What are the best natural remedies during pregnancy?

Pregnancy is a nine-month period that is often hectic for your health! Between nausea and leg pain, the days can sometimes seem long. Of course, it is essential to consult your doctor if you are not feeling well. At the same time, you can also try natural remedies. With the certified naturopath Fabrice Cravatte, we take stock of the various existing remedies, and how to use them properly. 

First of all, it is important to remember that naturopathy is a practice that does not replace medicine. In case of pain or disorders, especially if we are expecting a baby, we do not hesitate to go quickly to our doctor, gynecologist or midwife. Potential warning signs should not be overlooked during pregnancy.

For constipation, massage and lemon juice

Fabrice Cravatte, certified naturopath, gives us his recommendations to naturally remedy the ailments of pregnancy. ” It’s okay to be constipated during pregnancy, it is physiological. The uterus and the future baby pressing on the intestine, the transit is often found slowed down. As a natural treatment to relieve Constipation, you can drink in the morning organic lemon juice diluted in a glass of warm or hot water. You can also take psyllium blond (also called plaintain of the Indies). These are seeds mainly grown in India. They have very recognized laxative properties. Among the herbs recommended against constipation, you can also make yourself a mallow flower infusion, by dosing it lightly: a tablespoon for a cup, with 10 minutes of infusion », Explains the expert. In any case, do not hesitate to seek the advice of your doctor.

The Massages are also a good way to relieve constipation problems: ” You can gently massage the area of ​​the left colon, it is often effective in the fight against constipation. Finally, do not hesitate to use a step on which to position your feet, slightly apart from each other, when you go to the bathroom. »

Gastric reflux, acid reflux and heartburn, which natural treatments?

Very common in pregnant women, heartburn can quickly become uncomfortable. In order to relieve gastric reflux, we can already space out meals as much as possible to avoid eating too much food at once. L’pineapple can also very quickly become our friend, because it limits stomach pain. Do not hesitate to take it during your meals. The cannelle and Ginger they are also good allies in helping you relieve your stomach ailments.

What kind of painkiller to take when you are pregnant? For breast pain and back pain?

During pregnancy, lactation will gradually take place, which can cause unpleasant pain, especially late pregnancy. We can use hydrology to be relieved: ” Do small showers of cold water, regularly, to soothe your chest. Do you suffer from back pain, classic during pregnancy? You can massage the painful area with noble laurel essential oil. This has pain-relieving properties and a soothing effect ”Sums up Fabrice Cravatte. 

Note: essential oils should never be used in the first trimester of pregnancy, and some are prohibited throughout pregnancy. Always ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice.

In case of gestational diabetes: prevention and hot water bottles

Gestational diabetes can affect pregnant women, including those who have no history of diabetes before pregnancy. In this case, you will of course be followed by your doctor. At the same time, you should also carefully monitor your food ” It is necessary to avoid all that is of the order of the fast sugars, and to privilege a diet with carbohydrates with low glycemic index., explains the naturopathic expert. You can also relieve your liver by applying a hot water bottle above. But be careful, do not do liver drainage, which is not recommended.. “

How to calm nausea and stomach aches when pregnant? Fresh ginger to relieve nausea

Nausea is unfortunately very common during pregnancy. To be relieved, we can opt for natural remedies, emphasizes Fabrice Cravatte: “ You can make yourself herbal teas fresh ginger, top food to treat digestive disorders. »Drinking lots of water is necessary. If possible, avoid tap water and drink filtered water, ideal if you want to breastfeed after birth. 

Migraine and headaches: which natural medicines during pregnancy?

Migraines are common during pregnancy, sometimes for nine months. They quickly become a source of discomfort for pregnant women. The important thing, first of all, is to have a good hydration. Do not hesitate to drink hot or cold water regularly. You can also let yourself be tempted by a ginger infusion. As with nausea, this one has anti-inflammatory properties that will reduce your headaches. You can also put a compress soaked in hot water, or a hot water bottle, on your neck, because sometimes migraines come from muscle causes.

How to relieve the ailments of early pregnancy? Green tea against water retention

Water retention is common during pregnancy. They result in sensations of swelling, with the appearance of edema. It is not painful, but can be uncomfortable, especially in late pregnancy. In this case, it is important to hydrate well (drink at least 1,5 liters of water per day). Also think reduce your salt intake, because it promotes water retention. On the diet side, eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, because they are full of water and fiber. You can also drink green tea, in moderation (no more than 2 cups per day), very effective against water retention.

How about trying grandma’s remedies?

A green clay poultice against back pain.

« As a poultice, it has pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties, explains Francine Caumel-Dauphin, liberal midwife and author of Guide to my natural pregnancy. Mix green clay powder with a little hot water until you obtain a paste to spread on a towel. Apply it to the painful area. »Leave on for an hour or two, while the clay dries. Aroma-Zone green clay, € 4,50, on aroma-zone.com.

Synthol to relieve contractures and bruises.

Apply it to the painful area and massage it in. Repeat the application two to three times a day, to be used occasionally. Liquid Synthol, approximately € 6,80, in pharmacies.

A gargle to fight a sore throat.

Francine Caumel-Dauphin also recommends lemon and honey for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Salt also has an antibacterial effect. Dilute a pinch of coarse salt, half a lemon juice and a teaspoon of honey in a glass of hot water. Repeat twice a day.

Rennie lozenges against rising acids.

They neutralize heartburn and soothe the pain of gastric reflux. Take one tablet, up to four per day. From € 5 to € 6, in pharmacies.

Belloc’s charcoal to reduce bloating.

It absorbs gas and soothes stomach aches. Two capsules, two to three times a day. From 6 to 7 €, in pharmacies.

Brewer’s yeast against diarrhea.

Take two 50 mg capsules, twice a day, associated with good hydration (ultra-yeast, approximately € 6, in pharmacies). If diarrhea persists beyond 48 hours, consult.

The Youth of Abbé Soury to soothe heavy legs.

The herbs it contains, such as witch hazel, are safe during pregnancy. They act in synergy against venous insufficiency. Take one to two teaspoonfuls of the oral solution twice a day, approx. € 9, in pharmacies.