What oils are contraindications while pregnant?

I am trying to conceive, and am curious to know if there are any oils, and herbs you must avoid while pregnant. I use oils in place of body lotions, particularly lavender, and rose hips. Also, I am a big herbal tea drinker, are there any herbs I should avoid once pregnant. Thanks bunches!

What oils are contraindications while pregnant?
There are some oils that can increase blood flow and might affect you if you had a likelihood of miscarrying :Clary Sage, Rosemary, and Jasmine would be some of the stronger oils to steer clear of during the early stages of pregnancy.



Burning aromatherapy oils will not harm your baby though. Burn aromatherapy oils rather than synthetic because they will help you relax and they taken from natural plants and just have a healthier 'feel' to them. Your baby will not be harmed in this way, and will probably enjoy the lovely fragrances you are breathing in more than the synthetic ones.



Lavender oil is cheap and gentle and relaxing.

One or two drops only with water in the burner at a time, mixed with the same of citrus oil such as grapefruit or lemon you have a lovely refreshing room fragrance.



* Make sure you have plenty of water in the burner - this may be obvious but some people burn the oils direct in the burner without adding water, and this is not how they are intended for use. The steam is what carries the oils into the air.



Is it safe to drink herbal teas while I'm pregnant?

Many pregnant women carefully avoid caffeine, alcohol, nicotine, and unnecessary medications but think nothing of drinking cup after cup of herbal tea. If this sounds like you, take heed: Herbal teas can be harmful, especially if you drink too much of them. Most of the ingredients in herbal teas are safe, but many are not. Herbs are drugs and thus can be as potent as some medications. What's more, only a few of the herbs used for teas have been studied in pregnant women.



Which teas are not safe?

Many of the herbs used for teas, when taken in large or medicinal amounts, can potentially stimulate the uterus and induce miscarriage. These include anise, catnip, chamomile, comfrey, ephedra (called ma huang in traditional Chinese medicine), European mistletoe, hibiscus, horehound, Labrador, lemongrass, licorice root, mugwort, pennyroyal, raspberry leaf, rosemary, sage, sassafras, stinging nettle leaf, vetiver, and yarrow.



Note: You can still eat food that contains herbs like rosemary and sage, because the amounts used in food are generally much smaller than those used in tea — and not as potent (the brewing process for making tea concentrates the chemicals of the herbs).

Among other reasons to avoid certain herbs used in teas:

? Coca (also known as mate de coca) contains small amounts of cocaine.



? Comfrey, kava root, skullcap, valerian, and woodruff may damage your liver.



? Lobelia contains nicotine.



? Mate (or yerba mate) can contain as much caffeine as coffee.



None of these herbs should be taken while you're pregnant or nursing.
Reply:If you look at the brands you currently like, there should be a listing (typically under the nutritional facts) if there is a warning about it. Simply put, anything that has any warnings (like don't use if you're pregnant) has to list it on the packaging in a place that is easily accessible.



Most external oils and lotions shouldn't have any problems with warnings about pregnancy... I've never heard of any that did and I can't think of any reason they would. Some herb teas may have a warning on them, though.
Reply:Penny Royal Oil is D A N G E R O U S to a pregnant woman.



When I was pregnant with my first child, a relative told me to rub my belly with olive oil twice a day to prevent stretch marks.I continued doing this night and day with every pregnancy and never had any stretch marks.



Best wishes to you.

Does anyone know where I can get a comforter with music notes on it?

I want a comforter that has something to do with music. I think I'm going to give my room a music theme. I've seen one at Delia's but it has pink with it, and my room has lavender walls. I want a really cute one, because I'm a teen girl. Anyone know where I can find one?

Does anyone know where I can get a comforter with music notes on it?
look through the music theme bedroom on this site

http://teensthemes.com
Reply:i dont know if this will help cause im from canada.but i just bought my bbfs daughter one for her birthday this month from a store called linens and things they had several colors her was a dark purple with lighter colored mauve purple music notes.the one i like the best was royal blue with silver notes really cool.well i hope that helped and good luck with your room honey it sounds like a good plan!my friends daughter wanted the music note comforter cause her theme is hannah montanna.
Reply:Delias has a comforter cover

How long can you keep essential oils?

I've had some for about 5 yrs and they're still closed. They were always kept in a dark area as well. Can I still use these? I also have some that are open already, but once again they were kept in a dark area. I bought some new ones just in case, but can I still use the old ones? If not in a health way like baths or so, maybe to fragrance closets or so? The scents are Lavender, Eucalytpus, Tea Tree, and Rose.

Thank you!

How long can you keep essential oils?
Essential oils can last anywhere from six months to several years. So, while they can be pricey, they are also a good “investment.”



You’ll know when essential oils have gone bad, because they will begin to emit an unpleasant, rancid odor, and will turn murky or cloudy.





Exposure to sunlight, the air, and high temperatures can affect the quality of essential oils. So, when you buy essential oils, they should be in an amber glass bottle, and preferably have a very tight lid. They should also be kept in a cool place.
Reply:My wife and I use the same to make homemade hand soaps.



The strength of the scent is affected.

Yours are probably in Dark bottles also.



Open the bottle and the strength of the fragrance will tell you right away.



Properly stored, who knows. We have used patchouli oil, I think dated to the 60's , LOL.

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Acne quick home remedy lavender oil?

Absolutely!



Lavender is a natural anti-bacterial and anti-viral agent. For years it has been used for conditions including insomnia, alopecia (hair loss), anxiety, stress, postoperative pain, and ACNE! Herbalists treat fungal infections (such as candidiasis), wounds, eczema, and acne, with lavender oil. It has also been shown to stimulate the growth of new skin cells helping to heal acne and scarring.





Articles and websites on the benefits of lavender:

http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/laven...

http://www.dermaxime.com/lavender.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lavender



How-to video on how to use straight lavender oil on spots:

http://www.expertvillage.com/videos/arom...

Acne quick home remedy lavender oil?
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What kinds of flowers can be candied?

For example, could you candy lavender flowers?

I know that violets and roses can be used, but I wanted to know what choices I have when it comes to making these dainty little treats.

What kinds of flowers can be candied?
Apple or plum blossoms, borage flowers, lilac florets, rose petals, scented geraniums, violas, violets, Johnny-jump-ups, pansy petals, and, yes, lavender!
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Reply:Squash blossoms are often "frittered" and eaten so they should also be able to be candied.

Where can I find a gun metal gray queen sized bedspread?

My boyfriend "allowed" me to paint our bedroom a pretty lavender color. I thought I would make look more "manly" by getting a nice gun metal gray comforter for our bed. Every store I have looked at doesn't have anything gun metal gray. Seen anything I might like?

Where can I find a gun metal gray queen sized bedspread?
Check out the Christopher Lowe collection at Burlington Coat Factory. He had a very beautiful one at the beginning of summer when he introduced his new line. Chris Madden had a quilted gunmetal metallic gray one with little burgandy and purple flecks, but I think that has been discontinued. JC Penney used to carry her collection. You might also try Chadwicks Home, Brylane Home and Spiegel as they have ususual selections.
Reply:Possibly this:

http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/product....

It says "blue" but it definitely looks steel grey.



or this for patterned:

http://www.schd.com/4/Bedroom/48/Bedding...



or this for more elegant:

http://www.restorationhardware.com/rh/ca...

(I've seen gorgeous grey duvets at Restoration Hardware in the past year or so.)

What items can you not send in care packages to Iraq?

I know the obvious no weapons, porn or alcohol but is there anything else that cannot be sent. Can you send herbs like sage and lavender?

What items can you not send in care packages to Iraq?
You can sent hygiene items like toothpaste, toothbrush, floss, soap, foot powder, deodorant, razors, shaving cream, and bug spray,

you can send food items like cookies, cakes, hard candy, chocolate (only during the cooler months because it will melt), sunflower seeds, and single serve drink mixes.

Also AT%26amp;T calling cards are great to send as most camps over there have AT%26amp;T calling centers.



I dont see any problem sending sage and lavender.



Thanks for you support and God Bless you!!
Reply:dont send chocolate! it melts all over everything else in the package..then its just a total letdown for them. also dont send any canned foods without a can opener, or any other foods that they cant just easily open...they mite not have a can opener or whatever.. Report It
Reply:Any plants have to be dried. Depending on where he is, and who he works with, you can send him pork products. I personally would run around showing them to any local nationals or enemy combatants. But they serve bacon at the DFAC.
Reply:Tobacco products. The morbid truth: More than 440,000 Americans die each year from tobacco products than our soldiers killed in this military conflict in Iraq.
Reply:Well, sage and lavender still count as produce, given it is a plant. People aren't supposed to send any produce to the middle east. Anything else besides that is good for the most part. The main things though are no porn, alcohol, weapons, sand, produce, and, lol, animals.
Reply:dont send pork. good lord dont serve pork. lol my husband has told me so many times not tos end that because its a sacred animal in their country.





you can send some sage and lavender..just not too strong because they might think its something else. my husband loves beef jerky and thats a hard find over there. that and little munchies and toiletries. they are hardto come by at some bases over there.
Reply:porn, drugs, alcohol, pork products, liquids, anything you aren't supposed to send through the mail here. And by the way they can classify private pictures as porn.



I wouldn't risk the plants/herbs as the smell would probably make them want to search your package even more.

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