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Hello again! I am wondering if anyone here has tried Shatavari in place of domperidone, and if so, how did it work for you? I've read really promising research on it. I'm just wondering because I'm about to start the accelerated protocol, but I have to wait to get the domperidone. While I am waiting, would it be good to take Shatavari and Goat's Rue, and then start the accelerated protocol with Loestrin (Microgestin) and domperidone when the dom arrives? I'm very eager to get the ball rolling. Thanks!
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Hmmm never heard of Shatavari. Can you elaborate on that?
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WOW~ Came here to ask the same question about Shatavari. I have been reading more and more about it and wondered if anyone had anything to comment.
Hopefully someone some information and we'll learn something new.
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Hi Danielle, I see we're thinking along the same lines then! Shatavari is an herbal galactagogue and supposed to be comparable to domperidone in increasing lactation. Here's a site with a little info: http://www.lowmilksupply.org/shatavari.shtmlAlso, you can do a Google search with the terms "Shatavari lactation" and come up with many sites. I was just wondering if it would be good to start on that and Goat's Rue while waiting on the domperidone. I know domperidone is also used in treating gastric disorders... does anyone know its affect on gallbladder disease and spastic colon (also known as IBS)? Looks like it might actually be helpful, but I'm a little wary, nonetheless.
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I have heard Lenore mention Shatavari. But I don't really have any info on it. Redhorn I am also not sure about the type of BCP you are planning to take. The recommended are Ortho 35 or Yasmin they need to have the right mix of hormones in them.
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I would love to have Lenores input on this. When she has the time to pop in and chat. Oh Lenore my dear come out come out where ever you are????
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What about Microgestin, is that ok? It's listed under the accelerated protocol I believe. Is Microgestin the generic form of Loestrin? I do also have an Rx for the progesterone 'mini-pill' if I need extra progesterone. I am not sure if my doc will give me a script for Yasmin.
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And thanks for all the replies! ~~Cara R.
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Does anyone know which Microgestin BCP is suggested for the protocol? I have some Microgestin 1/20 on hand but I'm not sure if it's the right one. I admit I am a bit scared to try Yasmin after all the side effects I've read that it can cause. I am not sure how my body will react to it. I have a history of terrible migraines. I am open to taking Microgestin with extra progesterone if need be, and taking Shatavari with it until the domperidone arrives. Any suggestions?
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the 20on the Microgestin BCP is not enough. This one is 1/20 you need 1/35. This one does not have enough estrogen.
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