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Natural Herbs to Aid in Conceiving

For centuries, herbs have been used by hopeful mothers to enhance fertility and as an aid to conception. Some herbs are used to help restore the body to optimal health which favors reproduction. Other herbs promote fertility more directly by having an effect on the reproductive system. Together, herbs of both types have a cumulative effect and should be taken for at least several months in order to assess their effectiveness. As with any medicine, herbs can have a potent effect and should only be taken under the direction of a trained herbalist.

  1. Raspberry Leaf

    • Raspberry leaves taken as a tea or infusion is a commonly used herb for treating infertility. Raspberry tones the uterus, according to the American Botanical Council. It also helps prevent miscarriage, decrease morning sickness, ease delivery and speed recovery after childbirth. This herb also boosts fertility when taken with red clover.

    Red Clover Blossom

    • Red clover blossom is rich in isoflavonoid phytoestrogens which contribute to overall health, according to the Herb and Supplement Encyclopedia from Flora. Having a healthier body improves the chances of conception. This herb is also promotes fertility by regulating hormone levels and acting as a mild sedative.

    Dong Quai

    • Dong quai is a Chinese herb that is widely regarded as a tonic for women. It has been used in China for thousands of years to treat infertility. It increases blood flow to the uterus and other sexual organs which also increase reproductive health.

    Chaste Tree Berry

    • Chaste tree berry is used for issues affecting women's reproductive systems, the American Botanical Council states. It regulates the menstruation by correcting luteal phase defect, a condition which disrupts the menstrual cycle and is a leading cause of infertility.

    Chinese Herbal Formulas

    • In traditional Chinese medicine, a board-certified herbalist prescribes from 12 to 15 herbs to be cooked as a decoction. Each herb has its own action and is chosen to treat a patient based on their particular symptoms. These individually tailored herbal medicines work to restore overall good health as well as correct any deficiencies, excesses or stagnation diagnosed by the Chinese herbalist, thereby improving a woman's chances of conceiving.

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