Allison England is a qualified and practising aromatherapist who specialises in pre- and postnatal care and women's health. She has worked with complementary therapies for the last 35 years, and writes exclusively on health and family matters. She has five children.
Highly practical guidance on the safe use of massage and essential oils throughout pregnancy, birth and babyhood. England is an aromatherapist specialising in pre- and post-natal care and women's health, and the mother of five children. Expert advice is especially important as essential oils are often not recommended during pregnancy; this includes a list of oils to avoid while pregnant as well as an A-to-Z guide to essential oils in general. Every stage of new motherhood is covered, and the uses of aromatherapy for a multitude of problems, from combating indigestion to easing labour, encouraging milk flow to soothing teething problems, is empathically explained. (Kirkus UK)