Safety Status:Trying to Conceive: SafePregnancy: LimitedBreastfeeding: Safe What We Know: Lavender tea is made from the flowers of Lavandula angustifolia and is primarily known for its calming, anxiolytic, and mild sedative properties. It contains bioactive compounds including linalool, linalyl acetate, and various flavonoids that contribute to its therapeutic effects. For those trying to conceive, lavender…

Safety Status:  Trying to Conceive: Safe  Pregnancy: Limited  Breastfeeding: Limited What We Know: Echinacea tea is made from the roots and aerial parts of plants in the Echinacea genus, primarily Echinacea purpurea, Echinacea angustifolia, and Echinacea pallida. It contains various bioactive compounds including alkamides, phenolic acids, flavonoids, and polysaccharides, and is commonly used to support…

Safety Status:  Trying to Conceive: Safe  Pregnancy: Avoid  Breastfeeding: Limited What We Know: Hibiscus tea is made from the calyces (sepals) of Hibiscus sabdariffa, also known as roselle or red sorrel. It has a tart, cranberry-like flavor and contains organic acids, anthocyanins, polyphenols, and flavonoids that contribute to its antioxidant properties and potential health benefits.…

Safety Status:  Trying to Conceive: Safe  Pregnancy: Limited  Breastfeeding: Safe What We Know: Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is an herb from the mint family known for its calming and mild sedative properties. It contains bioactive compounds including rosmarinic acid, flavonoids, and monoterpenes that contribute to its anxiolytic effects and is commonly used in both teas…

Safety Status:  Trying to Conceive: Safe  Pregnancy: Limited  Breastfeeding: Safe What We Know: Fennel tea is prepared from the seeds of Foeniculum vulgare, an herb with a distinctive licorice-like flavor. It contains various bioactive compounds including anethole, estragole, and fenchone, and has traditionally been used to aid digestion, reduce bloating, and alleviate gas. For those…

Safety Status:  Trying to Conceive: Safe  Pregnancy: Limited  Breastfeeding: Safe What We Know: Dandelion tea is made from the roots or leaves of Taraxacum officinale and has been used traditionally for its potential benefits for liver health, digestion, and as a natural diuretic. It contains various bioactive compounds including terpenoids, flavonoids, and phenolic acids. For…

Safety Status:  Trying to Conceive: Safe  Pregnancy: Limited  Breastfeeding: Safe What We Know: Nettle tea is made from the leaves of Urtica dioica (stinging nettle), a plant rich in vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds including flavonoids, lignans, and phenolic acids. It has been traditionally used to address inflammation, allergies, and as a nutritive tonic. For…

Safety Status:  Trying to Conceive: Safe Pregnancy: Safe  Breastfeeding: Safe What We Know: Rooibos tea (Aspalathus linearis) is a caffeine-free herbal tea native to South Africa. Unlike true teas, it is not derived from the Camellia sinensis plant, making it naturally free of caffeine. Rooibos contains antioxidants including aspalathin and nothofagin, and is known for…

Safety Status:  Trying to Conceive: Safe  Pregnancy: Limited  Breastfeeding: Safe What We Know: Raspberry leaf tea is made from the leaves of the red raspberry plant (Rubus idaeus) and has been traditionally used for women’s reproductive health. It contains flavonoids, tannins, and alkaloids that may affect the uterine muscles. During pregnancy, raspberry leaf tea has…

Safety Status:  Trying to Conceive: Safe  Pregnancy: Safe  Breastfeeding: Safe What We Know: Ginger tea is made from the root of Zingiber officinale and has been used for centuries to address digestive issues, nausea, and inflammation. It’s particularly well-studied for its antiemetic (anti-nausea) properties. During pregnancy, ginger is one of the most researched herbal remedies…