http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss Natural Home Remedies and Supplements to Take While You Are Pregnant on Earth Clinic, Your Source for Natural Cures! Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:02:55 EST en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=FSO_33062 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss1 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:19:38 EDT [YEA] Crystalin from San Juan, Pr writes: "During my first pregnancy, I experienced indigestion during my last trimester, which I understood to be normal. I started experiencing it earlier in my second pregnancy with more severe symptoms, and then earlier again in my third pregnancy, with increasingly severe symptoms. Before my fourth pregnancy, my mother-in-law (the best witch doctor around!) told me about flax seed oil. I tried to take a tablespoon with each meal(3x a day). Even if I didn't take in 3 a day, I still took at least 1 tablespoon a day. I never had any indigestion symptoms, until I went on a weekend trip in my 7th month, and forgot to bring my flax seed oil. I ended up having to sleep sitting up in a rocking chair. My indigestion was so severe, I was having a hard time breathing. When I got back home, I immediately resumed taking the flax seed oil, and had no more problems with indigestion." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=RHOGAM_32626 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss2 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:26:44 EDT [QUESTION] Jane from Portland, Or writes: "Natural Alternatives to the Rhogam Shot for RH- blood type in Pregnancy/Miscarriage? Hello. Does anyone here know of what I can take as a natural preventative instead of getting a Rhogam shot? I am blood type RH- and experiencing a miscarriage. I was told that RH- women who are pregnant or have a miscarriage should get this shot so that if the baby is RH and the baby's blood somehow mixes (rare) with the mother's blood, the mother's blood will build up antibodies to 'attack' the foreign blood. I have since read online that Rhogam is classified as a vaccine, which I am against. In any case, I am committed to using natural methods of healing and prevention. While I do have the option of simply going without the shot, this could endanger future pregnancies/babies. And I did read that there are natural ways of decreasing incompatibility. Vitamin C was mentioned (apparently referenced from a book by author Susan S. Weed, which I will try to locate) but I did not get the dosage or timing of it. I am supposed to get the shot within 72 hours of bleeding. Any insights are much appreciated. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=ACV_32081 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss3 Sat, 12 Sep 2009 17:53:47 EDT [YEA] Gasping For Air from Budapest, Hungary writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar for blocked sinuses: I am in my second trimester of pregnancy and suffering from a pretty bad cold. When I tried to go to bed, my sinuses were completely blocked, so I was lying on my back, breathing through my mouth, but feeling like I was suffocating from the post-nasal drip. I was desperate to find something to unblock my nose, but since I want to stay away from medications, I found this site. I decided to try drinking apple cider vinegar. I poured (generously) about 2 tablespoons into some hot water, mixed it with honey and struggled to get it down. Less than 10 minutes later, my left nostril is completely clear. Thanks so much for the advice. It was a godsend!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=LBS_30443 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss4 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 01:22:03 EDT [QUESTION] Rosatay from Fredericton, Canada writes: "Just wondering if there is a danger in drinking the baking soda Lemon water remedy while pregnant? I'm feeling sluggish and pretty positive that my body is acidic - judging from my current diet. Would you reccommend this remedy to pregnant women?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=LJ_30098 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss5 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:11:41 EDT [NAY] Thelena from Utretcht, The Netherlands writes: "i have tried drinking lemon juice with honey as a tea and eaten raw ginger for morning sickness and i haven't noticed a change the whole day that i have tried all these remmedies is there something else i could take. help" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=FOLICACID_29011 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss6 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:24:21 EDT [QUESTION] Charlotte from London, United Kingdom writes: "Im 21 years of age and have suffered from BV for about a year now. I am 4 months pregnant and take prenatal and pregnancy vitamins which include folic acid, but i still continue to get BV. Is it ok to increase my dosage of folic acid while being pregnant? And if so how much would be advised to take? This horrible bacteria is killing my sex and personal life. I need help!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=RN_28666 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss7 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 04:33:21 EDT [QUESTION] Mariah from Atlanta, GA writes: "Please I need remedies for preeclampsia my freand really need help : no job,no insurence . I know Ted is really busy, I need help so people start sending your answer please 0_0.Thank you !!!!!!!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=TST_28652 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss8 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 10:54:00 EDT [YEA] Lissa from Whangarei, NZ writes: "I greatly reduced the pain of my labour when having my 4th baby by taking 'Mag Phos' which is one of the 'Schuessler Tissue Salts'. i took 4 every half hour according to instructions on container. after trying many other pain relief during my other 3 babies labour, this was by far the best remedy and least painful labour." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=RN_26183 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss9 Sun, 03 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT [QUESTION] Michelle from Homestead, Florida writes: "I have a question rather than a comment. I am now 10 and 1/2 weeks pregrnant and have been spotting since about5 weeks. All ultrasounds and hormone levels have been great. I have been on bed rest for 2 weeks which halped decrease the spotting, but it has not completely gone away. Do you know of anything natural that would help decrease and eventually end the spotting? Pase let me know. Thank you for your help!!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=ACV_23429 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss10 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST [NAY] Katie from Springfield, OH writes: "I am 7 months pregnant and have had severe sinus problems the entire time. Nothing OTC works for me including Benadryl or Tylenol Sinus. I've tried the Vick's Vaporizor and nothing. Afrin gives some relief but I think I've become immune to it. I've been using it for months and at increasing intervals throughout the day. So after reading all these positive comments about drinking the ACV with water, I thought I'd try it. I mixed about 2 tablespoons of ACV with 8 ounces of warm water and drank it. It tasted a little like lemon tea with no sweetener so I didn't find the taste to be terribly off-putting; however it's been about 2 hours and NO difference at all in my sinuses. I may try it again and see if it does anything with repeated use, but so far, I am not getting any effect at all from this remedy." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=NA_19814 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss11 Sat, 13 Dec 2008 00:00:00 EST Shelly from Antioch, California writes: "Hello, I am so happy to find this website. I am in need of help. I am pregnant in my 2nd Trimester and have felt considerable depression during my pregnancy. Symptoms include: Lethargic, unable to get out of bed, no desire to socialize or participate in family activities, loss of desire to complete daily tasks. I have two other children ages 7 and 2yrs old and my depression is becoming burdensome and a distracting me from caring for my other children. I am experiencing intense sadness and loss of interest in daily endeavors. These symptoms are very different than normal pregnancy hormone related symptoms as they are more intense and dark in nature. I have discussed with my doctor but I do not want to take prescription medications and would like to consider all natural antidepressants. I have heard that Sam-E is supposedly good, however I want to make sure that any natural antidepressants I may take will not have harmful side effects on the baby while I am pregnant. Question: Are there any SAFE all natural Antidepressant remedies available to take during pregnancy? Thank you for your help." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=RRLT_14419 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss12 Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EDT Tan Koon Peng from Singapore writes: "Red raspberry leaf tea has been used for thousands of years and has earned the reputation of being the "supreme" herb for pregnant women. It can relieve almost any discomfort of pregnancy from morning sickness to leg cramps. It has also been shown to strengthen & tone the uterine wall and help to make delivery easier and speedier by helping the uterus contract more efficiently and helps expel the placenta after. Red Raspberry Tea have help many mothers relieved labor pain by a great deal and prevent miscarriage successfully.It have even helped a woman who had four miscarriages had 2 baby in 3 years in a row.She drank this tea daily and become a mother for the first time. Historically women have taken raspberry leaf tea throughout their pregnancies up to and including childbirth. You may choose to drink raspberry tea during your pregnancy but add more red raspberry leaves to your drink in your final month of pregnancy. This would be great for drinking during labour & right after. Raspberry leaf tea has traditionally been used as a woman's herb to control heavy menstrual bleeding, reduce the risk of miscarriage, and promote a healthy pregnancy. A folk remedy for minor mouth sores is to gargle with raspberry leaf tea. The Chinese traditionally used raspberry leaves for diarrhea, stomach ailments, muscle pain, and other conditions. Raspberry has also been recognized as a topical remedy for use on burns and wounds. Red Raspberry seems to help prevent morning sickness, tone uterine muscles, reduce pain during labor, and ease childbirth. Along with blackberry, raspberry is recognized to be rich in astringent tannins that can have a beneficial effect on diarrhea. Raspberry may also help to prevent or treat: common cold and flu,sore throat,bleeding gums. Raspberry leaf has a rich concentration of vitamin C, E, A & the B complexes. It also contains calcium & iron in one of its most absorbable forms. These are all nutrients which are very important during pregnancy. Raspberry juice was one of twenty vegetable and fruit juices tested that showed antimutagenic activity against benzo[a]pyrene, which is a mutagen and carcinogen. Researchers in Mexico found that ellagic acid, a phenolic compound that occurs naturally in raspberries, inhibited the mutagenicity of a strain of aflatoxin. Raspberry Leaf: Used to restore a hormonal balance, nourish the uterus, and prevents pregnancy complications. Contains vitamins and minerals including vitamin c and calcium. The alkaloid fragrine helps tone the uterus and muscles of the pelvic region. A powerful fertility-promoting herb. Raspberry heals the lower body organs and pelvic muscles, which helps to ease difficulties associated with uterine disorders. Also relieves tension and strengthens kidneys and urinary tract. Scientists found that raspberry contains the alkaloid fragrine, which may relax certain pelvic muscles and promote uterine health. Ellagic acid, which also occurs in strawberries, grapes, and black currants, has antimutagenic and anticarcinogenic properties. Raspberry also contains flavonoids including quercetin; tannins; polypeptides; and vitamin C, calcium, and other nutrients.Red Raspberry also promotes healthy nails, bones, teeth, and skin. To make a tea, pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 to 2 teaspoons of herb and steep for ten minutes. Strain. During the first trimesters, drink 1 cup per day. During second trimester, drink 2 to 3 cups per day. In the final trimester, drink 4 to 5 cups per day. Using a teaball would be useful. You can also drink it HOT for better results. Please store the dried tea in an airtight container in the freezer to keep the herbs dry and fresh." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=ACV_11014 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss13 Wed, 06 Feb 2008 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Sarah from Columbus, Ohio writes: "I am 3 months pregnant and have been sufferring from terrible digestion issues (GERD, nausea, constipation, bloating, gas, etc). One of my friends told me to try apple cider vinegar to help alleviate some of my symptoms. I had my husband buy me a generic brand of ACV at the grocery store and I just started taking it yesterday. I believe that it is already making a difference in the way my gut feels; however, I just read one of the articles on this site that says distilled/pasturized ACV is \"dead\" and that you are losing most of the value if you are not using an organic, non-distilled version. My doctor does not want me to take anything that is not pasturized (for fear of any bacteria harming my baby). Does this mean it is pointless for me to use the grocery store brand of ACV? I haven\'t been using the ACV for long enough to know if it is truly effective at alleviating my problems or if all the \"feeling better\" stuff is just in my head. If anyone can confirm whether regular store bought (pasturized) ACV is still useful, I would greatly appreciate your comments." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=BLACKKOHOSH_11016 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss14 Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Brigitte from Houston, Texas writes: "Labor and delivery-Black Kohosh: Only use this product a week and a half or at the earliest, two weeks before delivery if used before this time it can induce premature labor; but when used as described here, it helps to strenghten the uterine wall to facilitate an easier and less stressful labor and delivery. I suggest that an expecting mother take one herbal supplement with each meal. IE, one at breakfast, one at lunch and one at dinner. Continue this regiment until you finally deliver your baby. One added benefit to this herbal remedy resides in the fact that you will not experience the excrutiating pains similar to contractions that are felt when you are nursing the child post natal. You may feel minor discomfort but, thank God, it is nothing like the pain you will endure if you do nothing at all. I am speaking from experience when I tell you this works." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=GINGERFORPREGNANCY_11018 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss15 Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Brigitte from Houston, Texas writes: "Please, note that I speak from experience. Nothing works better than eating several small yet healthy meals and taking ginger supplements or eating ginger snaps for alleviating the nausea that comes with the early stages of pregnancy. Usually by your fourth month you will no longer need to bother with this as the nausea becomes less over powering. Note that the olfactory senses in a pregnant woman are keenly acute and it would also be of great assistance to bring a handkerchief lightly dowsed with baby powder or some other light fragerance that is easily tolerated by the expecting mother for times when an unpleasant odor sneaks up on you." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=CELLSALTREMEDY_11021 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss16 Wed, 26 Dec 2007 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Janine from Brisbane, Australia writes: "I had acid reflux during my first pregnancy and had some relief with over the counter alkalizers. This pregnancy I didn\'t want to alkalize my stomach acid so I can digest effectively - but I still needed some relief. My naturopath recommended nat phos, the cell salt (also called SP or sodium phosphate) which is working very well, at least as well as antacids without the worry of poor digestive side effects or aluminium additives. Be sure to chew the tablet, or dissolve it in warm water." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=DONOTTAKEASCORBICACID_11023 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss17 Tue, 11 Dec 2007 11:51:24 EST [WARNING!] Kat from Albuquerque, New Mexico writes: "Ted, just wanted to comment on a reply were you stated that vitamin c can help prevent miscarriage. ascorbic acid (synthetic vit c i believe) is actually and abortificient in early term pregnancy, so you should be sure to note that unless a woman is trying to terminate a pregnancy, she should never take ascorbic acid while pregnant (ascorbic acid is the main ingredient in most off brand and lower priced vit c supplements.)" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=RASPBERRYYOGURT_11025 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss18 Mon, 10 Dec 2007 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Kelly from Flint, Mi writes: "I was Pregnant and unable to eat anything.It was a miserable feeling.I tred Ale and crackers and other things sugested by family and freinds,nothing worked ..then i tried raspberry yogurt and was able to eat I was so happy and felt much better I hope this helps somebody." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=TEDSREMEDIES_11030 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss19 Mon, 19 Nov 2007 00:00:00 EST [YEA] D from writes: "Dear Ted, I am very happy to let you know that my son Emanuele was born on November the 7th, 8.7 pounds and 52 cm. He is huge for my size! The labor lasted ony 3 and a half hour, a sort of miracle after the 30 hour nightmare labor I had with my daughter. I am pretty sure that the magnesium I took during the pregnancy helped me. I had mild contractions for weeks and I arrived at the real thing after a big part of the job had already been done. It was a really managable delivery (but I got a 2nd degree tear unfortunately) a very positive experience! The baby is very calm and not spitting up milk and crying very little, while my daughter would cry no stop and vomit even 8 times a day. I think this baby had such an optimal nutrition that his digestive system is just perfect, how it is supposed to be. The midwife, a nurse and my doula admired the placenta for 5 minutes saying that it was extraordinarily beautiful, they said that it was \"not a McDonald placenta\". Supplementation according your directions made all the difference. I am very happy and I thank you infinitely once again!!! Now I am breastfeeding, do you have any particular direction in supplementation for this moment (I am already starting losing my hair as normal after delivery). Thank you so much, I thank God for having send me your counseling which has helped me and my family so much, giving this new life the best possible start. God bless you." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=EPSOMSALTHYDROGEN_11036 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss20 Tue, 06 Nov 2007 00:00:00 EST [YEA] Amanda from Philadelphia, PA writes: "I\'m in my 9th month of pregnancy and my baby is sitting on my sciatica nerve. I can barely walk somedays but this helps alot! I take a pretty hot bath with Epsom Salt, A bottle of 3% hydrogen peroxide and a few drops of Eucalyptus Essential Oil in the bath and soak for 20-30 minutes. It helps alleviate the pain a great deal. You can also get on your hands and knees (all fours) and tilt your pelvis and this relieves pressure. I hope this helps." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=ALMONDS_11040 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss21 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Karen from Birmingham, Michigan writes: "ALMONDS: I had been taking aciphex for my acid reflux for over a year. After trying to lose weight with no success, I discovered over the internet that some people have a weight problem with aciphex. I stopped using it and decided to try a natural remedy that I used when I was pregnant and it works! It\'s real simple: plain almonds. I eat about 5 with breakfast and then eat a few each time I eat and I haven\'t felt my reflux. This was a remedy that a nurse told me about many years ago when I was pregnant with my first child, 1981. I\'m so glad I remembered it. Just to let you know, I am a drinker of chlorinated tap water; (read below) but somehow that remedy makes sense, too. Oh, and by the way, I began to lose weight after stopping the aciphex!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/pregnancy_remedies.html&name=PICKLEJUICE_11042 /CURES/pregnancy_remedies.rss22 Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Salima from Madison, Wisconsin writes: "I am 19 weeks pregnant and got sick a few days ago. I didn\'t want to take any medicines so I\'ve been downing cough drops for the past three days which has done absolutely nothing! I logged on to find a home remedy, and of course being pregnant I have a jar of pickles in my fridge! After drinking in the hot pickles juice I already felt better!! Aparently, the heated vapors of vinger helped my congestion and soothed my sore throat instantly. My coughing subsided dramatically and my throat didn\'t hurt as much. Thanks!!!!"