'Happy Birthday' For Labour Day

• This helpful little pack contains Aromatherapy products chosen to help  make your labour day a little more comfortable.
• Ideal for popping into your hospital suitcase ready the big day .
• The waterproof liner and soft cushioned material will help to keep your oils safe.

Contents:

• Labour Day Massage Oil .Use for that all important back massage!
• Orange and Rose Flower Cooler -Hydrating Misting Spray( pictured with a bottle travel cap, but includes atomiser spray mist cap -not shown) 
• Pregnancy Relaxing Synergy.   Relaxing and soothing therapeutic Essential oil blend : Add a few drops to an early labour bath,  to a tissue, a carrier oil for massage  or a vapouriser for a relaxing atmosphere.
• Organic Cotton Wool Face Pads (not shown)

What are the benefits of using essential oils during labour?

• During labour, essential oils, chosen for their specific therapeutic properties can help:
• Provide an alternative and natural form of pain relief
• Aid relaxation; help dispel anxieties and fear and aid breathing
• Ease discomfort
• Promote positive feelings of well being
• Create a pleasant and pleasing environment and help clean and freshen the air scenting the delivery room

Preparing for the big day

• Whether having a home or hospital delivery, it is important that you discuss using essential oils in labour with your midwife and/or hospital clinic. Have your wishes to use essential oils written in your birth plan. This is best discussed in advance of your due date.
• When you are approaching your due date (after the 37-38 week of pregnancy) It helps also to familiarise yourself with  the aromas of essential oils and how to use them during labour especially  if you haven't smelt, or used them before. Do not use any oils recommended for labour before your labour begins,  unless they are oils recommended for use during pregnancy. It may help to discuss this with your midwife or an Aromatherapist with specialist knowledge of pregnancy care
• Have your chosen oils ordered and packed -preferably in waterproof sponge bag to stop leaks- in your hospital bag as your due date nears. It's unlikely that the hospital will have their own supply.
• When choosing essential oils for labour please remember Essential oil vapours can be strong. 
• Essential oils can be used by most women who have had a normal pregnancy and go into labour at or near their due date. However please check with your midwife that there are no contraindications that apply to you.