Best herbs for pregnancySafe, effective herbal remedies for pregnancyThe best herbs for pregnancy follow, divided into herbs to: ease delivery, speed delivery, reduce birth defects, heal sensitive or ruptured skin following birth.
Also see our list of herbs to avoid during pregnancy
With that in mind, there are several excellent, effective, safe pregnancy herbs that will benefit expectant and newly minted moms in many ways. Herbs for pregnancy & delivery
* A highly recommended herbal tea for pregnancy is partridge berry tea. It is used by native Americans to make delivery safer and less painful. It is best used in the days right before delivery and just before delivery.
* Another good herbal tea for pregnancy is raspberry leaf tea. Raspberry leaf contains ingredients that help relax the uterus. This may help avoid miscarriage, morning sickness and other typical discomforts of pregnancy. Enjoy the tea for several weeks before delivery. * Yet another good herbal tea for pregnancy is black haw effective for treating severe menstrual cramps and the incidence of miscarriage. It too works by soothing the uterus. * Peppermint (mentha piperita) is one of the wonderfully calming herbs for pregnancy. It helps support digestion and promotes the flow of bile. It’s especially good for nausea & recent studies show it calms and settles the stomach. Enjoy peppermint tea several times daily * Ginger is one of the true master herbs, having a long history use in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine. Recent studies confirm its ability to relieve nausea and to tone the digestive system. Click for our page on the benefits of ginger * Finally, tincture of Shepherd’s purse taken after birth constricts blood vessels and so helps stop the bleeding. Herbs to speed up delivery* To speed up delivery, blue cohosh may be the best tea. It contains caulosaponin which stimulates uterine contractions. Certainly, if delivery is unduly delayed, blue cohosh tincture would be a safe, natural way to get on with it.* Another herbal remedy to speed up delivery is parsley. Parsley will not induce delivery if used in small amounts, as in cooking, but large, medicinal amounts could stimulate contractions. Use medicinal amounts right before delivery only. Pregnancy herbs to reduce chances of birth defect* Jute provides folate which reduces the chances of the baby suffering from the spinal disease, spina bifida.* Another high folate veggie is spinach which may also help prevent spina bifida. Herb oils for pre & post delivery
* St.-John’s-wort oil is extremely good for rubbing on the area between the vagina and anus during pregnancy, delivery and after birth. It’s anti-inflammatory action calms the burning feeling, reduces swelling and speeds healing.* Mandarin Oil is a marvelously soothing oil that helps the skin keep in moisture and nutrients which increases elasticity. * Neroli Oil is also a relaxing oil and has a terrific balancing effect on all skin types. Neroli oi also helps the skin regenerate skin cells. * Patchouli Oil is also regenerative properties and widely used as a luxurious skin tonic. * Rose Geranium Oil supports & rejuvenates healthy skin. It is often recommended for use on scars and for stretchmarks and cellulite. This essential oil also helps maintain hormonal and fluid balance in the body. * Rosehip Oil is nourishing and soothing. It is often recommended during pregnancy for its promotion of skin health in particular. Also see our list of herbs to avoid during pregnancy
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