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