Based on their findings, the researchers concluded that aromatherapy has therapeutic effects that can help women during the postpartum period. However, they also advised caution when using as safety concerns were not addressed in any of the studies.
Journal Reference:
Rezaie-Keikhaie K, Hastings-Tolsma M, Bouya S, Shad FS, Sari M, Shoorvazi M, Barani ZY, Balouchi A. EFFECT OF AROMATHERAPY ON POST-PARTUM COMPLICATIONS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW. Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. May 2019;35:290–295. DOI: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2019.03.010