melissad2 Posted December 19, 2011 Share Posted December 19, 2011 I have seen this mentioned several places here so..... What are the benefits? How much do I use? Is it ok while you are pregnant? What about the kids? Thanks for any input!!!!:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted December 19, 2011 Share Posted December 19, 2011 I've wondered this too! :bigear::bigear: Also, OP, if you don't mind if I add my own question: Can you put two kids in a bath with epsom salts at the same time or do they need to be one at a time in case toxins are passed from one to the other via the bath? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
photomo Posted December 19, 2011 Share Posted December 19, 2011 I have fibromyalgia and my rhuematologists suggests I take an epson salt bath and also add baking soda . She says the combindation helps detox your body/skin. I do it it about 2-3 times a week if I can find time. Not sure if it's ok when your pregnant or not. I would think so but you could just ask your dr to make sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted December 19, 2011 Share Posted December 19, 2011 Epsom salts are magnesium sulfate. It is a mineral that our body uses. It can be helpful if you are retaining water at all - thus people soak swollen limbs in it. It can help you to sleep, to relax and can even help with depression. Your body gets rid of excess magnesium so you don't have to worry about getting too much. If you ingest magnesium (in pills) you can get diarrhea if you have too much. Baths are better because it by-passes the gut. It is perfectly safe for pregnancy and kids. The only concerns you might have are for things like UTIs which would not be from the epsom salts but from possibly dirty bath water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissad2 Posted December 19, 2011 Author Share Posted December 19, 2011 Thanks for the info... I'm going to give it a try after the kiddos go to bed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMissMagnolia Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 cool been wondering if it was ok to use with the kiddo's baths.....I use it as a soak and to draw toxins out.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThreeBlessings Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 I'm not sure if this applies when using it in a bath, but I do know it is recommended to ask a doctor first if taking it orally if you have a kidney problem, diabetes or are pregnant. I gave my dd who was 2 nice, warm epsom baths a couple times a week when she was constipated. I think as with anything else it can be over done so I wouldn't go soaking kids in it nightly. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 I'm pregnant and my back has been a mess lately. I've been doing epsom salt baths daily, which has helped my muscles relax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katiebug_1976 Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 We use epsom salt baths here all the time, usually for aching muscles & sore, tired feet. I found them very helpful during my pregnancies when my muscles would begin to complain. FYI: I have never asked my dr. about them, but never had a problem with them either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 I have used Epsom for injuries all my life. For a full body soak I LOVE Queen Helene Batherapy which is Epsomy. I haven't tried the lavender, but the green if nice. You can get it on Amazon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZooRho Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 so how much do you use in a bath tub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 so how much do you use in a bath tub I put in 2 cups in a modest sized tub. If I am soaking feet, more. I go by "feel". The water should feel a little "slippery". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littleWMN Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 Yes! I did these years ago but kind of forgot about them. I've been doing them the last few days and oh the relief to my muscles (they ache from Celiac Disease). Also, I have a dd with sn and she's taken a bath the last two nights. Last night she slept through the night and tonight she's asleep already. Doesn't sound like a big deal... but it is. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted December 20, 2011 Share Posted December 20, 2011 Here's the info I have: EPSOM SALTS BATH Taking a bath or a foot soak with Epsom salts is one of the best ways to increase the body’s absorption of magnesium. Epsom Salts are Magnesium Sulfate and are easily absorbed by the body. Take a hot bath with up to 2 cups of Epsom salts and 1 cup baking soda (optional) to help draw toxins out of the body. Try to do this once a week, but for no more than 20 minutes. A foot soak can also be very beneficial. Epsom salts are so helpful in bringing relief to: • Arthritis pain, stiffness, soreness, and tightness of joints • Muscle aches, pains and tenderness • Painful bruises, sprains and strains • Pain from over exertion as a result of exercise • Insomnia and Sleep Problems • Stress • Insect Bites and Splinters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissad2 Posted December 21, 2011 Author Share Posted December 21, 2011 Thanks for all the replies! I gave it a try last night and it was so wonderful! I slept better than I have for months! It really helped with my restless legs and aches of pregnancy! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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