Peppermint oil for headaches?

Question

I'm not a natural path at all but I got terrible migraines my first trimester instead of nausea. I used this peppermint essential oil blend on my temples to help instead of Tylenol. I'm now 17 weeks and had originally looked up stuff about it right away but now when I go on to look it up it says DO NOT USE! I only used it topically on my temples but I'm afraid I've done harm to my baby. Has anyone used this and been fine? Please help!!!!

Answer

I've talked to my doctor and did my own research... I have found absolutely nothing to support the notion that peppermint or mint is unsafe. Things like raspberry leaf tea (in he first trimester) and other herbs are not (or there's no info to show either way).  I drink peppermint tea all the time, and now 30w.... I'm not sure where the anti-peppermint thing is coming from. Anyway, everyone has a right to make their own choices and I support that! Just want to calm your mind.... Peppermint oil helped me with migraines and nausea during pregnancy. Best wishes!

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Peppermint is a Nono during pregnancy due to it possibly causing contractions, try lavender next time.