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HERBAL TREATMENT FOR COMMON PREGNANCY CONCERNS


HERBAL TREATMENT FOR COMMON PREGNANCY CONCERNS

Herbal Treatments for common pregnancy concerns

Pregnancy is a time of hope, love, joy, and dreams. However, the miserable symptoms that accompany pregnancy do dampen the mood somewhat. Not to mention the occasional cold and flu you will experience during the nine months. Pregnancy is a delicate time for you and your unborn child. It is best to avoid any prescription drugs, at least as much as possible and use time-tested home remedies.

Below are some of the most common symptoms women experience during pregnancy, and their herbal treatment.

NAUSEA & VOMITING

Ginger is one of the most effective and safe treatment for nausea and vomiting which often torments expecting mothers.

COLDS

Echinacea & ginger root are both highly effective remedies for common cold. These herbs have been traditionally used as a tea for the treatment of colds, chills, aches, and indigestion associated with colds. Echinacea also strengthens immune system and helps restore upper respiratory health.

VAGINAL YEAST INFECTION

Vaginal yeast infections are common occurrence during pregnancy. They are extremely uncomfortable and can be dangerous if not treated immediately. Over the counter medications and creams for yeast infections are not recommended to use during pregnancy. Instead, herbs like tea tree oil, calendula oil, and garlic are extremely effective and safe to use, and are readily available. Tea tree oil and garlic are antimicrobial and help fight the infection, while calendula oil helps heal the irritated tissue.

IRON DEFICIENCY ANEMIA

Iron deficiency anemia is the most common cause of anemia during pregnancy. It is a type of blood disorder which is not uncommon among women of childbearing age. Nettles, Floradex (liquid iron and vitamin formula), and blackstrap molasses are some of the safest ways of ingesting iron, along with red meat and organ meat.

LABOR COMPLICATIONS

All women hope for an easy labor and to avoid labor complications. Red raspberry leaf not only helps with that, it also works as a uterine tonic and helps keep the uterus in great shape.

APPLICATION AND DOSAGE

The following chart will help outline the application of these herbs and the recommended dosages.

SYMPTOM TREATMENT APPLICATION DOSAGE
Nausea & Vomiting Ginger root Tea (fresh or dried)

Ginger ale

Candied ginger

Tea made from 1 gm of ginger

As needed

As needed

Colds Echinacea (root & flower)

Ginger root

Tea

Tincture (contains alcohol)

Capsules

Tea (fresh or dried)

2 to 3 cups daily

3-5 ml up to 4 times a day for 7 days

1000 mg once a day for 7 days

Tea made from 1 gm of ginger

Vaginal Yeast Infections Tea Tree Oil

Calendula Oil

Garlic

Suppository

Suppository

Clove

3 drops per suppository inserted once daily for 3 to 5
days.5 drops per suppository inserted twice daily for 3 to 5
days.

Take a fleshy and firm garlic clove. Slightly bruise it,
wrap it in a cheesecloth, tie it with a dental floss and
insert it into the vagina at night. Remove in the morning.
Continue for 7 nights.

Iron Deficiency Anemia Nettles

Floradix (liquid iron & vitamin formula)

Blackstrap Molasses

Infusion (infusion is a large amount of herb brewed for a
long period of time)As instructed on the package

Added to food, added to warm water, or taken as tonic/syrup

No more than 10 grams daily

1-2 tablespoons a day

Labor Complications Red Raspberry Leaf Tea Up to 3 cups daily

CAUTION

As always, we advise you to ingest all herbs under the supervision of your Naturopath and Herbalist. If symptoms of cold and vaginal infection persist beyond 7 days after administering home remedies, visit your healthcare provider.