Capsicum has also been known to arrest hemorrhage. Our local midwives use it in a drink also made with apple cider vinegar, distilled water and honey to taste. They give it the women who may need extra strength to go through labor. It has helped people out of shock. Cayenne pepper tincture has been employed also in cases where the baby has had difficulty breathing.
Cayenne taken during pregnancy can only do good.
It will keep the calcium level high, provide Vitamin A and stimulate circulation. A bottle of unopened olive oil should be kept with the birth supplies. It aids the delivery of the baby's head when applied to the perineum. Both these oils should be taken internally as well. This may be made in a blender using any of the fresh greens such as comfrey, spinach, chard, etc.