Pregnancy & Postpartum
Herbal support from the first trimester through the fourth
Many people think there are no herbal options in pregnancy.
Years of careful analysis of traditional use, human studies, animal research, case reports, plant chemistry and each herb’s effects on the uterus mean I feel confident making safety-checked herbal recommendations. We are always conservative and put the health of you and your baby first, and there are helpful plants that relieve symptoms and support the process of building a baby.
Every trimester, and the fourth
Virtual consults, worldwide
What we work on
Preparing for pregnancy
Nutrient stores and cycle health in the months before conception.
Nausea & food aversions
Morning sickness and food aversions.
Sleep & heartburn
Heartburn, reflux, restless legs and broken sleep.
Birth recovery
Perineal and pelvic floor recovery after birth.
Milk supply & feeding
Low or uneven supply, clogged ducts and sore nipples.
Depletion & mood after birth
Exhaustion and mood changes in the months after birth.
Cassidy took a balanced approach to help me reach my goals without relying on the rigidity and shame of an all-or-nothing mindset.
My approach
Pregnancy and breastfeeding safety is my specialty. Every herb in your formula is checked against my 213-herb safety database for your stage, from the first trimester through weaning, and your plan changes as you do.
Your plan can include:
- Herbal teas and tinctures for your stage
- Food and nutrient support
- Rest and recovery routines
- Support for feeding
Common questions
Is it safe to take herbs while pregnant?
Some herbs have a long record of safe use in pregnancy and others are contraindicated, so safety comes from matching the herb and the amount to your trimester. I check every herb against my 213-herb pregnancy and breastfeeding safety database before it goes in your formula.
Can I take herbs while breastfeeding?
Many people take herbs while breastfeeding when they work with a clinical herbalist who checks how each herb passes into milk and affects your baby. Your formula is built around your baby’s age and your supply, and it changes as feeding does.
Can I work with you alongside my midwife or OB?
Yes. The work is complementary to your prenatal and postpartum care, and I’ll tell you when something calls for your midwife or OB. I don’t diagnose, prescribe, or treat medical conditions.
What if my mood feels off after birth?
Mood shifts in the first two weeks after birth are common, and herbal support can sit alongside your other care. If low mood lasts longer than two weeks, or you have thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, contact your doctor or midwife right away, or call your local emergency number.
Work with me
A written wellness plan and a custom herbal formula, built around your health history and your stage.
New client consult, 60 minutes, $150. Virtual, with clients worldwide.
For the weeks after birth, the postpartum herbal care package brings a recovery tincture, a mineral-rich tea and a sitz bath blend, formulated for you from a short questionnaire.
