CLARY SAGE helps to induce labour
By Guiomar Campbell, CST, RN
Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea) is one of the most powerful plants mother
earth provides us. One of the numerous health benefits of clary sage
essential oil is to promote relaxation and pain relief during labor. It is especially
useful where muscular tension arises from mental or emotional stress.
Unprocessed emotions can block the process of
labour. The scent of Clary sage oil along with acupressure treatment can help
a woman feel more connected with the intensity of labor. When
it is applied during last stage of labor, it may calm and enhance
the dream state, helping to bring about a feeling of euphoria.
Safety
I prefer to use Clary sage during labor, or to induce labor during the
later part of the third trimester. It may induce contractions and
stimulate the release of oxytocin in pregnant women. Therefore it is
highly recommended during labor.
It is always best to consult your midwife or doctor before using it.
Use Clary sage in moderation as this can cause symptoms of headaches
and euphoria.
Where to use Clary sage
Dilute in gentle carrier oil and rub it into the skin over the
belly, buttocks, acupressure points on the inside of the legs and feet.
Between contractions
Apply one to three drops of the essential in the palm of your hands
and inhale deeply three times. In my experience women generally can
fit two deep inhalation before next contraction.
The other choice is to use Clary sage is to place a few drops of
undiluted oil in a cotton ball. Once the oil is absorbed, the mother
can place the cotton balls under her pillow or somewhere nearby while
she is giving birth.
During contractions
Apply 1-3 drops of Clary sage essential oil blend to the acupressure
points SP6, Ki1, Bl 28 and massage with finger.
SP6: pastedGraphic Ki1: pastedGraphic Bi28 pastedGraphic
Important to hold the
pressure for 1-2 breaths. Than stroke along the meridian line. i.e. Sp
meridian continue massaging the lower legs towards the inner side of
the foot towards the big toe.
When contractions slow down or dilation needs to speed up
Inhalation is the best remedy. The pungent fragrance helps quicken the
labor process by intensifying the muscle contractions.
Rub diluted (see recipe) Clary sage essential oil on her belly while in labor.
It releases muscle tension and provides the necessary calm and comfort
to the mother.
It also helps in cervical dilation, required for the baby to come out.
Massage the KI1 point, located in the bottom of foot and apply deep
holding pressure. It helps to ground and bring the energy down to the
legs.
Massage the palm of hands along lung (thumb side) and heart (little
finger side) meridians. Stroke the inner arms several times.
Recipe from Guia’s Lotus Blends
I put this formula together for my second pregnancy and and loved it!
I added fennel for nausea and Ylang ylang to increase pleasure and
feeling of sensuality. It also balances yin energy and male and female
energy in the body.
Labor oil
10 drops of Clary Sage oil
10 drops of lavender
4 drops of fennel
4 drops of Ylang Ylang
50 ml of either Grape seed oil, Coconut oil, Sweet Almond oil or Jojoba oil
This blend can be massaged on the palm and the feet of the woman in labor.
It releases muscle tension and thereby provides the necessary calm and
comfort to the mother. It also helps in muscle dilation, required for
the baby to come out.
Bibliography
Essential Oils Desk Reference by Essential Science Publishing ESP.
Research by Dr. Gary Young
Aromatherapy an A-Z by Patricia Davis
Healing with Aromatherapy by Marlene Ericksen
AmazingPregnancy.com
By Guiomar Campbell, CST, RN
Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea) is one of the most powerful plants mother
earth provides us. One of the numerous health benefits of clary sage
essential oil is to promote relaxation and pain relief during labor. It is especially
useful where muscular tension arises from mental or emotional stress.
Unprocessed emotions can block the process of
labour. The scent of Clary sage oil along with acupressure treatment can help
a woman feel more connected with the intensity of labor. When
it is applied during last stage of labor, it may calm and enhance
the dream state, helping to bring about a feeling of euphoria.
Safety
I prefer to use Clary sage during labor, or to induce labor during the
later part of the third trimester. It may induce contractions and
stimulate the release of oxytocin in pregnant women. Therefore it is
highly recommended during labor.
It is always best to consult your midwife or doctor before using it.
Use Clary sage in moderation as this can cause symptoms of headaches
and euphoria.
Where to use Clary sage
Dilute in gentle carrier oil and rub it into the skin over the
belly, buttocks, acupressure points on the inside of the legs and feet.
Between contractions
Apply one to three drops of the essential in the palm of your hands
and inhale deeply three times. In my experience women generally can
fit two deep inhalation before next contraction.
The other choice is to use Clary sage is to place a few drops of
undiluted oil in a cotton ball. Once the oil is absorbed, the mother
can place the cotton balls under her pillow or somewhere nearby while
she is giving birth.
During contractions
Apply 1-3 drops of Clary sage essential oil blend to the acupressure
points SP6, Ki1, Bl 28 and massage with finger.
SP6: pastedGraphic Ki1: pastedGraphic Bi28 pastedGraphic
Important to hold the
pressure for 1-2 breaths. Than stroke along the meridian line. i.e. Sp
meridian continue massaging the lower legs towards the inner side of
the foot towards the big toe.
When contractions slow down or dilation needs to speed up
Inhalation is the best remedy. The pungent fragrance helps quicken the
labor process by intensifying the muscle contractions.
Rub diluted (see recipe) Clary sage essential oil on her belly while in labor.
It releases muscle tension and provides the necessary calm and comfort
to the mother.
It also helps in cervical dilation, required for the baby to come out.
Massage the KI1 point, located in the bottom of foot and apply deep
holding pressure. It helps to ground and bring the energy down to the
legs.
Massage the palm of hands along lung (thumb side) and heart (little
finger side) meridians. Stroke the inner arms several times.
Recipe from Guia’s Lotus Blends
I put this formula together for my second pregnancy and and loved it!
I added fennel for nausea and Ylang ylang to increase pleasure and
feeling of sensuality. It also balances yin energy and male and female
energy in the body.
Labor oil
10 drops of Clary Sage oil
10 drops of lavender
4 drops of fennel
4 drops of Ylang Ylang
50 ml of either Grape seed oil, Coconut oil, Sweet Almond oil or Jojoba oil
This blend can be massaged on the palm and the feet of the woman in labor.
It releases muscle tension and thereby provides the necessary calm and
comfort to the mother. It also helps in muscle dilation, required for
the baby to come out.
Bibliography
Essential Oils Desk Reference by Essential Science Publishing ESP.
Research by Dr. Gary Young
Aromatherapy an A-Z by Patricia Davis
Healing with Aromatherapy by Marlene Ericksen
AmazingPregnancy.com
