Having a new baby is a challenge not only for mom and dad but for every member of the household. Life changes very quickly with the introduction of a new baby – from daily routines and work schedules as well as having to adjust to life with little sleep. The adjustment takes a real team effort and every little bit of outside help can have a huge impact. A mother who just gave birth needs some time to recover. Often, she will find it difficult to take care of her own and the baby’s needs, let alone attend to a busy family. In these instances, having a postpartum doula can be very … Read more...
Using Raspberry Leaf Tea To Help Induce Labour
June 5, 2011 By
Raspberry leaf tea is a simple yet beneficial tea. It is made from the dried leaves of red raspberry plants that are commonly found in Asia, Europe and America. The leaves of the red raspberry plant have long been used for their numerous health benefits, particularly in pregnant women. Will raspberry leaf tea induce labor? There is a common misconception that raspberry leaf tea will induce labour. However, this is not entirely true. Drinking the tea is not actually believed to cause your body to do anything it was not ready to do on its own. If you drink the tea and subsequently go into … Read more...
