromatherapy and NEVER using eo's during the first trimester is one of these. One needs to be careful because of increased skin sensitivity and increased olfactory sensitivity, which is why when using oils during pregnancy, the amount of oil usually used on the pregnant woman is halved, some being completely excluded sheerly for " not enough information's sake " . Whoops, fried brain. Still very tired, haven't eaten hardly anything in about 4 days so no energy either (although have had a few Satsumas, them are okay) so can't think well... hope that said whatever I was going for. K On 12/21/05, Bonnie Walker <bonnie wrote: > > As far as I know, use of any and all essential oils should be avoided > during > first trimester and I am pretty sure peppermint essential oil is > contra-indicated for pregnancy entirely. -- > Cheers! > Kathleen Petrides > The Woobey Queen > Http://www.woobeyworld.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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