Article: Are herbs safe for growing bellies and breast feeding babies? Yes, say herbalists Maria Muscarella and Nikki Solomon, who show you how to find the helpful and avoid the hazardous.

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Pregnancy is a tender, beautiful time of growth and bonding between mom and baby. It's the perfect time to begin nurturing yourself, if you aren't already. Pregnant women will often look to herbs to help maintain good health and decrease the need for medical interventions during these nine months. But, taking herbs during pregnancy can cause concern for many new mothers. Natural remedies don't necessarily mean harmless remedies. In fact, they can be very potent! So, what is safe for mom and her growing baby?

There is a general lack of scientific evidence on the safety of herb use during pregnancy, and for good reason: nobody wants ...

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