{"id":3572,"date":"2024-01-23T01:06:24","date_gmt":"2024-01-23T01:06:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/?p=3572"},"modified":"2024-01-23T19:08:44","modified_gmt":"2024-01-23T19:08:44","slug":"the-safe-use-of-herbs-and-aromatics-during-pregnancy-breastfeeding-postnatally-and-with-small-children-with-dr-mary-louise-bove-nd-ep-398","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/2024\/01\/the-safe-use-of-herbs-and-aromatics-during-pregnancy-breastfeeding-postnatally-and-with-small-children-with-dr-mary-louise-bove-nd-ep-398\/","title":{"rendered":"The Safe Use of Herbs and Aromatics During Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, Postnatal and with Small Children With Dr. Mary Louise Bove, ND (Ep. 398)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-3573\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2024\/01\/herbs-and-essential-oils-in-pregnancy-and-children-300x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2024\/01\/herbs-and-essential-oils-in-pregnancy-and-children-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2024\/01\/herbs-and-essential-oils-in-pregnancy-and-children-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2024\/01\/herbs-and-essential-oils-in-pregnancy-and-children-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2024\/01\/herbs-and-essential-oils-in-pregnancy-and-children-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2024\/01\/herbs-and-essential-oils-in-pregnancy-and-children-65x65.png 65w, https:\/\/www.saratoga.com\/healing-health-wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/125\/2024\/01\/herbs-and-essential-oils-in-pregnancy-and-children.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/revolutionoilspodcast.com\/revolution-podcast\/using-herbs-and-essential-oils-safely-during-critical-times-in-the-lifespan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>(Listen to the Full Episode Here.)<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p>In this episode of the <a href=\"https:\/\/revolutionoilspodcast.com\/revolution\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Essential Oil Revolution Podcast<\/strong><\/a>, we discuss how to use herbs and essential oils safely during critical times of development including pregnancy, breastfeeding, postnatal, and with children.<\/p>\n<p>The use of herbs and essential oils in pregnancy and in children is quite controversial in medicine. This is due to the <a href=\"https:\/\/aromaticstudies.com\/aromatherapy-pregnancy\/\">ethical considerations<\/a> of research in pregnancy and the lack of robust studies. Yet, evidence and traditional knowledge of using botanicals safely does exist for both kids and moms-to-be. Still, finding a trustworthy source can be hard to decipher during these times of vulnerability and when the utmost caution is warranted.<\/p>\n<p>Thankfully, we are blessed to have the brilliant Dr. Mary Bove <a href=\"https:\/\/revolutionoilspodcast.com\/revolution-podcast\/using-herbs-and-essential-oils-safely-during-critical-times-in-the-lifespan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>on this week&#8217;s show<\/strong><\/a>. She literally wrote <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Encyclopedia-Natural-Healing-Children-Infants\/dp\/0658007254\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">An Encyclopedia of Natural Healing for Children and Infants<\/a> and a book on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Herbs-Womens-Health-Herbal-Menopause\/dp\/0879837594\/ref=sr_1_7?crid=1RM8L0JUDG94S&amp;keywords=mary+bove+books&amp;qid=1695096026&amp;s=books&amp;sprefix=mary+bove+books%2Cstripbooks%2C144&amp;sr=1-7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Herbs for Women&#8217;s Health, <\/a>which offers authoritative and evidence-based guidance for women across all stages of their lifespan. She also has been an herbalist for over 50 years, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor for over 30 years, is a certified midwife, and has a diploma in phytotherapy from England.<\/p>\n<p>She is the perfect practitioner to shine a light on this broad topic! Her incredible passion and love of plants combined with her training, education, and encyclopedic knowledge will awe you!<\/p>\n<p>I encourage you to <strong>listen to<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/revolutionoilspodcast.com\/revolution-podcast\/using-herbs-and-essential-oils-safely-during-critical-times-in-the-lifespan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>the full episode<\/strong><\/a><strong> and to share it with others.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Here\u2019s An Overview of <\/strong><strong>What You Will Learn:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dr. Bove\u2019s journey that led her to become an esteemed herbalist and a leader in natural health.<\/li>\n<li>The waning and comeback of plants as stewards to our health vs. just a commodity.<\/li>\n<li>The importance of proper dosage and preparation of herbs and essential oils for individual conditions and especially at critical times of development in the lifespan.<\/li>\n<li>How essential oils offer powerful medicinal properties through their aroma.<\/li>\n<li>Why we are more cautious with herbs and essential oils during pregnancy, lactation, and childhood.<\/li>\n<li>Why herbs and essential oils from the same plant may not share contraindications.<\/li>\n<li>How to start safely using essential oils and herbs during pregnancy and with children and when to seek an expert.<\/li>\n<li>Considerations to keep in mind with herbs and essential oils that are listed as contraindicated in vulnerable time periods.<\/li>\n<li>Several herbs and essential oils that have been proven safe and effective for use in pregnancy, lactation, and with children.<\/li>\n<li>An herb that was found to decrease postpartum depression and what essential oils could also support mood.<\/li>\n<li>Common and safe herbs and essential oils to use for preparing for pregnancy and in the first trimester, second, and third trimester, and postpartum based on common concerns.<\/li>\n<li>What herbs can help with lactation and what is a go-to galactagogue.<\/li>\n<li>The importance of using herbs and spices in foods daily.<\/li>\n<li>Are essential oils adaptogens?<\/li>\n<li>Six safe and common herbs and essential oils to use for children\u2019s common conditions including an upset stomach, immune issues, anxiety, focus problems, and cradle cap.<\/li>\n<li>How to use essential oils in infants and babies.<\/li>\n<li>What age to switch from children to adult dosages.<\/li>\n<li>Dr. Bove\u2019s DIY for spraying linens in hotels to refresh and relax.<\/li>\n<li>Closing questions to learn more about Dr. Bove.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/revolutionoilspodcast.com\/revolution-podcast\/using-herbs-and-essential-oils-safely-during-critical-times-in-the-lifespan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to listen to the full episode.<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/dr-lobisco.com\/using-herbs-and-aromatics-safely-with-children-and-through-the-stages-of-motherhood-through-pregnancy-breastfeeding-postnatally-with-dr-mary-louise-bove-nd-ep-398\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click here for more detailed show notes and additional references.<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n<p>You can learn more about the herbal certification program with Dr. Bove and additional offerings at: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecoversity.org\/herbalism-certification\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/www.ecoversity.org\/herbalism-certification<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Please support the show by subscribing and providing a rating and feedback on your favorite podcast player. 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