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Chai would not be a good idea, but Mint and Chamomile are fine. Raspberry leaf is excellent through out pregnancy and is also recommended to general woman's health daily or when preparing to become pregnant.

WARNING: I've seen people say Ginger is fine and great to use. This is a dangerous misconception. Ginger is an emmenagogue. Emmenagogues are substances which have the ability to provoke menstruation. In very VERY small amounts, ginger can relieve morning sickness, but in larger doses, Ginger Root can bring on a period in pregnant women that can endanger the baby. This is especially true early on in the pregnancy. Unfortunately, I am speaking from personal experience and had no idea the Ginger would cause my pregnancy to fail.

Other Emmenagogues to be aware of is Parsley, Yarrow, Feverfew, Rosemary, Sage, Mugwort, Juniper, Pennyroyal, Angelica, Rue, Savin, Tansy, Blue Cohosh, Celery Seed, and Birthwort.

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