Description
Mother’s Gold is an herbal blend designed to support lactation. Formulated by a registered dietitian, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, master herbalist, and mother, Amelia Schendel, RD, IBCLC, MH, it has been used by many mothers to support lactation* when:
- breastfeeding a baby that is just learning to nurse
- helping an infant gain necessary weight
- producing milk for a premature infant
- nursing multiples or an adopted baby
- helping a mother to relactate
- helping mothers who are going back to work or school and who need to protect their milk supply
- promoting flow when a mother’s milk is slow in transitioning or “coming in”
Suggested use: To support lactation*, take 1 teaspoon 4 times a day, or as directed by your doctor or lactation consultant. May be taken in small amounts of water or juice. Increase or decrease as needed.
Not for use during pregnancy.
Ingredients:
Organic Fenugreek, Organic Marshmallow root, Organic Shatavari root, Wild Crafted Blessed Thistle, Organic Fennel seed, Organic Plantain.
Also contains: Glycerin and honey.
Disclaimer: Mother’s Gold is not intended to replace effective breastfeeding management. Rather, it should be used as a key part of a complete breastfeeding protocol. Mother’s Gold is not guaranteed to work for every mother.
*These statements and this product have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, nor is there an intention to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
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