Raspberry Leaf

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  1. TigerLady

    TigerLady CaveTiger Clan Mama

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    So, I am going to get some raspberry leaf today to help with uterine toning.

    My ? is this: do tablets work as well as the tea??

    Sorry to the Brits here, but I am not a big tea drinker. I am afraid I won't use it as much as I should in tea form.

    But I will make myself if the tabs don't work. Does anyone know??

    Thanks!!
     
    #1 TigerLady, Apr 24, 2009
  2. Jkelmum

    Jkelmum Well-Known Member

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    I am taking the tablets and i am a brit ....I drink tea but the rasberry stuff is awful ...have taken the tablets in last 2 pregnancies with no trouble x
     
    #2 Jkelmum, Apr 24, 2009
  3. millymolly

    millymolly Mum of 3 and 3 Angels

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    Hi,

    I took Rasberry Leaf Tablets when pregnant with my 2 sons (now 12 and 16!) and they were both born at 37 weeks and 5 days and both nearly 9lb so I was glad they were early! Labour only 8 hours for my first and 2 hours for my second and that was only that long as on all four in the car on the way to the hospital!!!

    I hope they did contribute to my positive experience in my previous labours as now pregnant again after 13 years so will definately try them again this time in the hope they will help with labour after all these years

    Good luck and best wishes x
     
    #3 millymolly, Apr 29, 2009
  4. TigerLady

    TigerLady CaveTiger Clan Mama

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    Thanks, Ladies. I got some tablets and started them a few days ago. Here's hoping they help!! :mrgreen:
     
    #4 TigerLady, Apr 29, 2009
  5. MummyBurgo

    MummyBurgo I love my boys x

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    Sorry to jump in here, but when can you start taking the tablets or drinking the tea???
     
    #5 MummyBurgo, Apr 29, 2009
  6. TigerLady

    TigerLady CaveTiger Clan Mama

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    I've read different things. Most of what I have read say Third Tri is fine. Some say all pg is fine... some say early pg is not good.

    Personally (knowing biology), if you expect it to work for uterine muscle toning, I wouldn't wait too long. Some places say don't start until like week 35. Muscle toning takes time and if you start late I can't imagine it would have time to do much good.
     
    #6 TigerLady, Apr 29, 2009
  7. MummyBurgo

    MummyBurgo I love my boys x

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    So maybe leave it another week then? Thanks x
     
    #7 MummyBurgo, Apr 29, 2009
  8. TigerLady

    TigerLady CaveTiger Clan Mama

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    That is what I did -- started at 27 weeks. :mrgreen:
     
    #8 TigerLady, Apr 29, 2009
  9. MummyBurgo

    MummyBurgo I love my boys x

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    Thanks hun :)
     
    #9 MummyBurgo, Apr 29, 2009
  10. purple_socks

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    I started last week with 2 cups a day but am now working up to more...i'm not a huge fan but i quite like the tea! haven't tried the pills coz the shop had sold out!

    Tigerlady r u gonna try the oil of evening primrose thing too? i've heard good things abt it...i've bought some but i havent used it yet
     
    #10 purple_socks, Apr 30, 2009
  11. TigerLady

    TigerLady CaveTiger Clan Mama

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    Yup -- I expect so. My friend who just had her baby used it at the end and has a ton left which she has offered to give to me. :mrgreen:
     
    #11 TigerLady, Apr 30, 2009
  12. samantha_sarah

    samantha_sarah Proud Mummy to Ruby Mai

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    I loved it as was addicted! I gave birth to my daughter after being induced in 3hrs 31mins start to finish. I think it does work
     
    #12 samantha_sarah, Apr 30, 2009
  13. poison9579

    poison9579 mum of 4 & 34wks pregnant

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    hi, where can i get the tea or tablets from we live in eccles and i cant find them any where thanks :)
     
    #13 poison9579, Apr 30, 2009
  14. TigerLady

    TigerLady CaveTiger Clan Mama

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    I found mine at a vits and supplements store -- but I live in the U.S. Dunno where you would find them in the UK, but I am sure someone here knows!
     
    #14 TigerLady, Apr 30, 2009
  15. honey08

    honey08 mum2two boys/2mc

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    i got some tea that came 2day ! £5.60 online for 40 tea bags and delivery ...... didnt knwo wether to start drinking it yet tho :?

    wot does eve primrose do ?
     
    #15 honey08, Apr 30, 2009
  16. poison9579

    poison9579 mum of 4 & 34wks pregnant

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    thanks theres probably no point in me taking them now anyway as i'm due to have a section in 2 weeks but i'll keep looking :)
     
    #16 poison9579, Apr 30, 2009
  17. TigerLady

    TigerLady CaveTiger Clan Mama

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    EPO helps bring on contractions. I won't start taking that until I am literally ready to pop. I may not even start it until I am actually due... or within a few days of being due.

    Honey, I would defo start the tea, though!
     
    #17 TigerLady, Apr 30, 2009
  18. kirsty x

    kirsty x Well-Known Member

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    i paid 1.20 i fink for 20 bags in holland and barratt
     
    #18 kirsty x, Apr 30, 2009
  19. honey08

    honey08 mum2two boys/2mc

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    thanks :D

    "goes 2put kettle on:rofl:"
     
    #19 honey08, Apr 30, 2009
  20. bjl1981

    bjl1981 Well-Known Member

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    I was told 32 weeks is the earliest time to start taking this. Maybe do a little bit more research before carrying on. Don't mean to scare you, but wouldn't want to harm LO.
     
    #20 bjl1981, Apr 30, 2009
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