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    12 Herbs Commonly Used During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

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    12 Herbs Commonly Used During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding. Dried herbs being stored in glass jars.

    Herbs are amazing and a valuable gift to us when used with knowledge and skill.

    I will list all the SAFE herbs widely used during pregnancy and lactation in a moment.

    But first a list of those not for the season of pregnancy and lactation. There are exceptions to some of these when under the care of a trained midwife, functional doctor, herbalist, naturopathic or homeopathic doctor.

    Depending on your source, some list an herb as safe to consume during pregnancy, while another source may list the same herb as unsafe. Most importantly, never try to self-dose a problem or diagnose with any medications, including herbs.

    Commonly Used Western Herbs to Avoid During Pregnancy

    Angelica Root
    Basil* (in very large amounts)                         Lemongrass* (in very large amounts)
    Beth Root                                                                  Licorice Root
    Birthroot                                                                    Lobelia
    Black Cohosh                                                           Loveage
    Black Walnut                                                            Ma-Huang
    Bladderwrack                                                           Marijuana
    Blessed Thistle                                                         Mistletoe
    Blue Cohosh                                                              Mugwort
    Blue Vervain                                                              Myrrh
    Boneset
    Borage                                                                        Osha Root
    Buchu                                                                          PN-6 capsules/tea
    Buckthorn                                                                 Parsley* (in very large amounts)
    Burdock Root                                                            Passionflower
    Butcher’s Broom                                                     Pau d’Arco

    Butternut*                                                                 Pennyroyal

    Calendula                                                                  Pleurisy Root
    California Poppy                                                     Poke Root
    Cascara Sagrada

    Catnip                                                                        Roman Chamomile
    Chaparral                                                                   Rosemary* (in large amounts)
    Cinnamon (*in very large amounts)               Rue
    Coltsfoot                                                                   Saffron
    Comfrey Leaf                                                            Sage* (in large amounts)
    Comfrey Root                                                          Sarsaparilla
    Cotton Root Bark                                                     Sassafras
    Damiana                                                                    Saw Palmetto
    Dong Quai                                                                 Senna
    Elecampane                                                              Shepherd’s Purse

    Echinacea

    Ephedra                                                                     St. John’s Wort
    False Unicorn                                                           Sumac
    Fenugreek                                                                 Tansy
    Feverfew                                                                Thyme*
    Ginger *(in large amounts)                                Turmeric* (daily in food is very safe)
    Ginseng (Siberian Ginseng aka Eleuthero is fine, except for those with high blood pressure)
    Goldenseal                                                               Uva Ursi
    Gotu Kola                                                                 Vitex
    Hops                                                                          Wild Cherry Bark
    Horehound                                                               Wormwood
    Horsetail                                                                   Yarrow
    Jamaican Dogwood                                              Yohimbe
    Juniper Berry
    Kava Kava Root

    Avoid During Lactation

    Black Cohosh                                                              Juniper Berry
    Black Walnut                                                               Kava Kava Root
    Bladderwrack                                                              Kelp
    Borage                                                                           Licorice Root
    Buchu                                                                            Ma-Huang
    Buckthorn                                                                     Mugwort
    Cascara Sagrada                                                         Myrrh
    Chaparral                                                                      Oregon Grape Root (in jaundiced newborns)
    Coltsfoot                                                                        Pleurisy Root
    Comfrey Leaf                                                                Rue
    Comfrey Root                                                               Sage*
    Damiana                                                                        Sarsaparilla
    Elecampane                                                                  Saw Palmetto
    Ephedra                                                                         Senna
    Ginseng (Siberian Ginseng aka Eleuthero is fine, except for those with high blood pressure)
    Horsetail                                                                        Sumac
    Jamaican Dogwood                                                  Turkey Rhubarb                                                                                                                                                Uva Ursi                                                                                                                                                                         Wormwood

    *When used in cooking, the culinary herbs listed above are considered safe. It is known that adding sage, basil, parsley or rosemary in your tomato sauce is certainly not a risk to you and your baby. Large dose, like that used in medicinal amounts, is not best.

    12 Herbs Most Commonly Used in Pregnancy

    The following herbs have been used safely during pregnancy at least back to pioneer days or longer. Also included are the Herbs listed above with an asterisk (*) such as garlic, thyme, ginger, sage, and turmeric when used in amounts normal in food or tea.

    • Red Raspberry Leaf – Rich in iron, this herb has helped tone the uterus, increase milk production, decrease nausea, and ease labor pains. Some studies have even reported that using red raspberry leaf during pregnancy can reduce complications and the use of interventions during birth. You may see pregnancy teas that are made from red raspberry leaf to help promote uterine health during pregnancy. There is some controversy about whether this should be safe in the first trimester or only in the second and third trimester, so many health care providers recommend using it after the first trimester. Read my post on it!

    • PeppermintLeaf – Peppermint is helpful in relieving nausea/morning sickness and flatulence

    • Ginger root – Helps relieve nausea and vomiting

    • Slippery Elm Bark – (when the inner bark is used orally in amounts used in foods) Used to help relieve nausea, heartburn, and vaginal irritations

    • Oat Straw – Rich in calcium and magnesium; helps relieve anxiety, restlessness, and irritated skin

    • Cayenne – when used topically and appropriately

    • Dandelion – Rich in Vitamin A, calcium, and iron; dandelion root and leaf can also help relieve mild edema and nourish the liver

    • Chamomile – High in calcium and magnesium; also helps with sleeplessness and inflammation of joints

    • Nettles – High in vitamins A, C, K , calcium, potassium, and iron. Used in many pregnancy teas because it is a great all around pregnancy tonic.

    • Cranberry juice – unsweetened is magnificent for urinary health.

    • Tulsi – As a tea tulsi helps digestion, combat anemia, stress, the common cold, swelling, bloating and water retention

    • Garlic, organic only– Moderate amounts in meals helps regulate blood flow, helps digestion, keeps your blood sugar in check and improves your blood pressure.

    If you have not yet, begin to research for yourself and to grow in knowledge! Ask questions of a herbalist because each pregnancy is different.

    Recommended Reading

    Naturally Healthy Woman by Shonda Parker

    The Naturally Healthy Pregnancy by Shonda Parker

    Mommy Diagnostics by Shonda Parker

    2 books by Shonda Parker

    The Naturally Healthy Pregnancy by Shonda Parker

    For More Information On Alternative Medicine and Herbs:

    The American Botanical Council

    HerbMed

    National Center for Complementary and Intergrative Medicine or (888) 644-6226

    Natural Medicines Database

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    Medical Disclaimer: I am no longer a practicing medical professional, and I am not doctor. I am a mother. I do seek scientific confirmation of the safety and effectiveness of the herbs and remedies I use. Using remedies is a personal decision. Nothing I say on this blog is intended to treat or prevent disease. Consult your own doctor.

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