Essential oils have long been known to contain positive healing, therapeutic and cosmetic properties  and their use dates back as far as ancient Egypt. Smells can trigger both psychological and physiological responses in the body. The impulses work quickly triggering neurochemicals that can be stimulating, sedating, relaxing or euphoric.

This is why the sense of smell has such a powerful and immediate effect on the body and why aromatherapy can be so effective; especially in situations where the heart rate and respiration can be affected by fear or anxiety such as in labour. Blends that have promoted positive response during pregnancy are ideal to use during labour. Smelling her personal blend helps the birthing mother revisit those feelings and release endorphins which assist an easier passage through labour. The conscious, questioning mind is switched off, allowing the primitive, powerful instincts of the birthing body to do their work.

Email kat on kat@katrinaberry.co.uk to book a free 15 minute telephone consultation with Kat in January to ascertain which essential oils can best support you. You will then have the opportunity to purchase a bespoke blend to help you physically and emotionally which can be used in the bath or shower, a massage oil or a portable roll-on pulse point wand.