Spoil Your Baby Ep 28 – Herbs Aren’t Scary, They’re a Lifeline with Sara Chana Silverstein

On today’s episode of the Spoil Your Baby podcast, Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum is joined by master herbalist, certified lactation consultant, doula, and mother of seven, Sara Chana Silverstein. With over 45,000 mothers and babies supported through lactation, Sara Chana brings a wealth of clinical wisdom and heart-centered, holistic care to the table.
Together, they explore the benefits of mixing conventional medicine with herbs, and unravel one of the biggest misconceptions in modern motherhood: that herbs are “unregulated” or unsafe. In truth, when used accurately, these ancient plant allies can be powerful tools to support physical recovery, emotional wellbeing, and postpartum healing.
From calming tinctures like skullcap and motherwort to nourishing teas like nettle and lemon balm, this conversation will shift the way you think about postpartum care. Sara Chana also breaks down why most breastfeeding issues are about baby training, not milk supply—and why modern medicine often misses the mark on long-term maternal health.
This is the episode for every parent who has ever felt dropped after giving birth… and wants to reclaim simple, effective tools for lifelong care.

Key Takeaways:
Herbs like nettle, skullcap, valerian, and motherwort can support pregnancy, postpartum, and emotional wellbeing with minimal risk and maximum impact
Most postpartum recovery protocols in Western medicine are lacking, but herbs offer real solutions for healing, mood, and energy
Kids can safely use herbs, too (think lemon balm popsicles, elderberry tea, and catnip tinctures)
You don’t need to “enrich” your milk, you need to nourish the mother
Safe, trusted herbal brands include: Herbalist & Alchemist, Herb Pharm, and WishGarden

More from Sara Chana:
Website + Free Resources: www.sarachana.com
Moodtopia (for moms) + Moodtopia for Kids (coming soon!)
Instagram @sarachanas: 1-min plant tutorials for busy moms