HOLISTIC PREGNANCY AND NATURAL BIRTH
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Natural relief to common symptom during pregnancy
using herbs, essential oils and homeopathic remedies.


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 For nausea and morning sickness**:
  • Ginger is a common natural remedy for nausea and morning sickness. It can be taken in the form of ginger tea, ginger ale, or ginger supplements.
  • Peppermint or lemon essential oil may help reduce symptoms when used in a diffuser or applied to the skin with a carrier oil.
For tiredness and fatigue:
  • Getting enough rest and staying hydrated can help manage fatigue during pregnancy.
  • Exercise, yoga and staying active can also help improve energy levels.
For constipation**:
  • Increasing fiber intake through foods such as fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, or supplementation can help alleviate constipation and help with regularity.
  • Drinking plenty of water and staying active can also help.
For heartburn and mild indigestion*:
  • Some triggers such as spicy or fatty foods, can exacerbate these symptoms.  Eating smaller, more frequent meals can help reduce these symptoms.
  • Small sips of water can help neutralize stomach acid and promote saliva production, which can help relieve heartburn.
For back pain***:
  • Gentle stretches and yoga can help alleviate back pain during pregnancy.
  • Hot and cold packs, 
For swelling***:
  • Staying hydrated and avoiding standing for long periods of time can help reduce swelling during pregnancy.
  • Elevating the feet and legs above the heart can also help alleviate swelling.
For insomnia**:
  • Establishing a bedtime routine, drinking hot tea and powering down electronics 30 minutes before bedtime, can creating a comfortable routine to allow restful sleep.

Chiropractic*, acupuncture** and massage*** have been shown to have many health benefits during pregnancy.  It is important that you find a practitioner that is trained in the treatment of perinatal and prenatal women and consult them prior to any remedies. **  


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  • Home
  • Meet Dr. Josh
  • Services
    • Dr. Josh's Blog
  • Congratulations on your pregnancy
    • Getting Started With Perinatal Care
    • Step by Step Guide for Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy Checklist
    • Natural Symptom Relief
    • Choosing a natural birth?
    • The Webster Technique
    • RETHINKING "DUE DATE"
    • ULTIMATE HEALTHY SHOPPING CHEET SHEET
    • Top 8 Natural Headache Remedies For Pregnancy.
    • Effects of maternal stress on newborn
    • The 24 benefits of breast feeding for mama and baby