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Raspberry Leaf Tea
Raspberry leaf tea is popular with pregnant and postpartum parents, but the evidence for safety during breastfeeding is actually thin. It has a uterine-toning effect that's the whole point during pregnancy, but how that translates to breastfeeding isn't well-studied. Occasional use is probably fine; daily high-dose use warrants caution.
Occasional use; avoid high doses; consult provider for regular use
Red raspberry leaf is a traditional herb used to tone uterine muscles and support labor. Postpartum, it's often promoted as a galactagogue (supply booster), but scientific evidence for this is lacking. LactMed notes no well-controlled human studies exist on its safety or efficacy during lactation. The uterine-stimulating compounds could theoretically have systemic effects. Modest, occasional use is unlikely to cause harm, but it shouldn't be relied upon as a primary supply strategy.
Always confirm with your doctor or lactation consultant before making dietary changes while breastfeeding.
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