Herbal tea for pregnancy Herbal tea for pregnancy Natural pregnancy care is best started before you become pregnant. Daily consumption of one to two cups of a red clover, red raspberry and nettle tea, not only helps promote fertility, but also tones and strengthens the uterus thereby shortening the time you are in labor. This particular mixture of herbs provides a high calcium and protein content for the entire body. After pregnancy has been established, you may continue to drink the mixture made with equal parts of the herbs and add to it an equal part of peppermint and alfalfa. Peppermint and red raspberry together help stave off morning sickness while alfalfa cleanses the bloodstream.
Ginger root is also very effective for stomach queasiness.
Your mother kept ginger ale on hand for the same reason. Constipation is often present early in your pregnancy due to the intestinal tract slowing down and being pushed up and out of the way for your growing baby. Plenty of water and fiber are important to keep things moving as this malady can make you quite uncomfortable. Try eating prunes or raisins regularly. I would especially advise eating prunes immediately after delivery as your intestines may be a bit blocked up due to the excessive pushing of labor.