Every pregnancy is unique. Before incorporating a herbal tea into your routine, always consult your doctor, midwife, or pharmacist . Some herbs are contraindicated depending on your trimester, your health, or any medications you are currently taking.
1. Which plants are prohibited or not recommended during pregnancy?
Here is a list of plants to avoid during pregnancy due to their potentially dangerous effects:
- Plants with hormonal or estrogenic action : licorice, common sage, ginseng, fennel, green anise, hops.
- Abortive or irritating plants : flax, clover, saffron, burdock, cloves, gingko, juniper, lady's mantle.
- Powerful laxative or draining plants : senna, rhubarb, buckthorn, hibiscus
- Roman chamomile and feverfew (prefer matricaria chamomile).
2. Can you drink tea or coffee while pregnant?
Caffeine and theine should be limited during pregnancy : they can disrupt sleep, increase palpitations and reduce iron absorption.
Limit yourself to 1 cup of light tea or coffee per day in the morning. Choose teas low in theine, such as our organic green tea, Freshness of Japan .
Avoid matcha and strong coffee, especially on an empty stomach or after meals.
3. What herbal teas are safe to drink during pregnancy?
Many plants can be consumed in moderation (1 to 2 cups per day maximum) to help with minor pregnancy ailments.
In case of nausea
- Ginger (fresh or dried, max 2 g/day).
- Lemon balm (digestive and calming).
- Rosemary (liver support, in very small quantities).
- German chamomile (bloating, digestion, heartburn).
In case of constipation
- Mallow flowers (softening).
- Heather (mild diuretic).
- Lemon balm (intestinal antispasmodic effect).
In case of water retention and heavy legs
- Red vine.
- Witch hazel.
- Nettle.
- Cypress.
These plants improve venous circulation and relieve the feeling of swelling.
In case of sleep disorders
- Verbena.
- Linden.
- Lavender.
- Orange blossom.
- Melissa.
Ideally drink 30 minutes before bedtime.
In case of temporary fatigue
- Rosehip (rich in vitamin C and natural antioxidants).
4. What herbal teas should you drink at the end of pregnancy?
From the 8th month, certain plants can support the body in preparation for childbirth.
To be used only after medical validation:
- Raspberry leaf : tones the uterus, facilitates contractions (2 cups/day max, never before the 3rd trimester).
- Common sage : to be reserved for the last few days only, for its toning effects on the uterus.
These plants should be avoided at the beginning of pregnancy.
5. Which Chic des Plantes! infusions are compatible with pregnancy?
Here is a selection of organic herbal teas with no added flavoring, formulated with compatible plants:
- Organic Saut du Lit infusion : cocoa, buckwheat (morning).
- Organic Belle Plante infusion : rose, raspberry (1 cup/day).
- Organic infusion La Radieuse : lemon, citrus fruits.
- Organic infusion L'Élixir : ginger, lemon (max 2 g/day).
- Organic Hot Ginger Infusion : anti-nausea (2 g/day max).
All our broths in sachets or in bulk are compatible with pregnancy.
