spleen, and bone marrow to needy tissues, the reproductive organs in particular. In
pregnancy, tea made from the leaves is good for nausea. Its action on the uterus assists
contractions and checks hemorrhage during labor and delivery. After delivery, it
strengthens and cleanses the system and enriches the mother's milk supply. Raspberry leaf
tea helps stimulate and promote normal menstrual function.Steep 1 tablespoon fresh or dried leaves to one cup boiled water, or 1 cut leaf to 1 quart
boiled water for at least 5 minutes. Drink liberally throughout pregnancy, lactation and the
menstrual cycle. Raspberry leaves can be mixed with other berry plants or with mint or
honey to improve the taste and medicinal action.The lukewarm tea in combination with slippery elm can be used as a douche for
leukorrhea (whitish discharge) of vaginitis or menopause.PARTRIDGEBERRY: noon kie oo nah yeah, noisy foot
This berry was not generally used for food by humans, but was used by the women as an
excellent tonic for the female reproductive area. Partridgeberry is a uniquely native
american plant. It was called "Squaw vine" by colonists who saw Indian women using it,
and it continues to be called that by people who don't know the meaning of the derogatory
word "squaw."An infusion, or tea, of the entire plant is used several weeks before childbirth (do not use
during the 1st or 2nd trimesters), and can be used after delivery during breastfeeding. It is
a female regulator and tonic and can be used for all uterine complaints.Partridgeberry contains resin, mucilage, dextrin and saponin in birthing medicine, but it
cannot be used liberally and must be prepared only by a knowledgeable person.
Partridgeberry salve for sore or cracked nipples:- Cover 1 ounce whole plant with 1 pint oil (wheatgerm or olive
oil) - Bake at 350 degrees for 2-4 hours.
- Remove plant parts from oil.
- Melt beeswax in the remaining oil and plant mixture and mix.
- Put in container and allow to cool.
It should be a creamy ointment. If it is too stiff, heat again and add oil; if it is too thin,
reheat and add beeswax.Native Foods -- Katsi Cook on Women's Uses of Berries
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