Many
women experience extreme nausea during their pregnancy
that can be triggered by anything, especially strong
fragrance. Many women cannot handle other people’s perfume
and cologne during their pregnancy, not to mention wearing
perfume themselves. Here are a few tips on how to handle
other people’s perfume fumes during pregnancy, and some
tips on how pregnant women can have fun with fragrance
during pregnancy too.
Exercise Moderation
When
you are pregnant, a perfume can smell great one minute and
make you feel dizzy the next, so if you do find a scent
you think you can live with use it in moderation to ensure
you do not overwhelm yourself. Stick to natural brands,
and try to use a spritz that contains mostly water and
natural essential oils or plant extracts. Many people
believe that pregnant women should not be exposed to
chemicals in the perfume because they could potentially
damage the fetus. Although perfume has been found to be
safe to wear during pregnancy, it is always good to
exercise caution.
Place Odor Absorbers in the Room to Catch Unwanted Smells
If you
are having a party and want to clear away perfume
lingering in the air, cut an onion and place half of it in
the room to absorb the odors. Place a small cup of vinegar
in the room to absorb the odors if you don’t have an onion,
and consider purchasing an air cleaner.
Carry a Fragrant Sachet in your Purse on Outings to
Counteract Bad Odors
If
sharing a car with a person wearing heavy cologne, or a co-worker
is the offending perfume wearer, try to counteract the
smells that cause nausea with smells that relax you. Carry
an aromatic sachet with you and simply place it next to
your nose or with a handkerchief in your purse. The smell
will permeate the cloth that you can dab to your nose for
odor relief when necessary. The smell of mint and lavender
is soothing for some, while vanilla or rose petals work
for others. Make your own sachet by making a small pouch
with an old scrap of cloth, filling it with dried herbs
and sewing it closed.
Wear your Hair Up
When
you wear your hair down it acts as a sponge and a magnet.
All of the perfume and cologne around you sticks to your
hair, and is waiting to be relived by you every time you
move your head. To keep your hair from trapping other
people’s fragrance, wear it up in a bun or under a hat.
Try
Ginger Lozenges
The
smell of ginger permeates your nose and takes over your
senses, making it a good remedy for an attack of fragrance
induced nausea. Suck slowly and roll the lozenge around in
your mouth for the best effect.
Use
Lightly Scented Oils or Lotions Instead of Heavy Perfume
Lotions
and oils are often preferred by pregnant women to perfume
because they have a lighter fragrance and often contain
less alcohol and chemicals that could potentially harm the
baby. Use this special time to try a special naturally
scented oil or lotion for your skin, and treat your nose
to fresh scents that suit your belly.
