Shatavari for breast feeding mothers 

Shatavari 

Asparagus Racemosus (Satavar, Shatmull) is native from the Indian subcontinent, actually a climber which grows 3ft- 6ft tall. Its beautiful climber producing minute, small, whitish flowers around July & produces blackish purple berry like fruits around September
Shatavari roots are used along with sharkara (i.e. sugar) and Elaichi (Cardamom) in Shatavari kalpa.

Shatavari benefits in increase in milk Supply WHO recommends exclusive breast feeding before 6 months of baby. The only food baby consumes before 6 months of his age is breast milk & it’s wise to think.
About baby’s overall health in initial phase & yes, wise mothers will always think & Search the ways to increase breast milk supply for her cutie pie newbie. It’s no wonder if you are searching to improve milk production & you find Shatavari. From Ancient times, it is used as a medicine to. improve new mothers breast milk supply Nowadays due to nuclear families, hectic lifestyle & stress, women face decrease in milk production, in this situation, it’s very challenging to provide complete and  natural nourishment through breast feeding.
Shatavari, is a beautiful herb, rather queen of herbs as it is known for all benefits it provides for the betterment & Overall health of females. Shatavari kalpa is a dried powder of roots of Asparagus Racemosus. It composition has natural phytoestrogen, tryptophan’s & folic acid. Shatavary increases breastmilk. Phytoestrogens maintains balance in mother’s hormones to improve breast milk production

How Shatavari is beneficial in improving breast milk supply –

Vitamins Under one roof

This herb is a power pack of vitamin A, B1, B2, E,C, Calcium, Magnesium8 folic acid; improving quality of milk in turn better nourishment of newborn.

Hormones balancing 

Shatavari contains phytoestrogens. Phytoestrogen is the protector of female’s vital functions. Its components regulate prolactin- the main hormone for milk production in new mommies.

Galactogogue

Galactogogue is the property that supports milk production, increase milk & activates mammary gland to become more active & functions smoothly, secreting more milk for baby.

Reduces post-partum depression

Estrogen controls part of brain which is mainly responsible for balancing emotions & mind control. As Shatavari has natural phytoestrogen, it reduces past partum depression. Depression, stress affect milk production negatively, thus, it’s very important to consume phytoestrogen through Shatavari. Shatavari maintain good mood of mother making her happy, relaxed in a new phase of her life increasing happy hormones in their body & improving milk quality and milk production. Although, Shatavari is well known for its breastfeeding benefit, its regular consumption improves immunity of a new mom as she is vulnerable to infectious diseases. Being happy, healthy is important for smooth breast milk secretion Shatavari nutritious rich content supports fast post-partum recovery, revitalizes, re-energies, rejuvenates mother more quickly.

Ways to consume Shatavari

1-2 tablespoon Shatavari kalpa can be consumed in a powder form in a glass full of milk, once or twice a day. Easy way to consume Shatavari is with water. It is more effective if consumed empty stomach.

Shatavari Precautions

100 Gms Shatavari has 20,000. Calories, consuming more quantity of Shatavari leads to quick weight gain.

Diabetics – Shatavari kalpa’s sugar content may harm diabetics.
Allergy– It you are allergic to Asparagus- you may develop skin redness or breathing issues.

Shatavari increases urine frequency, if you are already consuming diuretics avoid it. Shatavari is heavy, it elevates cough dosha, if your prakriti is cough “in major, it’s better to avoid Shatavari.

Take away 

Breast milk is AMRIT for infants in their initial phase of life Quality milk supply nourishes baby in all senses. Breast feeding protects mother from major life threatening disease like breast cancer. Breast feeding plays vital role in post-partum recovery, Here comes the role of Shatavari. Shatavari supports lactating mothers for increasing milk production, enhancing new mother nourish their babies more effectively making motherhood joumey more joyful & happy. Breastfeeding-beautiful memory for Life time. (It is advisable to consume Shatavari after consultation with your doctor)