The
Nursing Mothers' Teas are unique blend of herbs* made with the post-partum,
nursing mother in mind. They are designed to enhance milk production and
supply, promote a restoration to health after the trials of labor, as well
as calm, soothe, and lift the spirits of the nursing mother. All the herbs
in the teas are organically grown and entirely earth and animal friendly.
These teas contain no caffeine, black tea, or orange pekoke tea. These
teas are NOT reccomended for pregnant women. If
you are planning for a pregnancy, or are pregnant, do try out Mother's
Nutritious Tea 4 Two instead.
The
tea can be used in 3 different ways:
-
as a daily beverage to ensure
high milk supply,
-
"situationally" i.e. as needed
occasionally (such as a working mom towards the end of the work week when
supply is lower),
-
medicinally for situations where
milk supply is low and you want the "big guns" effect.
-
as mood-balancer during times
when you are stresed up by work or a busy household!
Prepare
by putting 1 to 2 teaspoons of herbal tea blend in 1 mug. I prefer
to use a mesh teaball for this. Pour hot freshly boiled water in.
Steep covered with lid for 15minutes. Add a bit of honey to taste
- if you wish. Or you may add 2 tiny pieces of rock sugar with the
herbal tea when putting in the hot water to steep. The "bitters"
(herbs) in the herbal tea blends are particularly effective in boosting
milk supply, so if you are able to, use as little sweetening as possible.
We have also added the flavouring herbs like peppermint or fruity herbs
that make it more pleasant-tasting while at the same time, do not affect
your milk supply - do take your pick for the flavours!
You
may also prepare a small teapot of herbal tea. The rule of thumb
is to use 1 or 2 teaspoons of tea blend for each cup of tea that the teapot
can hold, PLUS 1 more teaspoon "for the pot". There are teapots that
you can buy that come with a mesh cup inside. This works great for
the purpose! The tea can be stored in the fridge and taken hot or
iced. For a temporary decrease in milk supply, take
2-3 cups per day and you will see supply come up by the next day. Some
women enjoy the ritual of drinking a mug daily and experience high supply
with this smaller dose.
Please
store the dried tea in an airtight container in the freezer to keep the
herbs dry and fresh.
Available
in Large Pack and Trial pack:
Both
sizes come packed as loose herb blends.:
-
Refreshing Peppermint
-
Berry Fruity
1
Trial pack is 20g - makes approximately 6 to 8 cups of tea.
1 Large
pack is approximately 100g.
This
can make around 30 to 50 cups of tea depending on whether 1 or 2 teaspoon(s)
of herbs are used.
See
also: Mothers'
Nutritious Tea 4 Two
See
also: Red
Raspberry Leaf Tea
** NOTE: This
product is Non-Returnable / Non-Exchangeable **
** NOTE: Our
Herbal Teas are Non-Returnable / Non-Exchangeable **
Do
try our: Mothers'
Nutritious Tea 4 Two or Red
Raspberry Leaf Tea
*More
about the Main Herbs Used
(we
may use more than what is stated - but these are the main herbs):
The
Bitters:
Fenugreek
Seed is proven more reliable for increasing milk supply as a tea
infusion, especially when combined with aromatic seeds to aid digestion
? absorption.
Hops
Flowers reduces hypertension and hence should not be used during
pregnancy. It is slightly sleep inducing, balances moods and hormone
levels. It is often prescribed to mothers of twins for more milk
supply.
Nettle
is
high in chlorophyll, abundant in Vit A, C, D, K, postassium, calcium, phosphorus,
iron, and sulphur, thus providing nourishing vitamins for mother and baby.
It also diminishes pain during and after birth, prevents haemorrhaging
after birth, reduces haemorrhoids and is an effective galactagogue.
Alfafa
is rich in chlorophyll and vitamin K, which promotes clotting. stimulates
the appetite, aids digestion, and increases breastmilk.
The
Aromatic Seeds:
Fennel
Seed diminishes
afterbirth pains and aids in digestion for both mother ? baby. Fennel
settles the stomach and provides relief for heartburn and nausea.
It is an excellent treatment for colicky babies if mother drinks it before
nursing. The antispasmodic effect is easily transferred through the
breastmilk. Also improves the digestion of the other herbs in mixed tea
blends.
