Essential Oils exam

Posted December 7th, 2007 by Ysha
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Dec 6, 2007 10:07 PM
Hi Ysha,

I'm almost finished with the exam on essential oils. There is only one question that I have no answer for. Why would I choose to work with essential oils instead of homeopathics, flower essences or other energy support therapies soon after childbirth? I don't remember having discussed this. Would you be so kind to help me understand why essential oils are superior to the other therapies?

Thank you.

Love,
Heidi

Hi Heidi;

In this situation, generally speaking we can say the oils are a better choice because the mother needs more grounded therapies, more earth/water/fire and physicality component. There are of course those who respond better to the most subtle influences, but they are very much in the minority so it is wise to have this understanding. There are so many different types of therapies out there, and it is good to understand why we choose which; it is in keeping with the principles for Ayurveda around the postpartum time.

Thank you!
Ysha