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For those that are taking Evening Primrose, Black Cohosh

michelfrogmichelfrog
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I have an induction in two weeks and my midwife suggested taking the oil and cohosh to help soften my cervix. What dosage are you taking daily of Evening Primrose & Black Cohosh?  Also, are your taking oil vaginally or oral?  Are you taking red raspberry leaf as well? 

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Re: For those that are taking Evening Primrose, Black Cohosh

  • BonzerBonzer

    you should really do your own research on black cohosh. Its' very dangerous and not really recommended unless as a complete last resort. and should NEVER be done before 40 weeks.

    I take 1000 mg of EPO orally and will start 1000MG vaginally next week

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  • kimberlyk921kimberlyk921
    i would ask your midwife how much you should take, i know it's considered "natural" but when it comes to vitamins or medicine i would definitely consult a professional...just my opinion.
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  • shainababygirlshainababygirl

    I'm using 1000-2000 mgs of EPO.

    Not taking any Black Cohash, or Red Raspberry Leaf Tea. 

    I'm 4 cms and 70% effaced as of last Tuesday... but I was 3 cms and 50% effaced before taking ANYTHING. 

    I take 1000mgs orally and 1000mg vaginally.

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  • thetwistedwillowthetwistedwillow member

    You can take EPO by mouth after 34 weeks and vaginally after 36 weeks.

    I take 2000mg of EPO by mouth and 2000mg vaginally at bedtime. Wear a pad as you may get some leakage, if you aren't wearing pads already.

    Don't know anything about Black Cohosh.

    Raspberry Leaf Tea doesn't induce labor. It merely helps with contractions, perhaps shortening labor length and post partum bleeding. I drink as much tea I want everyday. My midwife told me to drink a pint but I don't think I drink that much. 

    ETA- my midwife told me how much to take! I would consult your midwife on exactly how much they want you to take and how they want you to take it (by mouth or vaginally).

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  • Tonya_GTonya_G member
    Right now, I'm taking 2 EPO pills orally- at 36w I'll add 2 vaginally. I'm drinking red raspberry leaf tea once a day (I know it's not the 2-3 cups recommended, but, I don't have time to make it at work, so the evenings at home is pretty much it.). I'm not going near the Black Cohosh- I thought that was for later on, b/c it can stimulate contrax? I'm also accosting my husband on an every other day basis right now... I want this kid to come out on her own so I can avoid induction.
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