What do we know about raspberry leaf?

Background: Midwives and women have been using raspberry leaf (Rubus idaeus) to help birth since at least the 6th Century. Recent surveys tell us that raspberry leaf use is still prevalent all over the world. Research from Melbourne identified that over a third of Australian women are taking herbal supplements to help their birth, with the most common being Raspberry Leaf. While there is a long history of anecdotal use, women are taking Raspberry Leaf in their pregnancy without any clinical evidence for efficacy or safety.

Source: Women and Birth - August 31, 2019 Category: Midwifery Authors: Rebekah Bowman, Deborah Davis, Sally Ferguson, Jan Taylor Tags: O57 Source Type: research