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Name: Christine | Date: Dec 1st, 2004 11:53 AM
They say it helps to induce labor but I havent read that it works all that well.. ↑
Name: Courtney | Date: Dec 1st, 2004 4:26 PM
I have heard wonderful things about the tea, and did a lot of research. I am 37 weeks pregnant and not even close my doctor says so I started drinking the tea today. I'll keep u posted! ↑
Name: Kim | Date: Dec 1st, 2004 7:44 PM
From the studies I've read all it does is ease the labor. It helps with cramps and even helps the uterus. But from the studies they didn't say it helps bring on labor. In fact it said it helps prevent miscarrages. So why would it bring on labor if its trying to stop from bringing early labor? ↑
Name: niki | Date: Dec 2nd, 2004 4:56 AM
oh well i will keep drinking it anyway, and hope it helps with an easier birth, (fingers crossed) ↑
Name: Rachel | Date: Dec 13th, 2004 8:06 AM
I understand that you should only drink the tea from 32 weeks and can help the uterus with contractions. I started drinking the tea with my second pregnancy at 37 weeks and found it really helped in delivering my daughter. I plan to start drinking the tea again with my 3rd pregnancy at 32 weeks. ↑
Name: patsy | Date: Dec 28th, 2004 5:27 PM
i drank raspberry leaf tea during each of my four pregnancies and it seemed to help my labour to move along quickly and smoothly, helping my uterus to contract well, labour with my 4th baby lasted 29 minutes with hardly any pain and no pushing, i'll be using it again at the end of this pregnancy too!! ↑
Name: kashi | Date: Dec 30th, 2004 10:44 PM
Raspberry Leaf: can be used abundantly throughout pregnancy, especially the last trimester. It contains
the active alkaloid fragrine, which has a special influence on the pelvic region and the uterus. It strengthens and tones the reproductive organs helping
prevent morning sickness, miscarriage, and hemorrhage.
It can help reduce pain during labor and after birth and prepare the uterus to work more effectively.
Rich in vitamin C, E, and iron. ↑
Name: Marnie | Date: Jan 2nd, 2005 7:23 PM
Wondering if I will still have a bloody show when OB told me 2 weeks ago that I was 2cm dilated and 80% thinned. Can anyone tell me? ↑
Name: Jackie | Date: Jan 16th, 2005 11:05 AM
Yes. I took it with my 9th child. From having my first cuppa I went into labour 20 minutes later....and delivered within 10 minutes. I felt no pain and think it was the most delicious drink.....yummy! ↑
Name: claire | Date: Jan 17th, 2005 8:53 AM
well im due this saturday and have been drinking it for the past 2 weeks, to no avail. will keep you posted ↑
started drinking tea yesterday,hope it works fed up now!! ↑
Name: Anna | Date: Jan 30th, 2005 11:42 PM
Have just finished my third box of Raspberry leaf tea, which I was told can be drunk from wk 35 at 3 cups a day. Starting to have really bad crampy pains which I believe may the start of labour so if the tea does help, I pity those who haven't used it! ↑
Kashi's info is correct. It does not induce labour, it just tones the uterus to prepare for childbirth. Should be drank from 35 wks on, you can also drink it after delivering to help the uterus contractr ti its original size. ↑
Name: shana | Date: Feb 6th, 2005 12:45 AM
i dont like hot tea but i drink alot of liptons rasberry ice tea. bcaus youcan get it at taco bell and i like taco bell !!! lol ↑
Name: col | Date: Feb 10th, 2005 11:07 AM
been drinking raspberry tea 4 2 weeks now im a week over due and still no sign!! ↑
Name: Tracey | Date: Feb 18th, 2005 4:35 PM
this is my 5 pregnancy and ive always had to be induced at around 42 weeks,,infact even with inductionmy last baby wouldnt come(ended up with a emergancy section).any ideas how i can help this one along? ↑
Name: kerrie | Date: Feb 22nd, 2005 10:54 AM
i have tried it a few times and still no luck. i felt better after drinking it though ↑
Name: marion | Date: Feb 22nd, 2005 3:42 PM
Im now having my second baby,But with my first I drank pure rasberry leaf tea from a health store.and i only had 2 cups and ended up in labor within half an hour of drinking it, So yes i do believe it dose work. ↑
Name: Alisha | Date: Mar 3rd, 2005 7:10 AM
Big difference between Raspberry tea (tea that is Raspberry flavored) and tea that is made from Raspberry leaves. Anyone know if it is okay to drink while breastfeeding? ↑
From all I know Red Raspberry leaf tea (read the label to make sure its pure) is great to tone and prepare the uterus for more productive contractions. This means less unproductive-yet still painful ones. It does not, however induce labor, and is most effective when taken consistently for 5 weeks or so before estimated due date. ↑
Name: Stacey | Date: Mar 30th, 2005 5:56 PM
I've been drinking it for about a week with no noticeable change. I'm 39 weeks along. It does taste great as ice tea though! ↑
Name: michelle | Date: Apr 2nd, 2005 3:07 PM
raspberry tea doesn't necessarily start labor, it helps more with dilating and preparing the cervix for labor. ↑
Name: Nicola | Date: Apr 8th, 2005 12:29 PM
Rasberry leaf tea helps tone the muscles of the uterus and should not be taken before 34 weeks because in RARE cases can induce labour. I've been told castor oil is the best way to induce labour ↑
Name: Helena | Date: Apr 14th, 2005 6:37 AM
Drinking tea for the 3rd day now. No changes except increased fetal movements and sleepless nights. Not really sure what it means? ↑
Name: Bella | Date: Apr 17th, 2005 11:30 PM
I drank the tea during my first pregnancy and I plan to again. I started drinking one cup a day starting my 8th months. I read a lot of articles that it makes your uterus really strong and that can help to push the baby out faster, lessening the need for a c-section.
I pushed my baby out in three pushes. I delivered 45 minutes after I got to the hospital. I don't think it induced labor but it did seem to make my uterus really strong.
The nurses and Dr. were pretty shocked he came out that fast since it was my first baby. ↑
Name: carrie | Date: Apr 18th, 2005 3:32 AM
it definitly shouldnt be taken until late into the third trimester, as it encourages uterine contractions,and so there is a slight risk of inducing prematuerre labour or miscarriage....but does anyone know about green tea?i am addicted to the stuff at the moment, and i know its a good detox for me, but is it safe for the baby? ↑
