General Birth Preparation Information Herbs to Avoid During Pregnancy Beneficial Dietary Supplements Buy Beneficial Dietary Supplements and Products - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - General Birth Preparation Information Birth preparation is the period of gestation nine months prior to child birth. During this time, proper nutrition and the use of certain herbs can help to prepare the your body for a safe and healthy labor. There are a number of herbs appropriate for use during pregnancy to enhance nutritional health of the mother and baby, but expectant mothers are strongly recommended to speak with their doctors before adding herbs to their prenatal health plans. Special care is recommended during the first trimester. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Herbs to Avoid During Pregnancy The following herbs should NOT be taken at any time during pregnancy: aloe vera (intenally), angelica, arnica, barberry, black cohosh, bloodroot, cat’s claw, celandine, cottonwood bark, dong quai, ephedra, feverhew, ginseng, goldenseal, lobelia, myrrh, Oregon grape, pennyroyal, rue, sage, saw palmetto, tansy and tumeric. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - In accordance with FDA regulation, we do not make any therapeutic claims for any Dietary Supplements in accordance with the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act. Beneficial Dietary Supplements Iron is essential during pregnancy. Protein Supplement can decrease the risk of birth defects. Quercetin is a valuable bioflavonoid the promotes proper circulation. Vitamin B Complex plus extra Folic Acid helps prevent deficiencies. Vitamin C with Bioflavonoids taken before delivery may help reduce labor pain. Zinc helps reduce the risk of low birth weight babies. Acidophilus provides “friendly” bacteria that prevents yeast infection and protects the baby at birth. Calcium and Magnesium are necessary for formation of healthy bones and teeth. Coenzyme Q10 enhances circulation and protects the heart. Alfalfa is essential for proper blood clotting. Red Raspberry Leaf strengthens the uterus and alleviates morning sickness. Blue Cohosh, False Unicorn Root and Squaw Vine help to prepare the body for easier birth. Take only during the last four weeks of pregnancy. St. John’s Wort helps uterine contractions at birth. REFERENCES: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Edition, Phyllis Balch, CNC; James F. Balch, M.D. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - - Buy Beneficial Dietary Supplements and Products Below.