raspberry leaf tea

Many women have heard about using raspberry leaf tea in later pregnancy to help strengthen membranes, ease contractions and shorten 2nd stage of labour. what many don't know is that raspberry leaf tea has been used for centuries as a medicinal herb. 

This is the brand I use, I drink a cup of tea several times a week and increase to daily when pregnant. 

Pre-Pregnancy Benefits

-used to increase fertility

-helps regulate menstrual cycle and decrease heavy periods

- also used by men to promote healthy reproduction 

-strengthen uterine wall while relaxing smooth muscle in the uterus which improves chances of implantation

-full of vitamins, minerals and plant compounds that aids the body to detoxify additional hormones that may impede conception. 

Pregnancy Benefits

-wonderful remedy for morning sickness

- provides vitamins, minerals including A, B complex, iron, calcium, magnesium, phosphorous and potassium in an easily absorbable form 

-can reduce leg cramps and swelling 

Labour Benefits

-has been shown to help concentrate contractions to make them more effective

-great for VBAC  due to the increase toning and strengthening of the uterine muscles

-many report shorten 2nd stage of labour (pushing- complete dilation of cervix until baby is born)

-helps improve 3rd stage of labour- delivering placenta

Postpartum and Nursing Benefits

-has been reported to bring in rich milk due to his mineral content

-helps to balance postpartum hormones

- helps support uterine health and stop excess bleeding