Essential Oils Following IUD Insertion

"Subjects will receive a dilution of sweet marjoram essential oil (15 cc of grapeseed oil with 10 drops of sweet marjoram essential oil).~Oil will be applied topically by the study medical providers. Providers will wear exam gloves, dip three fingers into the oil solution and apply it topically to the subject's lower abdomen. This will be applied by going left to right for 20 seconds while applying gentle pressure - counter pressure may be applied on the uterus to help relieve cramping."

"Subjects will receive 15 cc of undiluted grapeseed oil.~Oil will be applied topically by the study medical providers. Providers will wear exam gloves, dip three fingers into the oil solution and apply it topically to the subject's lower abdomen. This will be applied by going left to right for 20 seconds while applying gentle pressure - counter pressure may be applied on the uterus to help relieve cramping."