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Black haw ,cramp bark Both viburnums are excellent for "quieting" the uterus and are used for threated miscarriage, uterine cramps, and dysmenorrhea.. (Gladstar, Rosemary )
Black haw Viburnum Black haw is an excellent remedy for menstrual cramping, and is used by herbalists in helping to prevent miscarriage, and to prevent excessive flow at the menopause.(Mabey, Richard p37-40)
Blessed Thistle Stimulates blood flow to the mammary glands to enrich and increase breast milk
Cardamom Cardamom relieves nausea and morning sickness in pregnancy. It relieves spasm, making it beneficial for colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, indigestion and cramps. It also strengthens weak digestion(Ericksen, Marlene )
Chamomile Excellent either as a tea, or used in an aromatherapy massage for any woman's disorder that involves stress, anxiety, and tension. Safe to use during pregnancy.
Lavender Lavender baths are excellent for pregnant women and are highly recommended during the entire pregnancy.(Gladstar, Rosemary )
Raspberry raspberry leaf is a safe, nutritive, uterine tonic. It is generally recommended for use during the entire nine months of pregnancy(Gladstar, Rosemary )
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The herbs used for pregnancy are the same herbs that have been used by midwives for centuries. One area of great benefit is their high concentration of vitamins, minerals, and other constituents that provide an excellent source of concentrated nutrition. Making herbal teas, enjoying a relaxing and stimulating herbal bath, and massaging the skin with homemade herbal oils is one way to ground the expectant mother in the natural rhythms of the lifecycle. Pregnancy and childbirth are generally a healthy and joyous time, however problems and complications can and do occur. Ideally every pregnancy should be guided by the gentle hand of a trusted health care professional, and expectant mothers should also be able to avail themselves of all the choices that modern medicine can afford.
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