Given that there is such conflicting information about the risks of using peppermint, especially as it doesn't really address the issue of sluggish bowels anyway, it seems prudent to offer better options, such as slippery elm, although magnesium is the most effective treatment I know of for that purpose.

Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2016 20:46:25 -0500
From: Sonya Myles <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Peppermint tea

Hi there

Wondering if anyone can help. Recently the nurses where I work have started recommending peppermint tea for post c-section moms as a way to reduce gas and increase comfort. When I suggested that this might not be a good idea due to potentially decreasing their milk supply, I was told I was extreme in my approach and surely a few cups of tea won't hurt. Generally these moms are drinking 2 to 3 cups a day for 2 to 5 days. So, my question is, are there any studies showing how much peppermint is needed to decrease milk supply? I suggested a nice green tea instead, but peppermint seems to remain the flavour of the day, and I would hate to think we are setting up these moms for a lower supply before they even leave the hospital. 

thanks in advance for your help
Sonya


Jennifer Tow, BFA, MA, IBCLC, RLC, OMT Intuitive Parenting Network, LLC










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