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Neat application and internal use for aromatherapy
2007-09-09 10:17:00 Generally, the application of undiluted essential oils directly to the skin should be avoided as many are highly irritant. However, there are one or two exceptions which have been safely applied to the skin undiluted for centuries. These include lemon oil, which can be applied More About: Aromatherapy , Internal , Application , Erap , Thera
What do labor pains really feel like?
2007-09-07 06:26:00 They felt like someone sort of twisting my intestines. I was expecting something like the severe period pain that I usually have, but it was in a completely different place?at my front, rather than in the small of my back. More About: Pregnancy , Labor , Feel , Ally
When to call your doctor for labor during pregnancy
2007-09-07 06:19:00 Your water breaks The membranes of the amniotic sac rupture, either in a trickle or a gush. This More About: Pregnancy , Labor , Call , Doctor
Signs of pre-labor during pregnancy
2007-09-07 06:08:00 You?re still in pre-labor if: Practice contractions become more frequent More About: Pregnancy , Signs , Labor
Birth-day: Delivery of the Placenta
2007-09-05 05:08:00 Uterus keeps contracting to deliver the placenta. To help control the bleeding, your ob/gyn will lightly massage your belly and may give you an IV drip of Pitocin. Then, any episiotomies or tears will be stitched up. This stage lasts from five to 3o minutes. More About: Pregnancy , Birth , Liver , Deli , Delivery
Birth-day timeline: Crowning
2007-09-05 05:02:00 Baby?s head becomes visible with each push, then retreats. The doctor or midwife may tell you to take a pause in pushing as the head slides out, and you may need an episiotomy or tear naturally at this point. Crowning lasts until baby arrives, anywhere from minutes to more More About: Pregnancy , Timeline , Birth
Birth-day timeline: Pushing
2007-09-05 04:55:00 Contractions ease up a little, occurring every three to five minutes. The baby?s head moves down into the birth canal. You?ll feel an uncontrollable urge to push. Expect this phase to last about 60 to 90 minutes. More About: Pregnancy , Timeline , Birth , Push
Mouthwash and gargles: a technique used for aromatherapy
2007-09-04 01:18:00 Used strictly in the correct dilutions, essential oils provide a natural, gentle way to help clear up mouth ulcers, oral thrush and infected gums, but it cannot be stressed too much that essential oils More About: Aromatherapy , Technique , Aroma , Erap , Nique
Hands: a technique used for aromatherapy
2007-09-04 01:08:00 Dry, chapped hands may be soothed by soaking in a bowl of warm water containing a few drops of essential oil such as patchouli or rose. More About: Aromatherapy , Technique , Hands , Aroma , Erap
Foot Bath: a technique for aromatherapy
2007-09-04 00:50:00 Tired, swollen feet can be refreshed by bathing in a basin of hot water containing 4-5 drops of lavender, peppermint, rosemary or thyme. More About: Aromatherapy , Bath , Technique , Aroma , Erap
Birth-day timeline: transition
2007-09-03 11:49:00 Cervix completely dilates to 10 centimeters. Contractions are very close together, one to three minutes apart, and last about a minute and a half each. Nausea and shaking is common as the pain intensifies. Fortunately, this is the shortest part of labor: 30 minutes to More About: Pregnancy , Timeline , Birth , Transition , Tran
Birth-day timeline: Active phase
2007-09-03 11:39:00 Contractions occur every three to five minutes. Water (or amniotic sac) often breaks at this point. Cervix finishes effacing and dilates about one centimeter an hour. Back labor-back pain caused by the baby entering the birth canal in an awkward position-can begins at More About: Pregnancy , Timeline , Birth , Active , Phase
Birth-day timeline: Early labor
2007-09-03 11:29:00 Mild, somewhat erratic contractions begin, ranging from five to thirty minutes apart. Cervix thins out (effaces) and begins to dilate to approximately three of four centimeters. This stage ranges from eight to 12 hours for first-time moms, but it could last anywhere from a few More About: Pregnancy , Timeline , Labor , Birth , Early
Sitz bath: a technique used for aromatherapy
2007-09-02 10:30:00 A sitz, or shallow, bath in the appropriate essential oil can bring enormous relief in conditions such as hemorrhoids, thrush and cystitis. More About: Aromatherapy , Bath , Technique , Aroma , Erap
Bathing and showering: a technique used for aromatherapy
2007-09-02 10:20:00 Add a few drops (5-10) of essential oil to the bath water after the water has been drawn, then close the door to retain aromatic vapors. The choice of oils is entirely up to the individual, depending on the desired effect, although those with sensitive skin are advised to have the oils ready diluted in ... More About: Aromatherapy , Technique , Aroma , Erap , Nique
Flower waters: a technique used for aromatherapy
2007-09-02 10:05:00 Flower waters constitute a refreshing and soothing aid in the treatment and prevention of skin conditions such as eczema and acne, and can be easily prepared at home. Simply add around 20 drops of essential oil to an amber glass bottle containing 100 ml of More About: Aromatherapy , Technique , Flower , Aroma , Erap
Mom-tested checklist of what to pack for your hospital stay
2007-09-01 18:20:00 Labor Bag Your insurance card and hospital paperwork, including any cord-blood packaging Eyeglasses, if you wear them More About: Pregnancy , Hospital , Stay , Pack , Spit
Labor Statistics for U.S. women
2007-09-01 18:11:00 13+ Percentage deliveries in which labor is induced 12.5-20.5 Average number of hour?s first-time moms spends in labor More About: Women , Pregnancy , Statistics , Labor
The best-laid plans before labor and delivery
2007-09-01 17:57:00 If there?s one thing that?s always true about labor and delivery, it?s that they never go exactly according to the birth plan. Still, discussing your options with your doctor or midwife is an important part of the preparations. Keep these tips in mind as you draw up your plan. More About: Pregnancy , Plans , Labor , Fore , Liver
Face creams, oils and lotion for aromatherapy
2007-08-29 06:15:00 For the face, essential oils should be mixed with base oils in much the same way as for massage, the main difference being more nourishing oils such as apricot kernel and avocado should be used in preference to ordinary vegetable oils. (It should be noted that avocado is More About: Aromatherapy , Face , Lotion , Oils , Aroma
Hair treatments/scalp tonics for aromatherapy
2007-08-29 06:03:00 Many hair conditions such as dryness, excessive grease, or dandruff will respond to aromatherapy using specific recipes of essential oils diluted in nourishing base oil. For instance, 60 drops of an essential oil diluted in 100 ml of base oil (such as olive or sweet almond) will More About: Aromatherapy , Treatments , Hair , Aroma , Erap
Compresses: a technique for aromatherapy
2007-08-29 05:53:00 Compresses are effective in the treatment of a variety of muscular and rheumatic aches and pains as well as bruises and headaches. To prepare a compress, add 5 drops of oil to a small bowl of water. Soak a piece of flannel or other absorbent material in the solution. More About: Aromatherapy , Technique , Aroma , Erap , Nique
VBAC Quandary
2007-08-27 01:43:00 Another point of debate with C-sections is whether they prevent women from delivering future babies vaginally. A C-section can adversely affect subsequent pregnancies if there are complications with the placenta and incisional scar. Placental complications are More About: Pregnancy
What pregnant women should do to take care of their baby?
2007-08-27 01:37:00 ? Consider delaying an epidural until your labor is well established and progressing. Although studies don?t indicate a link between epidurals and C-sections, an epidural given too early may slow labor progress and lead to further intervention. More About: Women , Baby , Pregnancy , Pregnant , Care
What?s best for Mom and Baby?
2007-08-27 01:29:00 ? Take good care of yourself to reduce the risk of complications or interventions. Healthy women tend to have healthy babies. To stay healthy throughout pregnancy, get early and consistent prenatal care, watch your weight, and don?t smoke or use drugs. Exercise will More About: Baby , Pregnancy
Inhalation technique for aromatherapy
2007-08-26 02:35:00 Inhalation is thought to be the most direct and rapid means of treatment. This is because the molecules of the volatile essential oil act directly on the olfactory organs and are immediately perceived by the brain. A popular method is the time-honored one of steam More About: Aromatherapy , Technique , Aroma , Erap , Nique
Bathing technique for aromatherapy
2007-08-26 02:02:00 Bathing most people has experienced the benefits of relaxing in a hot bath to which a proprietary perfumed preparation has been added. Most of these preparations contain essential oils used in aromatherapy. The addition of a number of drops of an essential oil to the bath More About: Aromatherapy , Technique , Aroma , Erap , Nique
Massage for aromatherapy
2007-08-26 01:40:00 Massage is the most familiar method of treatment associated with aromatherapy. Essential oils are able to penetrate through the skin and are taken into the body, exerting haling and beneficial influences on internal tissues and organs. The oils used for massage are More About: Aromatherapy , Massage , Aroma , Erap , Massa
Scheduled Childbirths
2007-08-25 03:10:00 For medical necessity and convenience, labor is frequently induced. Failed inductions, however, account for a big chunk of first-time C-sections. To activate labor, cervical ripening agents, Pitocin, and artificially rupturing membranes may be very effective, but they may not More About: Pregnancy
Postpartum concerns are one of the factors of high rates in C-sections
More articles from this author:2007-08-25 03:02:00 Some obstetricians do C-sections to save potential damage to the perineum (the area between the vagina and rectum). There?s conflicting information about a vaginal delivery?s affect on the pelvic floor, which are the muscles that support the bladder and rectum. Some More About: Pregnancy , High , Rates , Rate , Actor 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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