PREGNANCY TEA

One thing I am convinced has helped me through this pregnancy is a home-made loose-leaf tea I have been drinking. The following information has been taken from http://www.bulkherbstore.com/, which gives information on the benefits of each of these herbs during pregnancy. Though I didn't really start until my second trimester, I think it would have also helped with my nausea during the first one. I have been drinking equal amounts of the following:

Red Raspberry
Alfalfa
Peppermint


The following is a blurp of information for Red Raspberry Leaf. To find more information about the others and many more herbs, check out their website. As you can see, it's beneficial for more than just pregnant women!
________________________________________________________

RED RASPBERRY

Excerpts from The How the Herb Book
Red Raspberry is used as a basic herbal foundation for all female organs and problems. It is in many female combinations. Strengthens wall of uterus and entire female reproductive system. Decreases profuse menstrual flow. Good during all months of pregnancy. Alleviates morning sickness and nausea. Has been used as a preventative for hemorrhaging during labor. Assists labor, makes delivery easier and relieves after pains. Tones and regulates before, during and after childbirth. Increases and enriches milk for lactation, can be combined with marshmallow tea. Raspberry tea is mild and pleasant to taste. It is good for stomachaches and bowel problems in children. For diarrhea in babies. Soothing to stomach and bowels and cankerous conditions of mucous membranes in the alimentary canal. High mineral and vitamin source.


Has been used in the following:
Nausea
Antacid
Childbirth
Colds
Coughs
Diarrhea
Digestion
Female problems
Fevers
Flatulence – gas
Flu – influenza
Gastritis
Labor pains
Decreases menstrual flow
Miscarriage
Mucous membranes
Afterpains of childbirth
Nursing
Pregnancy
Strengthens and tones uterus