Childbearing Year

Fennel for colic

 
Hi Susun.
Thank you for everything...
I have a two week old granddaughter that started having what we thought might me colic. Doctor said it was psychological... and offered no relief for her. We on the other hand had already gone to health food store to get some things you had mentioned on your vids. Thank God we did.  The fennel tea worked wonders for her. Both mom and baby are taking the tea, she is still a bit fussy after feedings but I see it getting better and better beings this  will only be the third day of them both drinking it. I just had to thank you so very much for without this knowledge we would have had to watch her suffer. Any other suggestions you have would be most appreciated.
Green Blessings to you .

so glad to hear of your success with the fennel, hope you will share your findings with the doctor so maybe they can share with other mothers in need in the future. Any other dietary changes the mom makes will affect the baby, whatever she eats goes into the milk…so, if she is eating cabbage and broccoli, she might stop for a while to see if that offers further relief….likewise for onions and garlic…and spicy foods…but do not make too many dietary changes at one time otherwise the mom may be restricting foods from her diet unnecessarily.
 
Sending love, Justine
 

Echinacea Goldenseal while nursing

Hi Susun

I've recently purchased an Echinacea Goldenseal supplement by Gaia Herbs and didn't see, until after getting home, that it is recommended to avoid consumption of goldenseal while nursing.

I have a 14 month old, and he is breastfed on demand. I'm curious of a few things. I figured scouring the internet would only return a handful, at best, of reputable sources so why not come to the wellspring of women's herbal knowledge!

1. Is it in fact safe? I've searched in your Wise Woman books and have only turned up that it can be used topically on babies. What has been found out that has anything I find on the subject saying that it is not safe?
2. What are the associated risks vs benefits that I may need to weigh to decide on my own if there isn't much known about the relationship of it and nursing mothers? Would it be an OK supplement for me to take on occasion at the very least?

This info will not only help me, but future clients who may be curious as well. I sincerely appreciate your time.
theresa

Hello Theresa,
What form is this in? Susun does not recommend herbs in capsule form. Susun also does not recommend the use of goldenseal at all ... Echinacea tincture, not a problem... As for deciding on what to take... of course, we cannot give a hard and fast rule to that. Many herbs haven't been studied, so they always err on the side of caution and say do not use them... when they do study them, often the various constituents are extracted, studies separately, apart from the whole... which is why when it does come to herbs, Susun recommends the use of whole form... the nourishing herbal infusions, medicinal vinegars, etc. 

Perhaps you can call in during Susun's health hotline? That way you can discuss it with her directly... She holds it every Tuesday from 7:30pm - 9Pm Eastern...
646-929-2463; http://www.blogtalkradio.com/susunweed

Also, not sure if you have Susun's book, The Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year? If not, I would recommend ... lots of good info on herb use from before conception thru breastfeeding ...  

 

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Kim
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Red Raspberry

My friend is suffering extreme nausea with her second pregnancy as well as her first. She cannot work and if she doesnt start being able to hold some foods down, she will be admitted into the hospital again? Any suggestions? Articles/Books/websites to read.

Thank you for your time

Hello Nicole,

Focusing on good nutrition and use of herbal infusions can be very helpful with pregnancy problems, including nausea. Here is an article from Susun with some suggestions:

http://www.susunweed.com/Article_Pregnancy_Problems.htm

Regular use of red raspberry infusions help with nausea and stomach distress: http://nourishingherbalinfusions.com/

Another suggestion from Susun: "In folk medicine, cardamom is used, like cinnamon, as a general remedy for all digestive complaints, especially gas. Unlike cinnamon, it is safe for use during pregnancy and a nice way to calm morning sickness."

Maintain blood sugar levels by eating frequent small meals, eating a protein-rich snack before bed, staying well hydrated, avoiding greasy foods ... You can find more suggestions in Susun's book, Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year.

We also have an active forum with a room dedicated to pregnancy, mothering - you should find numerous suggestions there as well:http://www.healingwiseforum.com/viewforum.php?f=3

 

blessings,

Kim

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Soothing Sitz Bath, Healing Bath

Soothing Sitz Bath, Healing Bath
Soothes inflamed and tender tissues, heals trauma, lubricates

Soak 2 ounces/60g dried or 8 ounces/250g fresh mallow (malva neglecta) (pictured)
or comfrey roots, leaves, and/or flowers in 2 quarts/liters of cold water in a pot overnight.

Then bring to a boil.
Cover, remove from heat, and steep for 4–6 hours.
Strain.
Warm the liquid, pour it into a small tub and sit in it.
Alternately, pour it into a hot bath.

Or refrigerate and drink it.
A dose is a cup or more a day —heated or iced, sweetened or not — daily for at least ten days.

Excerpt from: Down There: Sexual and Reproductive Health the Wise Woman Way

Herbal Infusions

Herbal Infusions

Herbal infusions differ from herbal teas: They are darker in color and richer tasting because their long brewing extracts many more nutrients -- especially minerals. My favorite nourishing herbal infusions for are oatstraw, red clover blossoms, stinging nettle leaves, and comfrey leaves.

To prepare your infusion: Put a quart of cold water up to boil. Weigh one ounce of dried (not fresh!) herb into a quart canning jar. Go brush your teeth and count your grey hairs until the teapot whistles. Pour the boiling water into the jar with your herb (only one herb at a time, please!), screw on a tight lid, turn off the light, and go to bed. Next morning strain out the herb and drink the liquid: cold, hot, or at room temperature. Add honey, tamari, or milk if desired.

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Congestion during pregnancy

My daughter is expecting her first child, is in her fourth month. She has a bad chest cough and chest congestion. Docs have given her all the antibiotics she's allowed during pregnancy with no improvement. Do you have any very simple single herb tea or remedy I can send to her or she can get in Washington DC? I live in Minneapolis in the matter is rather urgent. I have your book healing lies and herbal childbearing year. She is a nurse as a fertility clinic. Her pregnancy docs are very negative against her taking any herbs during pregnancy because they said they're not safe. So of course I have to be sure that they are safe.

Thank you so much,
Adrienne

 

Hello Adrienne,

Your daughter is welcome to call in during Susun's free health hotline to speak directly with Susun... She would need to speak with her since it is not good to work thru second hand information. If she is able to call in, Susun holds the hotline each Tuesday evening from 7:30pm - 9pm Eastern and the number for calling in is: (646) 929-2463
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Mullein is a wonderful supporter of lung health and is gentle and safe .... She can make the infusions, drink either hot or cold -- Susun likes to drink them half and half with whole milk for the extra benefits... Some sources on this below:

http://www.susunweed.com/herbal_ezine/june03/herbalmedicine.htm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RQjCHcjG8d0

blessings,
Kim
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Spotting between periods

Spotting between periods

A caller on blogtalkradio says she has been reading Susun books, Down There and Childbearing year, and she would like to know if there are any herbs to help with spotting. Susun asks her some questions, about timing, and diet. She lists various reasons for spotting and gives some suggestions.
This audio is over 4:00 minutes long.

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Nourishing herbal infusions

 

From the Wise Woman perspective, the perfect way to maintain bone health, bone flexibility, and resistance to fracture is to use mineral-rich herbs and foods. Because minerals are bulky, and do not compact, we must consume generous amounts to make a difference in our health. Just as eating a teaspoon a carrots is laughable, so is taking mineral-rich herbs in capsule or tincture form. Because minerals are rock-like, we need to break open cell walls to get at them. Raw, fresh foods do not deliver minerals to our bodies. To extract minerals, we need heat, time, and generous quantities of plant material. I prefer to extract minerals into water or vinegar.

To make a nourishing herbal infusion, I pour one quart/liter boiling water over one ounce/30 grams of dried herb in a canning jar, covering it tightly, and letting it brew overnight. In the morning, I strain out the mineral-rich liquid and drink it -- over ice or heated, with honey or milk, mixed with black tea, seasoned with mint, spiked with rum, however you want it. You can drink the entire quart in one day, but do finish it within two.

My favorite nourishing herbal infusions are made from oatstraw (Avena sativa) or nettle (Urtica dioica) or red clover (Trifolium pratense) or comfrey leaves (Symphytum uplandica x). I sometimes add a little bit of aromatic herb such as peppermint (Mentha pipperata), lemon balm (Melissa off.), or bergamot (Monarda didyma) to change the flavor.

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Growth in Uterus

hi,
I have a growth in my uterus and i am wondering if chickweed tincture would work to shrink that?
Also is the tincture the same as extract?
Thank You so much!!!!
Sarah

 

Hi Sarah,

Chickweed works well for cysts ... I imagine you are talking about fibroids and would be looking at a different approach. Susun recommends a dropperful of vitex or saw palmetto tincture, 2-4 times a day, also 2-3 quarts of nettle and raspberry leaf infusions per week... There is also a recommended vinegar that does include chickweed among it's ingredients - easy to make and depending on where you live, now would be the time to put together:
http://www.susunweed.com/Article_Triple_Goddess_Elixir.html

You might want to check out Susun's book, Down There, Sexual and Reproductive Health the Wise Woman Way which offers more suggestions as Susun has a chapter devoted to fibroids. And an article from Susun's other book Menopausal Years:
http://www.menopause-metamorphosis.com/An_Article-fibroids.htm

Susun offers a free health hotline each Tuesday evening from 7:30pm - 9pm Eastern time - you are welcome to call in and discuss further with her. You can access more info and archived shows here:
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Phone number for calling in: (646) 929-2463

And yes, extract and tincture are usually the same thing ... alcohol or glycerine used as a menstruum for extracting medicinal properties from plant material... almost always fresh rather than dried herb ...

blessings,
Kim
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