Childbearing Year

Raw Honey While Pregnant

Hi there!

Firstly, thank you, again, for all of your information and invaluable insight. I use your site so frequently.  ....I recently had a pregnant woman email to ask if raw honey is ok for a pregnant woman to eat, as she has recently been alerted to listeria dangers from unpasteurized foods. In my internet searching, I don't seem to find honey on any lists of dangerous foods for listeria. In fact, I've found a few studies that suggest it might be helpful in combating this bacteria.  

Do you have any thought or insight on this issue? I want to research and tell her advice that's true and founded and safe. 

Thanks so very much for any thought.

Hello,

Raw honey is not on Susun's list of things to avoid during pregnancy. Nor have I heard of issues with raw honey and listeria. No doubt everyone errs extremely on the side of caution when it comes to pregnancy and with most herbs/foods it comes down to a personal decision. I have not come across any studies stating the danger of consuming raw honey and personally I find it beneficial.

You might also wish to ask at our forum to hear others weigh in:  www.healingwiseforum.com

 

blessings,

Kim

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Vitex During Pregnancy

I have read some very positive entries on your site and now find myself needing advice...I am just into the second trimester and I am still taking vitex. I am too afraid to come off it but also afraid of any potential damage I might have done. My impulse is to halve the dose and continue it to the third trimester...

I guess after taking it for 6 months I am unsure how my body will react to it's absense. Could you give me any advice? Thanks!

Hello,

So glad that you found us. :)

From Susun: "Most importantly, chaste tree is a strengthening tonic for the pituitary gland, the master control gland for the endocrine system. Daily use of the tincture of the berries (1 dropperful/1 ml 2-3 times daily) had been shown to increase progesterone--the hormone of pregnancy--and luteinizing hormone--which promotes conception. Because it can lower prolactin levels, chaste tree is best discontinues during the last trimester of pregnancy."

A good article to read over:   http://www.susunweed.com/Article_Pregnancy_Problems.htm

Continue throughout pregnancy to support your body with herbal infusions - Susun's book Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Years has more information on preventing miscarriage such as using Black Haw root bark - this you can drink throughout pregnancy if you wish, 1-2 cups of tea or 1/2 cup of the infusion. You may also want to check out our forum at www.healingwiseforum.com - we have a room dedicated to the childbearing year here:http://healingwiseforum.com/viewforum.php?f=3

Do let us know if you need any further assistance.

 

blessings,

Kim

Wise Woman Team

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