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Raspberry () is a deciduous bush from the Rosaceae family that grows up to 6 ft (2 m) high, with erect and thorny stems, a thin spine and perennial roots. The bush is well-known for its fruit, a red s....

Childbirth, or parturition, is the process of labor that dilates the cervix, as well as the delivery of the baby and placenta through the birth canal.Most babies are born following approximately niney....

Homeopathy is a safe treatment for morning sickness during pregnancy, offering a variety of homeopathic remedies without the risk of potential harm to your developing baby or other unwanted side effects.

Integrative medicine incorporates allopathic methods of infertility treatment with alternative and complementary treatments, like nutrition, dietary supplements, and acupuncture to increase the success of infertility treatments.

Symptomatic relief can often be obtained with the use of antinauseants or antispasmodics. Relaxing herbs may also be beneficial, especially when nausea or vomiting is accompanied by nervousness or anxiety .

Blue cohosh is considered to be an effective uterine tonic. It has long been used to help facilitate childbirth, though its use is not recommended in the early stages of pregnancy. It is also indicated in suppressed or painful menstruation and for the pains of arthritis and rheumatism. Blue cohosh is also a specific for ovarian pain. Blue Cohosh has a taste of ACRID, BITTER and a temperature of WARM.

False unicorn root is mainly known as a uterine tonic and is of value for leukorrea, menopause, and uterine prolapse. It is often an ingredient in formulas used to prevent miscarriage and to alleviate nausea during pregnancy, for which it is best to consult a qualified herbalist or health care practitioner before using. Unicorn Root, False has a taste of ACRID, ASTRINGENT and a temperature of COOL.

Raspberry leaf has long been used traditionally as a uterine tonic to facilitate labor and to ease dysmenorrhea and menorrhagia. It contains astringent properties and is sometimes used for diarrhea. This herb has traditionally been considered by herbalists and midwives to be the safest and least-controversial for use during pregnancy to gently tonify the uterus and prepare for birth. It can be taken any time during pregnancy, but especially in the last trimester. Raspberry has a taste of AST

A regular yoga practice is beneficial for women in every stage of life. When an woman goes through changes, such as those associated with pregnancy, menstruation, or menopause, illness or injury, yoga helps them approach life with more equanimity.

Black haw (), is a shrub or small tree with serrated oval leaves. Its white flowers and dark berries occur in clusters. The stem bark of black haw is approved for use in foods in the United States. Iy....

Wild indigo is a heat-clearing, anti-viral herb that is used to remove heat and toxins in such conditions as boils, abscesses, and septicemia. Wild indigo is also indicated for laryngitis and tonsillitis. Externally, it is applied as a poultice to sore or cracked nipples. It is widely used in Europe and the U.S. in combination with echinacea and thuja in immune stimulant preparations to treat colds and flu, especially when accompanied by a fever. Caution: This herb is slightly toxic in large

Herbal treatment is often centered on strengthening the veins and warming, blood-moving herbs.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, uterine fibroids are said to be caused by a stagnation of blood and vital energy. Herbal remedies include hormone regulators, blood-moving herbs, and local immune stimulants. Adjuvant Therapy: Castor oil packs, 30-40 minutes each evening, and sitz baths (sitting in an alternating hot, 4 minutes, with cold, 1 minute bath for 4-5 rounds each day). Acupuncture treatments with moxibustion can also be valuable.

Biotin is a member of the B complex family, but is not actually a vitamin. It is a coenzyme that works with them. Also known as vitamin H and coenzyme R, it was first isolated and described in 1936. t....

Perilla is useful during pregnancy to alleviate nausea and for calming a restless fetus. It is also used for general stomach disorders, such as lack of appetite, vomiting, or nausea. In Chinese medicine, perilla is used in decoctions to alleviate the symptoms of colds, such as chills, nasal congestion, and coughs, especially when the cold is due to exposure to damp and cold. Perilla has a taste of ACRID, AROMATIC and a temperature of WARM.

Sweet annie is a traditional Chinese herb called Qing Hao which is used to treat and prevent malaria and other parasites. Modern researchers have isolated anti-malarial compounds from the plant, thus supporting its traditional use.

As women choose to become pregnanct later in life, Acupuncture Fertility treatments can help women can balance their body, improve their health, and increase their chances of becoming pregnant.

Folic acid is a water-soluable vitamin belonging to the B-complex group of vitamins. These vitamins help the body break down complex carbohydrates into simple sugars that can be readily used for enery....

Guggul gum is extracted from the Indian mukul myrrh tree, and it is then processed. Guggul extract has been shown to be effective in lowering cholesterol with no side effects reported. It is also used for acne and is reported to be a thyroid stimulant. Guggulu has a taste of ACRID, BITTER and a temperature of WARM.

Squawvine () is a plant that is native to North America. It is an evergreen herb belonging to the madder or Rubiaceae family. It grows in the forests and woodlands of the eastern United States and Cae....