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Black Cohosh Root
Blue Cohosh Root
Ginger Root
Birthroot

This tincture can be used to initiate labor, re-start a stalled labor, soften the cervix, and to expel the placenta. It contains Blue Cohosh, Black Cohosh, Lobelia and Ginger Root. The Blue Cohosh encourages the uterus to begin contracting, and increases the force of the contractions. The Black Cohosh helps the uterus to contract in a coordinated and effective way. Black Cohosh also will help soften and ripen the cervix. The Ginger Root focuses energy in the pelvic area, and increases the energy available to the uterus. Lobelia will help relax and soften the cervix and is a favorite of midwives for eliminating cervical lip or rim.  (For women who are already in active labor and who have a cervical lip or rim, it is advised to use plain Lobelia rather than Labor Tincture, as Labor Tincture has herbs that may intensify or increase the contractions.  Please see Lobelia at this link for further info and instructions on its use.   

FURTHER NOTE: Black and Blue Cohosh are most effective when used together, such as in this combination.

Recommended use: Take 1/2 dropperful (15 drops) under the tongue every half-hour until contractions begin. Contractions will build slowly; do not discontinue until they become regular. If this isn't enough to produce results, you may increase either the dosage or take every 15 minutes, depending on how it's working for you (i.e. if you're getting contractions, but they subside quickly, take the tincture more often. If you're not feeling any contractions at all, you may want to slightly increase the dosage. See how your body reacts, as every body and situation is different, and proceed accordingly.). Using a breastpump in conjunction with the Labor Tincture will further increase the likelihood of starting contractions and labor.  If no effect is noticed within 4-6 hours, discontinue and try again tomorrow. It is recommended that you always start this procedure with sleep and a good meal behind you on the off-chance that it would start labor immediately. Generally, it takes 2-3 days for labor to really begin, although some could go into labor rather quickly, and for others it may take longer than the usual 2-3 days.

Please also monitor your blood pressure carefully as Blue Cohosh, in extremely rare cases, can have an effect upon it (it may either raise or lower it). Symptoms would include (but not be limited to) headache, ringing in the ears, lightheadedness or dizziness. If you experience any of these things, discontinue use and drink lots of water to flush your system. The herbs do not stay in your system for long, (which is why the frequent dosing) and your blood pressure should go back to normal quickly. If it does not, contact your health care provider for further instructions.  This tincture would not be recommended for those with existing high blood pressure.  The Lobelia may cause nausea, but the Ginger would help to counteract it if that does occur.  (Please keep in mind that nausea and vomiting is common during labor and is typically a normal part of the labor process.  Excessive vomiting should be brought to the attention of your health care provider however.)