Sonya,

Peppermint is known for anti-galactogogue properties, and 2-3 cups per day is worrisome, at least to me.  A better choice of tea would be fennel (or caraway, or dill, or anise...) all of which are anti-flatulent *and* lactogenic. I don't have any good research on this, only mentions of its reputation/use.  Perhaps you might want to show her these links? Because she will be liable if someone struggles and then learns that they were given anti-galactogogues postpartum by the hospital. If asked, I would recommend at least 3 cups a day to help reduce/suppress lactation. In the one quoted below, the author cautions to use only 1/2 cup "as needed" to deal with engorgement. That should help set a standard....



Lisa



http://kellymom.com/bf/got-milk/herbs_to_avoid/



http://www.lalecheleague.org/nb/nbiss56-09p38.html



https://www.medela.com/breastfeeding/advice/breastfeeding-tips/breast-milk-supply



http://daysisland.com/blogs/blog/11239521-peppermint-oil-using-peppermint-oil-for-decreasing-lactation



http://www.sweetpeabirths.com/upload/Herbs%20and%20natural%20therapies%20for%20pregnancy,%20birth,%20and%20breastfeeding.pdf   Quote: "Herbs known to reduce milk supply are peppermint and sage. To prepare a tea to reduce engorgement, with no affect to milk supply, steep tea only 3-5 minutes and drink only 1/2 cup as needed."



Mohanty, I., Senapati, M., Jena, D., & Behera, P. (2014). Ethnoveterinary importance of herbal galactogogues—a review. Veterinary World, 7(5), 325-330.  ”Antigalactagogue herbs (opposite to herbs with galactagogue properties) Bilberry, Black Walnut, Mugwort, Osha, Parsley leaves, Peppermint oil, Sage  prevent or decrease the secretion of milk..".







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