Natural Remedies for Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum

A gentle guide from my doula bag to your bedside. These natural tools have supported many families I’ve walked beside—and I hope they serve you just as softly.

As always, consult your provider before introducing anything new.

With care,
Jacqueline

Natural Birth Preparation Tools
  • Acupuncture: Encourages cervical ripening
  • Acupressure: May stimulate contractions
  • Chiropractic Care: Aligns pelvis for optimal fetal position
  • Dates: 6 per day in final weeks may reduce interventions
  • The Miles Circuit: A movement sequence to position baby and open the pelvis
  • Red Raspberry Leaf Tea: Tones uterus, supports labor efficiency
  • Herbs: Wishgarden tinctures: AfterEase, LaborEase, MilkRich, Smooth Transitions
  • Homeopathy: Caulophyllum, Gelsemium, Arnica, Pulsatilla, Cimicifuga
  • Oxytocin Release: Orgasm, cuddling, laughter, loving touch, play
Essential Oils by Use
  • Afterpains: Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Clary Sage, Frankincense
  • Back Labor: Valor, Juniper, Lemon, Cool Azul, OrthoEase, Deep Relief
  • Contractions/Transition: Valor, Jasmine, Lemon, Clary Sage, Divine Release
  • Fatigue: Lemon, Orange, Tangerine, Joy, En-R-Gee, Motivation
  • Nausea: AromaEase, Peppermint, Spearmint, DiGize, TummyGize
  • Mastitis/Clogged Ducts: Thieves, Purification, Exodus II, Egyptian Gold
    (dilute with Cel-Lite Magic, apply to feet or use in compress)
  • Cesarean Scar Care: Frankincense, Claraderm, Lavender, Rose Ointment
  • Perineal Care: Claraderm Spray, Rose Ointment, Witch Hazel with Lavender, Sitz baths
  • Nipple Care: Copaiba (safe for baby), Coconut oil, Silver Shields, Medela shields
Herbal Teas & Nourishment
  • Nettle Leaf: Builds blood, rich in iron and minerals
  • Raspberry Leaf: Uterine tonic, great from 32+ weeks
  • Oatstraw: Calms the nervous system, supports magnesium levels
  • Brew tip: 1 tbsp herb per 8–10 oz hot water. Steep 10–20 mins covered. Sip warm or iced.

There is sacred power in slowing down and caring for your body with intention. If you ever have questions about any of these, reach out—I’m always here to walk with you.