Many people make pronouncements about the safety or otherwise of Herbal medicine, but they are not always qualified to do so. When prescribed by qualified naturopaths or herbalists, herbal medicine has good evidence to support its use in a variety of circumstances, but you need to understand herbs to make full use of the research.

Recently we posted a blog discussing raspberry leaf and its use in pregnancy, inspired by our recently published paper. Our goal was to provide clear, balanced and easy to understand information to bring more clarity to a time where there can be so many different sources of information all competing for your attention.

Just like pharmaceutical medications, herbs can be classified into various risk categories for their use during pregnancy. A professional herbalist can use these classifications to ensure herbs being prescribed are not only tailored to your specific needs, but safe for you and your baby as well.

Herbal medicine in pregnancy shouldn’t be feared. When in the right hands, it can offer great benefit and support, backed by evidence.