Chamomile Tea and Pregnancy
The bottom line is chamomile tea should be avoided during pregnancy. Various herbs have different effects on the pregnant mother to be, and these effects are passed through the mother to the baby. It is really important to be aware of the different foods you eat and what you drink while you are pregnant. Health Canada recently issued a statement that Chamomile Tea can have harmful effects on the uterus and should not be consumed if you are pregnant. 
So the bottom line is no chamomile tea! Chamomile Tea and pregnancy just don't mix.
Pregnancy & drinking tea or coffee is something that requires caution. Health Canada has approved the following types of herbal tea during pregnancy:
None of the above teas actually contain tea. They are all herbal teas or infusions that have been noted as a safe tea during pregnancy. Chamomile tea and pregnancy should be avoided.
There are teas on the market that are herbal teas that actually support your pregnancy. Preganancy Teas are custom blended with herbs that help in different aspects of your pregnancy. From toning the uterus, to providing critical minerals and nutrition for both mom and baby. If you are looking for a tea to incorporate into your pregnancy, you may want to check some of these teas out.
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Black tea, green tea and other types of tea derived from the camellia sinensis all contain caffeine.
Caffeine and Pregnancy
Caffeine is to be avoided as much as possible during pregnancy. Removing caffeine from your tea is not that difficult to do, and all women who think they are pregnant should know how to do this. Learn More about Decaffienating your Own Tea.....
While you may miss Chamomiles effects of warm sleepy bliss, please avoid chamomile tea during your pregnancy.
I hope you found this information useful, and have a healthy happy pregnancy.
Tea and Pregnancy Articles
Here are some other tea and pregnancy pages on our site you may find useful:
- More Chamomile Tea Information
- Green Tea and Pregnancy Information
- Herbal Tea and Pregnancy Information
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