<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <feed xml:lang="en" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:opensearch="http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearch/1.1/" xmlns:s="http://jadedpixel.com/-/spec/shopify"> <id>https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news.atom</id> <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news"/> <link rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" href="https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news/tagged/breast-feeding.atom"/> <title>Mamabodytea - Blog</title> <updated>2023-05-03T13:47:44+10:00</updated> <author> <name>Mamabodytea</name> </author> <entry> <id>https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news/when-to-drink-raspberry-leaf-tea-when-pregnant</id> <published>2022-04-05T13:36:24+10:00</published> <updated>2022-04-05T13:38:53+10:00</updated> <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news/when-to-drink-raspberry-leaf-tea-when-pregnant"/> <title>When to Drink Raspberry Leaf Tea When Pregnant</title> <author> <name>Jessica O'brien</name> </author> <content type="html"> <![CDATA[<p> <img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0015/8685/6030/files/RL_belly_shot_aec31078-ac30-4b31-b1d0-d9168ff995a7_480x480.jpg?v=1649129522" alt=""></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Raspberry Leaf tea is one of the most renowned herbal teas. It has a wide reputation as a </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">female tonic for relieving excess menstrual bleeding. For pregnant women, it is used to </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">prevent nausea, relieve nausea, prevent spotting, to tone the uterus in preparation for </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">childbirth and to reduce the pain of childbirth.</span></p> <h4><b>What is raspberry leaf tea?</b></h4> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Raspberry Leaf tea (Rubus idaeus) comes from the leaves of the raspberry plant. It is a </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">member of the rose family and it native to England. It does not taste like raspberries, more </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">like a black tea. The generic name ‘rubus’ comes from the Latin meaning red and idaeus </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">from the Latin ‘ida’, the name of a mountain in Phrygia where the plant grew in abundance.</span></p> <b>What are the benefits of raspberry leaf tea when you’re pregnant?</b> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● May relieve nausea</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● Prevent spotting</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● Tone the uterus in preparation for childbirth</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● Reduce the pain of childbirth, by toning the muscles used during childbirth, labour may </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">be shorter and less painful.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● Increase breastmilk production</span></p> <h4> <span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span><b>Is raspberry leaf tea safe during pregnancy?</b> </h4> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A study was conducted at Westmead Hospital NSW with the purpose to examine the safety </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">and efficacy of raspberry leaf products consumed by a group of mothers during their </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">pregnancy, compared to a group of mothers who did not. The sample consisted of 52.8% of </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">women consuming raspberry leaf products while 47.2% didn't. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">The findings suggest that the raspberry leaf herb can be consumed by women during their </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">pregnancy for the purpose for which it is taken, that is, to shorten labour with no identified </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">side effects for the women or their babies. The findings also suggest ingestion of the drug </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">might decrease the likelihood of pre- and post-term gestation. An unexpected finding in this </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">study seems to indicate that women who consume raspberry leaf might be less likely to </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">receive an artificial rupture of their membranes, or require a caesarean section, forceps or </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">vacuum birth than the women in the control group 2.</span></p> <h4> <b>It's recommended to begin with one cup a day from 32 weeks and gradually increase to </b><b>three cups.</b> </h4> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you have any concerns we recommend speaking to your health care practitioner prior to </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">consumption to make sure it is suitable for you.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br></span><b>How much raspberry leaf tea should you drink?</b></p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">This is a very common question that we receive. The benefits from Raspberry Leaf Tea come from continued use, and allowing it to build up in your system. It's recommended that you start when you are about 32 weeks pregnant, though not before. This will give enough time for it to build up in your body. </span> <p> </p> <p><b><i>Begin with one cup a day, gradually increasing to three cups.</i></b></p> <br> <p><b>Who shouldn’t drink raspberry leaf tea when pregnant?</b></p> <blockquote> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Don't drink raspberry leaf tea if:</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● You had a previous labour that lasted three hours or less.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● You previously went into labour prematurely.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● You've had any vaginal bleeding in the second half of your pregnancy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● You've had or are at risk for ovarian cancer, endometriosis, or fibroids.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● Your baby is breech.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● You have pregnancy complications such as high blood pressure.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● You have pre-existing or gestational diabetes.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">● You experience Braxton hicks.</span></p> </blockquote> <p><b>Does raspberry leaf tea help induce labour? </b></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Raspberry Leaf tea does not induce labour. It builds up in your body and strengthens and </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">tones the tissue of the womb, assisting contractions.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Our </span><a href="https://www.mamabodytea.com.au/products/raspberry-leaf-blend"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Raspberry Leaf Blend</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> has been formulated by our naturopath and herbalist to provide </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">optimal support for labour preparation and post birth recovery. It also contains Nettle leaf </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">which holds astringent properties to help avoid haemorrhage after birth and Peppermint to promote healthy digestion and for its calmative properties. A new mamas BFF!</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Available in Pyramid tea bags and loose leaf, learn more <a href="https://www.mamabodytea.com.au/products/raspberry-leaf-blend">here:</a></span></p> <p><a href="https://www.mamabodytea.com.au/products/raspberry-leaf-blend"><span style="font-weight: 400;"><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0015/8685/6030/products/5_6ea9d2df-98b8-4c55-8ed6-7ef125703fd8_480x480.png?v=1541473101" alt=""></span></a></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0015/8685/6030/products/RL-Box-Pouch_4e1ab626-ca4f-47c4-87c0-7e7deb3b1e48_480x480.png?v=1615875222" alt=""></p> <p> </p> <span style="font-weight: 400;">References: </span> <ol> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Traditional Herbology - A reference guide to herbs. Mark Pedersen </span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Raspberry leaf and its effect on labour: Safety and efficacy J Midwifery Women’s Health. 2001 Mar-Apr;46(2):51 </span></li> <li><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Holistic Herbal - David Hoffman</span></li> </ol>]]> </content> </entry> <entry> <id>https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news/conquering-breastfeeding-challenges</id> <published>2018-11-14T14:59:00+11:00</published> <updated>2022-11-16T14:26:07+11:00</updated> <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news/conquering-breastfeeding-challenges"/> <title>CONQUERING BREASTFEEDING CHALLENGES</title> <author> <name>Kate McCartney</name> </author> <summary type="html"> <![CDATA[<meta charset="utf-8"><span>For some breastfeeding comes so naturally. It’s like a jigsaw puzzle which has been already finished for you. For others, it can take more time, more help and more adjusting to make all the pieces fit together. We have some hints on how to deal with some of breastfeedings Mamas most common concerns.</span><p><a class="read-more" href="https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news/conquering-breastfeeding-challenges">More</a></p>]]> </summary> <content type="html"> <![CDATA[<div style="text-align: center;"> CONQUERING BREASTFEEDING CHALLENGES.</div> <br> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For some Mamas, breastfeeding comes so naturally. It’s like a jigsaw puzzle which has been already finished for you. For others, it can take more time, more help and more adjusting to make all the pieces fit together. </span></p> <br> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Below are some common challenges and a few of our favourite tips to help make both yours and your babies breastfeeding journey a relaxed one.</span></p> <p> </p> <meta charset="utf-8"> <p><span>LATCHING PROBLEMS - If your baby isn’t latching correctly it can cause all sorts of issues such as cracked nipples, weight loss in your baby, blocked ducts and an irritable fussy baby.</span></p> <p><span>Helpful tips - </span></p> <ul> <li><span>Strip yourself and baby off, let your little one use the power of skin to skin to naturally find your nipple and attach themselves.</span></li> <li><span>Make sure your baby is awake for feeds as if they are sleepy their attention to their latch won’t be as good.</span></li> <li><span>If you have inverted nipples, try pumping briefly before a feed to bring the nipple out which will, in turn, help your baby get a correct latch.</span></li> <li><span>Engorged breasts can also affect a latch. You can express a little milk out prior to a feed to soften the breast making it easier for your little one to get their mouth around.</span></li> <li><span>Have a lactation consultant or doctor check that your baby doesn’t suffer from a tongue or lip tie. This can be easily fixed but can really affect your babies ability to feed.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">SORE CRACKED NIPPLES - This can be incredibly painful. You will hear hundreds of times, “if it hurts remove and attach bubs again because it’s not meant to hurt”. This is true. If your little one isn't attached properly this can lead to sore cracked nipples. Keep in mind in the beginning, this is new to your nipples. The initial pain should wear off as you and bubs both become more established at breastfeeding. If you don't find this is the case, always seek professional help.</span></p> <br> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Helpful tips -</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Make sure your baby has a good latch. If you are unsure of how to get this or even what a good latch should look like and you have already left the hospital, your lactation consultants or maternal health nurses are the perfect people to consult. </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Change positions when feeding. Feeding sitting up baby across your chest is only 1 way to feed. Try mixing up your positions as this may help with your little one's attachment.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Gels Pads and nipple creams can help. There are plenty of creams you can purchase which are perfectly safe for bubs to feed with. Your local pharmacist will be able to point you in the right direction.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Count to ten and wriggle your toes. We know this sounds so simple but it is incredible how sometimes you just need to get through the initial new attaching feeling and then it should ease off. </span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">LOW MILK SUPPLY - During the duration of breastfeeding your milk supply can change based on your babies demand and need for milk. You may get to a stage where you feel like your little one just isn’t getting enough milk. It is always a good idea to take your bub to get checked out and make sure they are gaining weight as this is a great indicator of your milk supply. If you do need to boost your supply there are plenty of ways to do so.</span></p> <br> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Helpful tips - </span></p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Make sure your baby is latching properly to the breast. This can affect the amount of milk they can take during their feeds.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nurse frequently until your little one is no longer actively feeding</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Consume Galactagogue promoting herbs. These herbs help increase breastmilk supply. Our <a href="https://www.mamabody.com.au/products/mamas-milk-lactation-tea" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">MAMA'S MILK</a> blend is full of these incredible herbs to boost and maintain a healthy supply. </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Offer both breasts during the feed. Feed one side until your baby is no longer actively feeding and then switch sides.</span></li> </ul> <br><br> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">MASTITIS - This c</span>an occur from a blocked milk duct or via an infection passed through a cracked nipple. Mastitis is an infection which causes soreness and lumps in your breast and can cause you flu-like symptoms of aching and feeling run down. Whilst infected you may also experience vomiting, nausea and it can leave your breast feeling hot to touch in the affected area. Sometimes these infections can fix themselves within 24 - 48 hours and in other cases, they need medication depending on the severity. At the first sign you feel these symptoms, or think you may have an infection, please do not try to be a tough warrior Mama, go and get checked out right away. Mastitis is something you don't want to leave too long to tend to!</p> <br> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Helpful tips -</span></p> <meta charset="utf-8"> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Take a visit to your doctor to get checked out</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Feed often on the affected breast, this will help the milk flow </span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Massage the breast or lump with the palm of your hand in a downwards motion whilst under the warm shower</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Do not wear tight bras such as a sports crop top. Wear supportive looser fitting bras and tops.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Get plenty of rest. The more rest you get, the quicker your body will have a chance to recover. We know this is hard with a little one but accepting help from others may be the difference between needing medication or not.</span></li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Make an appointment with your doctor to get checked out.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These are just a few common problems some Mamas run into during breastfeeding. If you are having any problems with breastfeeding, your maternal health nurse will be able to point you in the right direction to find many helpful services. You never need to feel alone in this journey, there is so much help out there if you feel your baby is not feeding properly or you are <a href="https://www.mamabodytea.com.au/blogs/news/breastfeeding-basics-with-beth" target="_blank" title="struggling with breastfeeding" rel="noopener noreferrer">struggling with breastfeeding</a>. Sometimes all we need is a few little reminders or hints to get everything back on track. </span></p> <br> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Always remember that even on the hardest days, you’ve got this Mama!</span></p> <br> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">** TO ENJOY 20% OFF OUR BLENDS FOR THE NEXT WEEK, PLEASE USE THE CODE "BREASTFEEDING" UPON CHECK OUT. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">**Offer expires midnight 21/11/18**</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">📸 @my.littlemoon 😘</span></p>]]> </content> </entry> <entry> <id>https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news/expressed-milk</id> <published>2018-10-26T12:24:00+11:00</published> <updated>2022-11-16T14:25:09+11:00</updated> <link rel="alternate" type="text/html" href="https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news/expressed-milk"/> <title>STORING EXPRESSED BREAST MILK</title> <author> <name>Kate McCartney</name> </author> <summary type="html"> <![CDATA[<meta charset="utf-8"> <p><span>Mama, are you expressing milk or planning to when you have your little one and curious as to how long it is ok to keep the breast milk for once expressed? </span><br><span></span></p> <p><span>To save you going on a google hunt because we know you have more than enough on your plate, we have done the research for you!</span></p><p><a class="read-more" href="https://www.mamabody.com.au/blogs/news/expressed-milk">More</a></p>]]> </summary> <content type="html"> <![CDATA[<meta charset="utf-8"> <h2><strong>STORING EXPRESSED BREAST MILK</strong></h2> <p><strong>Mama, are you expressing milk or planning to when you have your little one and curious as to how long it is ok to keep the breast milk for once expressed? </strong><br><br><span>To save you going on a google hunt because we know you have more than enough on your plate, we have done the research for you!</span></p> <p><span>The Australian Breast Feeding Association recommends the following:</span></p> <p><br><span>If you have just freshly expressed milk it should go into a closed container. If you don't have a fridge or freezer available, the milk is ok for 6-8 hours in 26℃.</span></p> <p><br><span>In a fridge, your milk should be place at the back where it is coldest for no more than 72hrs.</span><br><br><span>In a small freezer compartment of a fridge which is less than -15℃ the expressed milk should be ok for 2 weeks.</span><br><br><span>In a freezer which is seperate to the fridge, breast milk is ok to be stored for up to 3 months at less than -18℃.</span><br><br><span>If you can get your hands on a deep freeze freezer, this is ideal because in here your milk can stay for 6-12 months at less than -20℃. This option is best if your express feeding or wanting to build up a good supply of expressed milk.</span></p> <p>If you are giving your baby breast milk, you should try our <a href="https://www.mamabody.com.au/collections/breastfeeding/products/mamas-milk-lactation-tea" title="Lactation Tea">MAMA'S MILK lactation tea</a>. This incredibly helpful blend is perfect for boosting and maintaining a healthy breast milk supply! This blend comes in both loose leaf tea and also in pyramid tea bags for added convenience. You can enjoy 2-4 cups of this delicious blend per day.</p> <p><span>Happy pumping Mamas x</span></p>]]> </content> </entry> </feed>