T O O L B O X: supplemental support
An abortion is a whole-body experience.
Alongside abortion pills & painkillers, your doula is here to support your mind, heart, body,
and soul in whatever way you need. We've also created meditations, journal prompts, spiritual considerations, lists of supportive herbs, and more to help you in this journey.
HERBAL
SPIRITUAL
CHECKLIST
H E R B A L
Herbs are a wonderful gift we have available to us on this planet. We do not recommend using herbs instead of abortion pills, but as an intentional support alongside the medication we know is safe and effective. Using them as teas, in baths, steaming rituals, and food are all ways one can include herbs into your abortion process. This is a simple list to get you started.
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For Pain Relief & Nausea:
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Ginger, Peppermint, Mugwort
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Golden milk (anti-inflammatory): Turmeric powder, milk, honey, black pepper, warming spices (cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, etc.)
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For Soothing Anxiety & Depression:
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Chamomile, Linden, Lemon Balm, Orange Blossom, Eucalyptus
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Skullcap, St. John's Wort (these often interact negatively with SSRIs, check with your doctor before using)
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For Nourishing & Support: ​
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Nettles, Red Clover, Red Raspberry Leaf, White Peony, Hawthorne
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Cacao powder (nourishing super food): blend with warm milk & honey
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