Drinking tea during pregnancy - which varieties are safe?

2. teas at a glance

3. tea recommendations for pregnant women

• Ginger tea: Good against morning sickness. Up to 6 grams of ginger per day is safe. One to two grams a day can relieve nausea and vomiting.
• Chamomile tea and fennel tea: Calm the stomach and can also reduce nausea. Chamomile tea also promotes relaxation and sleep.
• Rooibos tea: Safe during pregnancy and contains no caffeine.
• Lemon tea: Supports the immune system and provides important vitamins. It is best to use organic lemons.
• Lavender tea: Has a calming and antispasmodic effect, helpful against insomnia and calf cramps.

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4. tips for pregnant women for carefree tea enjoyment

• Prefer organic teas to avoid pesticides.
• Always brew herbal teas with boiling water.
• Teas can also be made from fresh ingredients from the garden.
• Alternate the teas regularly.

5. Pregnancy: be careful with certain types of tea

Some teas should only be consumed with caution during pregnancy due to their specific effects or caffeine content. These include black and green tea as well as raspberry leaf tea, which is only recommended from the 37th week of pregnancy. Peppermint tea should be consumed in moderation, as it can have a labor-promoting effect in large quantities.

6. these teas should be avoided during pregnancy

Watch out: sage tea contains tannin

Despite the relaxing effects of sage tea on the gastrointestinal tract, it is advisable for pregnant women to avoid it. The tannins contained in sage can trigger contractions of the uterus. Sage also contains thujone, a substance that can be toxic in high doses. Sage is also said to have an inhibitory effect on the production of breast milk. It is therefore recommended to avoid sage tea, especially in the last trimester of pregnancy.

7. licorice root during pregnancy - caution with licorice & certain teas

Teas with licorice root are often considered a natural alternative to cough medicines for irritable coughs. The root is also an ingredient in licorice. However, pregnant women should avoid products containing licorice root. The reason for this is the ingredient glycyrrhizin, which could increase the permeability of the placenta and expose the foetus to large amounts of stress hormones. If you have a very irritating cough and are considering using licorice root tea, it is advisable to consult your doctor beforehand.

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8 Why pregnancy teas?

Pregnancy te as - these are carefully composed tea blends designed to meet the specific needs of expectant mothers. Enriched with a selection of fruits, these herbal blends not only provide essential nutrients, but also help to alleviate typical complaints during pregnancy.

Depending on their composition, some of these teas are suitable for the entire duration of pregnancy, while others are specifically intended for the first, second or - in the case of raspberry leaf - the third trimester. The classic ingredients include:

• Raspberry leaves, if applicable
• Yarrow
• apple
• Rosehip
• elderberry
• ginger
• Lemon balm
• camomile
• Lady's mantle

These ingredients allow pregnancy teas to fall into two categories: medicinal teas and indulgent teas, both tailored to the needs of pregnant women. Discover how these teas can give you a sense of well-being during your pregnancy.

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