Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Herbs for Pregnancy

Nettle Leaf is a nutritive tea which also aids kidneys, eases muscle cramps, reduces chance of hemorroids, helps prevent hemorrhage after birth, and increases richness & amount of breast milk.

Red Raspberry Leaf helps prevent miscarriages & hemorrhage, eases morning sickness, reduces pain during labor & after birth, helps uterus to work more effectively, aids in bringing down an undelivered placenta, and high mineral content assists in milk production.

Lemon Balm (Melissa) as a mild relaxer and anti-herpes tea.

German Chamomile as a mild calmative and digestive aid.

Ginger tea (fresh & in small amounts) to help relieve nausesa.

Marshmallow Root for belly heat & digestive issues.

Skullcap & Passionflower are great nervines that help settle your mind and will help you relax and sleep if you are having trouble.

Recipes:

Nursing Mom's Tea Blend
To help improve & increase milk production. Let this blend of herbs help you to relax and add essential nourishment to the body. Create a blend of Blessed Thistle, Alfalfa, Nettle, Raspberry Leaf, Milky Oats, Lemon Balm, Fenugreek, Orange Peel.

Mom-to-be Tea Blend

With the assistance of the right herbs you can have a more comfortable birth. This tea is formulated to help Mom prepare for child birth. It contains herbs full of essential vitamins and minerals, plus helps strengthens the uterus. It has a wonderful effect on aiding in a easier labor and delivery. Create a blend of Squawvine, Raspberry, Nettle, Chamomile, Rosehips, Alfalfa, Dandelion, Milky Oats, Peppermint


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For more information read Wise Women Herbal for the Childbearing Year by Susan Weed and The Natural Pregnancy Book by Aviva Jill Romm