A very reliable source for tinctures that provide an alternative to drugs! Milk Thistle (when it may be nutritionally related problem) and more commonly Fenugreek (when it may be more stress related problem) help bring up a lagging milk supply quickly. Working mothers with the added stresses of returning to work find this a life saver. You will know if you are taking enough when you notice you have the aroma of maple syrup. 5-10 drops twice a day is equivilent to the recommended 2 capsules three times a day.

These rice bags are a wonderful gift idea for a new mom. A few minutes in the microwave and they can provide lots of comfort on those swollen or engorged breasts. Warmth can help facilitate the let down reflex.

Sold as singles - Scented with orange clove or unscented. The print will be chosen for you, but if you order a set, the sets will match.

(These are samples of prints only. Each bag is approximately 4" X 6".)

Generations of Asian mothers have turned to one natural source when they needed to increase their breast milk production: Malunggay. The leaves of the Malunggay tree (moringa oleifera) are nature's own galactagogues — nature’s way of helping you increase the amount of breast milk you produce. Go-Lacta is a plant-based supplement that has scientifically shown to increase mom’s breast milk supply. Mothers who ate Malunggay produced 228% more milk than mothers who didn’t. Go-Lacta is 100% vegan using premium Malunggay leaves and 100% vegetarian capsules. Go-Lacta ensures a high-quality and safe premium product for mom and baby. Give your baby more of the perfect food — your own breast milk. Make sure you produce enough with Go-Lacta! 60 Capsules
Cost: $19.95

This is a comprehensive supplement designed to meet a woman's extra nutritional requirements during pregnancy and lactation. It is hypoallergenic and exceptionally well-tolerated. Recommendations are to take 4 capsules twice daily with meals and the container contains 240 capsules so this works out to be a month supply.
The numbers look pretty good except for the vitamin D levels. It only has 100 IU per 4 capsules. The RDA is 400 IU/day but the newest research is showing quite a different need. Canada has put it's pregnant women on 5000 IU/day so you may want to do your own research on this one - Dr. Cannell is one of the leading authorities in this field!

M. & B.-A (Mother & Baby) is a natural herb blend that has proven to make a difference for mothers who want to breast feed their babies. It has been used successfully by many mothers to:
Enrich and increase their milk supply
Feed a baby that is just learning to nurse
Help an infant gain necessary weight
Produce milk for a premature infant
Nurse multiples or an adopted baby
Help a mother to relactate
Provide a buffer when a mother is returning to work or school
Promote flow when a mother's milk is slow to come in

M. & B.-A is a highly effective herbal blend which has proven to be of great help to nursing mothers, formulated by U.S. practiced master herbalist and mother, Amelia Schendel, RD, IBCLC, MH.

Marshmallow root promotes milk flow in nursing mothers. It is high in calcium and other minerals. It is an excellent wound healer and reduces inflammation.
Blessed thistle increases milk flow. It is especially beneficial when mother's milk is slow in coming in. It speeds up the milk ejection reflex. This comes in very handy when helping a baby breastfeed who has become accustomed to a bottle and wants a quick reward.
Fennel is a lactation stimulant, increases fat content of milk, helps with digestion, reduces gas, and historically helps colicky babies.
Plantation is very rich in nutrients, enriches mother's milk, and boosts the mother's immune system.
Fenugreek stimulates milk production for nursing mothers. It gives tone to the uterus. From Egypt to India, this herb has been used to increase milk production, and relieve ailments of the mucus membranes. Other research shows that the seeds have galactagogue effects due to lactation factors in the fatty acids.
Universal emotional remedy with gorse (vervain, wild grape, mustard, scleranthus, chicory, willow, crab apple, honeysuckle, and gorse) is composed of rarefied plant and wild flower essences. It is very helpful for mothers in alleviating stress, anxiety and feelings of hopelessness. Because of the rarefied nature of these wildflower and plant essences, there is no need to fear an allergic reaction or addiction, and may therefore be freely used by adults and child alike.
Suggested use: To enrich a mother's milk supply, take 20-40 drops 3 times a day. To increase a mother's milk supply, take one teaspoonful 3-4 times in a 24-hour period before meals. Increase or decrease the amount of M. & B.-A as needed. Best results are achieved when taken every six hours at the same time every day. Note: If a mother is sensitive to alcohol, she may place the herbal dose in water overnight to allow the alcohol to evaporate.
Cost: 1 oz. $13.50 and 4 oz. $40.50

They use only premium quality ingredients that are all food grade, vegetarian and vegan, GRAS certified and toxicologist approved. It is made with the following ingredients: Sunflower, avocado and borage seed oils, shea butter and calendula. What it DOES NOT have is lanolin or beeswax, parabens or petroleum, gluten or soy.
It comes in a 1.67 oz. container with an ultra-hygenic pump and costs $11.99.

WHAT IS "GRIPEWATER"?
"GripeWater is a liquid that has evolved over time in response to babies and children suffering from minor stomach discomfort. Handed down from generation to generation, it has been in use for over a hundred years and widely used in Europe and many other countries.

HOW DOES IT WORK?
MOM's gripeWater has a blend of ingredients, which have been known to be beneficial for easing stomach discomforts. GripeWater is considered to be more effective than regular antacid in many instances.

WHAT'S IN IT?
It also contains ginger and fennel, which are considered to be digestive aids. MOM's GripeWater is free of alcohol and sugan and contains no fillers, artificial colors or flavors, yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, dairy or starch. MOM's GripeWater contains sodium bicarbonate, which is widely used in many antachid preparations.

HOW IS IT USED?
MOM's GripeWater should be given prior to feedings if a baby exhibits distress during or after feeding. During the first few weeks it can be given to babies suffering from colic or gas. Adults suffering from gas have also been known to benefit from regular use of GripeWater.

It is administered orally by a dropper or a teaspoon. It can also be added to a baby's bottle.

4 fl. oz. (120 ml) - Lot's cheaper than what you buy over the counter at the drug store!

MOMs Morning Sickness Magic is a highly effective herbal supplement formulated to ease nausea during pregnancy. It also contains other essential ingredients that support a healthy pregnancy. a) Ginger to ease nausea and vomiting b) B-6 is frequently recommended by doctors to reduce and benefit the immune system. c) Folic Acid is as essential nutrient for normal fetal development. MOMs products are manufactured in an FDA Laboratory.

Natracare pads are made from only certified organic 100% cotton and renewable and sustainable plant cellulose. They are totally plastic-free and are totally chlorine-free. The absorbent core absorbs the menstrual fluid and locks it away so that the soft organic cotton cover allows your skin to breath while at the same time keeping you dry.

Natracare tampons were developed as a direct response to health and environmental concerns about dioxin pollution caused by chlorine bleaching, the extensive use of pesticide spraying on conventionally grown cotton, and the use of rayon and other synthetics in tampons. Natracare tampons are all made from only certified organic 100% cotton and are the only fully certified organic cotton tampons available in the world today.

For more information, order the Nordic Naturals Pamphlet
Free from fishy taste, Nordic Naturals offers naturally flavored oil and soft gelatin capsules through an exclusive and patented flavoring process. Third party testing shows positively no PCBs or heavy metals, exceeding FDA purity levels by 400 times. Nordic Naturals oils have been tested down to 2.5 particles per billion (a first in the U.S.).
What is DHA?
DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) is a long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid from fish. Omega-3 fatty acids are "essential" because humans are unable to synthesize them, meaning that they must be obtained through our diet. The brain in particular is very rich in DHA, where it increases outgrowth, and supports functions such as learning, memory and cognitive development.
Benefits during pregnancy and Lactation:
During pregnancy and lactation, proper nutrition with long chain Omega-3s appears to be especially important for the health of both the mother and child. Inadequate maternal Omega-3 intake during pregnancy is a risk factor for premature birth and low birth weight, diabetes and postpartum depression. DHA also appears to be very important to infants' visual and cognitive development. A recent study showed that children whose mothers had taken cod liver oil during pregnancy and lactation had higher IQs at age four than those whose mothers had taken a placebo. However, it is also important to note that exposure to environmental toxins found in certain kinds of fish, are associated with increased risk for low birth weight. It is therefore crucial for expecting mothers to seek out a molecularly distilled source of Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Ingredients:purified deep sea fish oil, soft gel (gelatin, water, glycerin, strawberry essence), strawberry essence, mixed tocopherols, rosemary extract.
One bottle contains 90 Soft Gel Capsules (45 servings of 500 mg of DHA)
Suggested Use:Two capsules daily, with meals, or as directed by your health care professional or pharmacist.