Looking for breastfeeding herbal remedies to increase your milk supply? It is said that fenugreek and blessed thistle can help improve lactation in nursing mothers.

Fenugreek and blessed thistle can be used alone, or combined together. It seems to work better if taking both, not just one or the other.

How to use fenugreek

Fenugreek can be use to make a congee or make a tea. Here is how to make a fenugreek tea:fenugreek-blessed-thistle

– Fenugreek seeds 1 teaspoon
– Water 1 cup
– Boil and simmer the seeds in water for 10 minutes
– Strain
– Drink it, twice a day

How to use blessed thistle

You can also use blessed thistle to make a tea. Here is how to make a blessed thistle tea:

– Dried blessed thistle flowering tops 2 grams
– Water 1 cup
– Boil and simmer the seeds in water for 3 minutes
– Strain
– Drink it, twice a day

You can use them together to make a tea.

Today, there are preparations of both herbs in capsules. You can find them in a health food store. The dosage is 2-4 capsules 3 times a day. Anyway, you should follow the instructions on the product labels. It is usually to see an increase in supply after using it 3 days.

Please consult a doctor or a professional lactation consultant before using breastfeeding herbal remedies.

Read more information about natural remedies for breast milk.

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