![]() ![]() Post-partum haemorrhage can also be prevented by taking this tea: simply pop 5grams/one tea bag into your infuser, steep for up to 3 minutes, and enjoy one cup per day until 36 weeks, then take two - or more if you can’t possibly go past 42 weeks! It’s recommended that you take this tea from the second trimester, as the herb strengthens the uterus in preparation forlabour. Raspberry leaf can be found in most supermarkets, or in loose leaf form from health food stores. Peppermint leaf is fantastic in an infusion, for optimal results use one teaspoon/tea bag, brewed for 4 minutes, up to 3 times a day! ![]() A cup after dinner can also help you get a better night’s sleep. Morning sickness will become a thing of the past with peppermint tea: simply make one cup in the morning and drink it on an empty stomach (no sugar!) for some sweet relief. If you haven’t already got some in your cupboard, chances are you’ve seen it in the supermarket aisles. When purchasing loose Chamomile from a health food shop, dried leaf or flower is the best option as it contains higher medicinal properties – and quantities! For questions or concerns about pregnancy teas, feel free to contact Art of Tea.A staple! The packet reads for sleepy time but did you know this higher level herb is amazing for tired aching feet? Consider the ache and pain gone with chamomile tea! Trouble sleeping? Chamomile to the rescue! Readily available in your local supermarket, although in low doses, simply make a chamomile tea after dinner, use two bags, let it brew for 2 minutes, and you will be drifting off in no time. Shop our large variety of loose leaf and sachet tea bags. If you are expecting, find the perfect tea for you. Shop Art of Tea for Your Favorite Pregnancy Tea! Prior to drinking any herbal tea while pregnant, please read all of the ingredients and consult your doctor when necessary. These teas include: fennel, fenugreek, sage, vervain, borage, pennyroyal, licorice, thyme, motherwort, lovage, blue cohosh, black cohosh, and chamomile (in large amounts). Teas to Avoid When PregnantĪlthough most herbal teas are safe to drink when pregnant, there are some teas that have been associated with an increased risk of miscarriage and preterm labor. Raspberry Leaf: Raspberry leaf tea has been shown to shorten labor and help prepare the uterus for birth. Try our Rejuvenating Wellness Blend with lemon balm! Lemon Balm: Lemon balm has been used by pregnant women for years to help relieve anxiety, irritability, and insomnia. Peppermint: Peppermint tea has been shown to relieve gas, stomach cramps, nausea, and heartburn in pregnant women. Teas are considered safe to drink during pregnancy and ginger has been known to help with nausea, vomiting, and morning sickness. We recommend consuming the following teas when pregnant: Best Pregnancy TeasĪlthough caffeinated teas are safe to drink, many pregnant women prefer to drink herbal teas, or tisanes, throughout their pregnancy. Matcha contains the most with an average of 60-80 mg per cup, black tea contains about 47-53 mg, and green tea contains the least amount of caffeine with 29-49 mg per cup. True teas, from the Camellia sinensis plant, always contain caffeine in varying levels. For this reason, it's crucial that you consume limited amounts of caffeine (typically less than 300 mg per day) and always consult your doctor if you have a concern. Caffeine easily crosses the placenta and it's difficult for your baby’s growing liver to break down normal amounts of caffeine. While pregnant, it’s important to be aware of your caffeine intake and speak with your doctor about a safe amount to consume. The good news is there are a number of great teas that can be enjoyed throughout your pregnancy and some that have been shown to target specific pregnancy symptoms to potentially make you feel more comfortable. Are you a tea lover and expecting? Now is the time to choose the right tea for your needs!.
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