[ozmidwifery] fenugreek

2007-02-13 Thread gypsymidwife
Dear All Just wondering if someone can help me with the therapeutic dose of fenugreek. I have heard it 's amazing to increase milk supply but as it says nothing of this on the bottle, I would like to know if others have had experience with its use. Thanks in advance. Catherine Pearson.

Re: [ozmidwifery] fenugreek

2007-02-13 Thread Jo Watson
AM, gypsymidwife wrote: Dear All Just wondering if someone can help me with the therapeutic dose of fenugreek. I have heard it 's amazing to increase milk supply but as it says nothing of this on the bottle, I would like to know if others have had experience with its use. Thanks in advance

Re: [ozmidwifery] fenugreek

2007-02-13 Thread Jo Bourne
I have had adverse reactions to fenugreek every time I have tried it and when I spoke to my homeopath about it she actually said she never recommends it herself because it seems rather innocuous but is actually quite a powerful diuretic and blood thinner and can cause exactly the problems

Re: [ozmidwifery] fenugreek

2007-02-13 Thread Kim Hunter
Hi Catherine, Can you please post this message to the new list. I have some information on Fenugreek also but need to find it, I'll reply to your post on the new list. Regards Kim - Kim Hunter Step Two Designs Pty Ltd Intranets / Usability

RE: [ozmidwifery] fenugreek

2007-02-13 Thread Kristin Beckedahl
zmidwifery@acegraphics.com.auSubject: [ozmidwifery] fenugreekDate: Wed, 14 Feb 2007 08:45:16 +1000 Dear All Just wondering if someone can help me with the therapeutic dose of fenugreek. I have heard it 's amazing to increase milk supply but as it says nothing of this on the bottle, I would like to know if other

Re: [ozmidwifery] fenugreek

2007-02-13 Thread Kim Hunter
Hi Catherine Fenugreek has definitely been known for helping in the production of breastmilk. There are a few problems with it though, especially in women who are oestrogen dominant. In these women, too much fenugreek causes breasts too enlarge and in some cases it is very painful

[ozmidwifery] Fenugreek.

2003-01-31 Thread Maternity Ward Mareeba Hospital
I have lost my brochure on fenugreek and need the info. Can anyone help me with relevant information? Thanks Judy ** This e-mail, including any attachments sent with it, is confidential and for the sole use of the intended

Re: [ozmidwifery] Fenugreek.

2003-01-31 Thread Alesa Koziol
is usually seen within 72 hours. Hope this helps Cheers Alesa Alesa Koziol Clinical Midwifery Educator Melbourne - Original Message - From: Maternity Ward Mareeba Hospital [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, February 01, 2003 10:51 AM Subject: [ozmidwifery] Fenugreek. I

Re: [ozmidwifery] Fenugreek.

2003-01-31 Thread Deliverywoman
Just a note to remember with fenugreek - It is not advised to be taken by diabetics as it interferes with blood sugars. And as I found out the hardway can also be passed to babe. I was taking fenugreek approx. a week prior to due date as I had a history of b/f problems, but babe on day 2 started

Re: Fenugreek

2002-04-11 Thread Kleimar
I have been advised previously that it increases milk production: it was recommended for a client of mine who had had previous breast reduction surgery and subsequent delayed onset of lactation, it was definetly beneficial for my client (as well as determination etc.). marilyn -- This mailing

Re: Fenugreek

2002-04-11 Thread Lyle Burgoyne
Hi, we use fenugreek often in our unit with good results.The studies indicate a minimum of 3 grams a day is reqired for any effect ,ie to maintain supply. To increase supply up to 6 grams is required , these doses are usually divided up and given tds with meals,ie 2grams with breakfast lunch