Push up forcefully with an upward thrust. Repeat if necessary. Childbirth Drinking raspberry tea during pregnancy strengthens the uterus which will coordinate contractions and shorten labor. Take the herbs cramp bark and wild yam together to relieve leg pains and to prevent miscarriages. The herb corn silk can bring about labor and reduce bleeding after labor.
Nutmeg tea helps the uterus to contract and lessens afterbirth bleeding.
Take the herb thyme in a tea to help expel the placenta. Apply myrrh to the newborn's navel after the cord has been removed to prevent infection. The herbs pennyroyal and mistletoe may induce abortion by causing uterine contractions and miscarriage. Circulation Massage the body with cayenne extract to improve circulation. Sprinkle powdered cayenne pepper into socks and gloves to keep the feet and hands warm.