Motherhood: It’s the ultimate extreme sport. It’s beautiful, messy, hilarious and exhausting, sometimes all before breakfast. Whether you’re new to newborn nights, navigating toddler tantrums or running a full-time taxi service for your teen, one thing’s for sure: every mom deserves some serious support.
Herbal holistic remedies for moms
For generations, herbs have been the unsung heroes, helping to boost energy, tame stress and offer that much needed recovery when life (and motherhood) gets downright wild. Whether you’re surviving a 2 a.m. feeding frenzy, running on cold coffee and a prayer, or dreaming of an uninterrupted night out with actual grown-ups, trust us, there’s an herb for that.
1. For supporting milk flow†: Fenugreek & goat’s rue
Breastfeeding is often called a labor of love, and for good reason. While it is a natural process, maintaining a healthy milk supply doesn’t always come easily. This is where traditional herbs like fenugreek and goat’s rue can be powerful allies.
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) has been used for centuries across the Middle East and Asia to naturally encourage milk production. Modern research suggests that fenugreek may help by support sweat gland activity, which is closely tied to milk duct function. Fenugreek is also nutrient dense, helping to support healthy milk as well as support supply.†
Goat’s rue (Galega officinalis) is another historic favorite. It’s thought to support healthy breast tissue, making it a helpful companion in the early days of nursing or during growth spurts. For those who cannot tolerate fenugreek, goat’s rue is a great alternative. They can also be used simultaneously for deeper support.
Daily Tip: Consistency is key! Adding a liquid herbal blend or single tincture to your water bottle is an easy, natural way to nourish your milk flow throughout the day.
2. For easing stress†: Scullcap & linden
The “mental load” of motherhood is real. Even when you’re sitting still, your brain can be doing laps. Thankfully, these two gentle, time-tested herbs, scullcap and linden, can help you slow the spin.†
Scullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) is a soothing nervine herb, traditionally used to support a sense of calm without causing drowsiness. Studies suggest scullcap can help soothe restlessness and calms the nervous system by supporting the body’s GABA receptors, the same system involved in relaxation.†
Linden (Tilia cordata), often made into soothing teas in Europe, is a lovely herb that supports relaxation and a gentle wind-down after busy days. Consuming linden in the evening helps set your system up for rejuvenating sleep.†
Daily Tip: Try setting a “calm-down alarm” on your phone in the evenings, a reminder to take some time to decompress, brew a pot of tea or take a stress-relieving herbal extract.
3. For supporting natural energy†: Milky oat tops & yerba mate
If “mom tired” were a scientific category, it would deserve its own study! Sometimes you need a quick boost of energy without the crash, jitters or feeling wired at bedtime.
Milky oat tops (Avena sativa) are a gentle, nourishing herb traditionally used to support the nervous system and promote healthy adrenal function, the body’s “stress adaptation” center. Long-term use of milky oat tops may help maintain balanced cortisol production helping to energize you in the morning when you need it most, while also supporting restorative sleep at night.†
Yerba mate (Ilex paraguariensis) offers a smoother lift. Rich in natural caffeine, theobromine and polyphenols, yerba mate provides sustained energy without the harsh spikes and crashes associated with coffee. It’s also known to naturally support your mood.†
Daily Tip: Swap your cup (or several cups) of coffee for a hot or iced yerba mate brew in the afternoon to stay energized and focused without wrecking your sleep cycle.
4. For supporting deep, restorative sleep†: Hops & passionflower
Every mom deserves truly restorative sleep to recharge her body and mind after long, demanding days. When racing thoughts and tension make it difficult to unwind at bedtime, hops and passionflower offer gentle, natural support.†
Hops (Humulus lupulus) have been valued for centuries for deep sleep support. Traditionally used in herbal pillows and bedtime teas, hops contain compounds that support brain receptors associated with relaxation and quality sleep.†
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) complements hops perfectly. It’s particularly helpful for quieting an overactive mind, easing occasional nervous tension and encouraging the deep, restorative sleep phases essential for true rejuvenation.†
Daily Tip: Take an herbal tincture blend 30-45 minutes before bedtime to help your body transition naturally into sleep mode.
5. For helping your body rebound†: Burdock & prickly pear
Let’s be honest: enjoying a night out with friends or a few glasses of wine can be exactly what you need, but waking up refreshed the next day? That’s where herbs like burdock and prickly pear shine as natural allies.
Burdock root (Arctium lappa) has been traditionally used to support liver health and natural detoxification processes, helping your body efficiently process and clear what you consumed during your much-needed evening out.†
Prickly pear (Opuntia ficus-indica) is packed with free radical scavengers and flavonoids that combat oxidative stress, making it perfect for supporting your body’s recovery after social indulgences while helping you maintain clarity and energy for the next day.†
Daily Tip: Take an herbal blend before you drink and the morning after to stay refreshed and alert.
Motherhood’s herbal allies
Motherhood looks different for each of us, but one truth remains: you can’t pour from an empty cup. These herbs aren’t just nice-to-haves; they’re your secret weapons in the daily marathon of motherhood. Whether you’re boosting milk supply, finding calm after tantrums, powering through on no sleep, sinking into deep rest or recovering from a rare night out, you’re creating a sustainable way to thrive with herbal remedies in your tool kit.†
†These statements have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
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