Breast Feeding
For insufficient milk, the following herbs can be used:
Anise seed
Fennel seed
Marshmallow root
Vervain leaves
Infusion of any of the above, alone or in combination: 1/2 ñèð as required, up to 3 cups per day
Anise and Fennel are well known for their ability to stimulate milk flow and have been used by nursing mothers for centuries.
Both herbs also relieve colic and, when taken by a nursing mother, this action extends to the baby too.
Vervain, as well as being a galactagogue, is also useful for post-natal depression.
To dry up milk flow:
Sage leaves
Infusion: 3 cups per day, starting with a mild infusion and increasing the strength each day until normal dosage is reached (results are usually obtained within a week or so)
2 parts Marigold flowers
1 part Marshmallow root
Poultice, compress or ointment: apply several times each day
Colic in Babies
For colic in young babies:
Anise seed
Fennel seed
Caraway (Carum carvi) seed
Dill (Anethum graveolens) seed
Infusion of any of the above, alone or in combination: give 1 or 2 teaspoonfuls from time to time (e.g. every hour or so) until the colic subsides
Dill seed forms the basis of many gripe waters available commercially, and any of the other carminative seeds listed above works equally well.
An infusion of Catnip, Chamomile, Lemon Balm or Vervain, given in doses of 1 or 2 teaspoons, is a mild but effective remedy for most digestive problems in young babies. For acute or persistent conditions, seek professional advice.
Note that herbal remedies can be sweetened with honey as desired, this sometimes being of particular benefit with babies and children.
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