Thrush– occurs when there is an overgrowth of Candida Albicans, a yeast-like fungus that naturally lives within our ‘gut’. This can be caused by the intake of antibiotics, diet, lifestyle choices and/or when there is a pH imbalance within the vagina due to other causes. Carriers (oils and other ingredients) are used to dilute the potency of essential oils to the right strength, as undiluted essential oils can cause irritation when applied directly to the skin. Different carriers vary in consistency and suitability for different essential oils and applications. Mixing essential oils and their carriers needs knowledge and care as their aroma, consistency and potency can be affected. Apart from regular paracetamol and keeping the area clean, midwives often recommend a soak in a warm bath infused with lavender essential oil as it is known for its soothing, healing and relaxing properties. The problem is that oil and water don’t mix well, which means that the essential oils won’t necessarily reach the parts they need to when taking a bath. Some midwives also recommended putting witch hazel onto a maternity pad to ease swelling and discomfort, but women are often unsure as to the quantity to use.

After childbirth, bruising, swelling and soreness of the perineum and the surrounding area are common. This Midwife developed soak is made with premium Epsom salts, which instantly disperses in warm bath water. These salts are made up of two naturally occurring minerals, magnesium and sulphate, known for their ability to help a tired, aching body to relax and soothe. Blended with essential oils - tea tree and calendula, bergamot aids relaxation, and added arnica. Combining the right essential oils with naturally soothing properties in a bottle which sprayed upside down, then enabled women to deliver the product exactly to the area that needed it.

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SOAK FOR BITS: is a new mum’s essential for the first post partum recovery baths. This caring bath soak is created by experts to help improve every new mum’s after care. A hospital bag essential. Top tip: Go to the toilet as soon as you get the urge and empty your bladder fully. If you don’t get the urge until it’s almost too late, put an alarm on your phone and sit on the toilet every 1-2 hours to ‘retrain’ your bladder. Discharge -is mostly a healthy symptom and helps ‘wash’ harmful bacteria out of the vagina. It is increased during pregnancy as your body is even more keen to protect itself from infection. Essential oils have properties which can provide effective relief from minor ailments during pregnancy and the postpartum. Spritz for Bits and My Expert Midwife products enable women to use them as self-help measures during pregnancy and postnatally, but they are not intended to replace your midwifery/medical care, rather to compliment and work with your antenatal, labour and postnatal care.

GENTLE ON DELICATE AREAS: Designed to clean, soothe and help maintain the condition of the perineum to promote recovery. Our soothing perineal soak can be used straight after birth. Warm compress - Applying this to the perineum, when it is stretching during the birth, helps the tissues warm up and improves their flexibility and stretch during the birth, reducing the incidence of tearing. Top tip: keep well topped-up with regular pain-relief and take bulk-forming laxatives if you’re struggling with your bowels. A steroid-based pile-cream may be just what you need for the first couple of days.The unique blend of essential oils and compounds below were selected to specifically target and calm sore, swollen and irritated areas. Spritz for Bits can also be sprayed upside down to target the exact area you need it to, as well as stored in the fridge for extra cooling relief. Midwife developed, mum approved, the My Expert Midwife's award winning range provides effective solutions to common pregnancy, birth, new mum and newborn issues, to help you feel like you again.

FEATURES ESSENTIAL OILS: Tea Tree and calendulaare are anti-inflammatory, soothing, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial, supporting the body’s healing process after childbirth. Arnica has long been associated with healing properties including bruising, muscle aches, wounds, and swelling. Bergamot is mood boosting with mildly sedating effects, helping you relax and feel like you again. Helping to ease the minor ailments, aches and pains which can often accompany pregnancy and childbirth can increase comfort during the weeks and months of pregnancy and the immediate postnatal period. Spritz for Bits gives you the correct blend of essential oils to help provide soothing relief with minor ailments, which in turn can impact positively on both mental and physical wellbeing. Why was Spritz for Bits developed?With an expert blend of witch hazel, tea tree and lavender to soothe and calm, many people soon began to voice to us just how helpful and needed this product was for them. So, what is in Spritz for Bits and how does it work? Lavender - Is known to be calming, can reduce anxiety, stress and restlessness as well as ease swelling, bruising, itching and stinging.

Understanding the different changes and possible ailments that may happen to your “bits” during your pregnancy, your birth and your recovery will help you feel informed and able to distinguish what is ‘normal’ and when you may need to seek advice from a health professional.Top tip: You can use Spritz for Bitsfor instant relief from day one. Investing time in helping your bits to recover will be time well spent, so ensure you get plenty of rest and self-care. ZERO CHEMICALS - Made in the UK with safe ingredients from organic agriculture, our pre-and post-partum wound spray is suitable for vegans. It is certified COSMOS natural by the Soil Association. Essential oils can work when applied topically onto the skin, or by inhalation to influence behaviours and emotions. They can be several times stronger than dried herbs, therefore they need to be diluted into the recommended safe quantities. As midwives we know it is common for women to experience discomfort after giving birth. Midwives are always trying to find ways to help people to relieve the feelings of soreness after a vaginal or caesarean section birth. Feeling more comfortable helps to improve experiences in the postnatal period and makes the transition for the whole family with a newborn less stressful and more enjoyable.