Safe Herb Teas For Pregnancy

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I have found during pregnancy many teas are safe and very good for mother and baby. Even for Dad! I have included herb teas for lactating (nursing) moms too. When you are expecting a baby, you have to be very cautious when it comes to the herbs you take or drink. Many of them can cause harm. I have given you a list of those on another page. Please look it over.
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Good for pregnancy

-Garlic-has been shown to improve infants drinkinghabits when nursing moms eat it.

-Essential Fatty Acids-including flax and fish oil are good for pregnant or nursing moms

-Fresh or raw ginger-use in moderation for morning sickness in the first trimester

-Slipperyelm and marshmallow-good for heartburn

-Dandelion root-good forconstipation

-Yellow dock-also for constipation

-Raspberry leaf-taken in the last eight weeks for toning the uterus and aiding contractions, alsoprevents cramps and anemia, prevents excessive bleeding after birth, assists withgood milk supply

-Nettles-full of minerals and vitamin K, helps preventhemorrhoids, leg cramps, and childbirth pain

-Peppermint-after the firsttrimester for digestion and nausea

-Alfalfa-full of enzymes and vitamin K to reduce bleeding after birth

-Clove or sage oils-dilute well and massage on the belly during labor to help with pain and encourage contractions

-Blue cohosh-helps bring onlabor

-Bethroot-starts and strengthens contractions

Breastfeeding Problems

-Marigold and chamomile creams-can helpsore nipples

-Fennel, fenugreek and vervain-encourage milk flow

-Sage tea-to help dryup milk

Expecting Mom's tea

-Nettles-1 part

-Red clover blossoms- 1 part

-Red raspberry leaves-2 parts

Just put in a tea ball or directly in a cup and pour hot water over it. You can strain if you want. This tastes really good.

Herb tea for milk

-Red raspberry leaves-1 part

-Blessed thistle leaves-1 part

-Fennel seed-1 part

-Red clover blossoms-1 part

Mix the same as above and enjoy.

Always consult with your healthcare provider before taking any herbs whileyou are pregnant. They can be good for you if you know which ones to take,and which ones to avoid. Stay safe during your pregnancy and use precautions. Always use organic products when you can.Read labels on vitamins and herbs. Some of them have added ingredients. Enjoyyour herbal teas and thank Mother Nature for giving us such wonderful naturalremedies.

Nothing on this page has been approved by the FDA and is not intendedto replace the medical advice of you Healthcare Professional.

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