Postpartum Evening Tea for Rest & Emotional Balance
The evenings in early postpartum can feel tender; your body is tired, your hormones are shifting, and the demands of the day start to settle into your nervous system. That’s why I make this Postpartum Evening Tea Blend for my clients. It’s a calming cup to help you unwind, exhale, and feel held before drifting off to rest.
This tea isn’t just about relaxation it’s a blend that supports hormone balancing, nervous system regulation, and emotional grounding during a time when you need it most.
☕ Ingredients:
Lemon Balm
Lavender
Chamomile
Oat Straw
Here’s why these ingredients are the perfect nighttime companions for your postpartum healing journey.
🍋 Lemon Balm
Lemon balm is known as “the gladdening herb” for a reason. It’s a gentle nervine that lifts mood, reduces anxiety, and supports restful sleep. It also has antiviral and digestive benefits which is perfect for the tender postpartum gut.
Studies show lemon balm can significantly reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality (Cases et al., 2011, Phytomedicine), making it a beautiful ally for postpartum emotional health.
💜 Lavender
Lavender is one of the most well-researched herbs for calming the mind and body. It can ease tension, reduce cortisol levels, and promote deeper, more restorative sleep. Its gentle floral aroma also makes it a sensory anchor for winding down.
Lavender has been shown to improve sleep and reduce symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety (Yunesian et al., 2017, Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Sciences).
🌼 Chamomile
Chamomile is a soothing powerhouse. It helps quiet the nervous system, ease digestive discomfort, and calm frayed emotions. It's especially helpful in moments of overwhelm or emotional sensitivity.
Chamomile has been found to have mild sedative effects and may significantly reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression (Amsterdam et al., 2009, Journal of Clinical Psychopharmacology).
🌾 Oat Straw
Also featured in the morning blend, oat straw continues to be a nourishing support at night because it is rich in calcium, magnesium, and B vitamins. It promotes nervous system resilience and helps the body wind down without sedation.
Studies show oat compounds support stress regulation and cognitive function (Kennedy et al., 2010, Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine), ideal for those middle-of-the-night wake-ups and emotional swings.
🌙 A Ritual of Rest
This evening blend is more than tea, it’s a daily invitation to soften into your body, slow your breath, and remember that rest is part of your healing.
Let this be your bedtime ritual: warm mug in hand, lights low, a moment just for you.
