Raspberry Leaf has a long history as a "womens" herb.

Raspberry leaf is believed to be a uterine tonic with other postnatal benefits, including breastmilk production and recovery from childbirth.

Women use raspberry leaf in the weeks leading up to labour (start drinking after 36 weeks), believing it may help them to have a shorter, easier labour. There’s not a great deal of research about raspberry leaf for labour, however there is one older study from 2001. Researchers found there was no difference with the first stage of labour (contractions), however the second stage of labour (pushing) was shorter amongst the raspberry leaf group, as well as significantly reduced use of forceps (19.3% vs. 30.4%).

Some women enjoy drinking raspberry leaf tea, whereas others don’t like the taste. If you don't enjoy the taste on its own it is easy to mix with other herbal teas, especially fruit ones.

USE

Pour 1 cup of boiling water over a table spoon of raspberry leaf tea. Cover and steep for 5-10 minutes, strain and drink. Using a coffee plunger to prepare the tea in can be helpful.