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The top three herbs (for her AND for him) that promote healthy conception by safely and naturally stimulating hormones for optimal fertility.
It’s no secret that couples these days are having an increasingly difficult time conceiving.
Even young women in their twenties who should have no trouble in this area are sometimes finding it a challenge to let nature take its course.
In a concerning turn of events, the White House issued a warning in October 2025 about declining US fertility, labeling the situation a “national security threat”. (1)
When considering how to address the problem, a healthy pre-pregnancy and pregnancy diet is clearly a critical part of unassisted, natural reproduction with eating traditional foods known for millennia to promote fertility, Job #1.
It is a lesser-known fact that fertility herbs can play a huge role in this area. Ancestral societies knew this and employed herbal assistance as needed.
It is often a simple and very straightforward process to facilitate pregnancy using these safe and time tested plants to balance female and male hormones and libido.
Fertility herbs are also helpful in nourishing the body and female reproductive system, which in turn helps to relax the entire nervous system to facilitate conception.
Do you know how doctors are often prone to say to couples having trouble conceiving that the woman just “needs to relax”?
While this is an irritating comment for any woman to hear, using fertility herbs in a smart and strategic way might help this happen by doing exactly that!
Best Fertility Herbs
Note that these powerful fertility herbs work most effectively in the absence of any structural problems within the reproductive system.
Hence, it is best to discuss the resolution of issues such as endometriosis, fibroids or blocked fallopian tubes with your practitioner first if you suspect an issue in this area.
Stinging Nettle
Nettle is my most favorite all around fertility herb.
Not only does it tone and nourish the uterus, but it also promotes the strengthening of the kidneys and adrenal glands. If you are or have ever been a coffee drinker, this herb is for you!
One, two, or even more cups per day of this high mineral tea (suggested brand I’ve used for decades) which is also loaded with chlorophyll (a safe, gentle detoxifier) for several months goes a long way toward preparing a woman’s body for pregnancy and sustaining the embryo once conception occurs.
Nettle tea is also fantastic for preparing for the baby’s birth as it is extremely high in Vitamin K1, which allows Mom peace of mind knowing that her newborn baby’s blood will already contain an ample amount as small amounts DO pass the placenta (no need for the toxic Vitamin K shot at birth).
Continuing to drink nettle tea while breastfeeding promotes successful lactation and a copious milk supply as well!
Hint: Nettle facilitates a smooth, symptom-free menopause too! It is helpful for all stages of life, as it turns out!
A nettle infusion also helps with allergy relief from seasonal pollen issues as a bonus because it is a natural anti-histamine.
Red Clover
Red clover is an excellent fertility herb primarily due to the high amounts of calcium and magnesium. These two minerals are believed to be of high importance in affecting a woman’s ability to conceive.
Red clover (suggested brand) contains every single trace element needed by the glandular system.
As such, this alkalizing herb is probably the single most effective plant used for balancing of the conception hormones.
Balancing the body acid/alkaline pH and thereby the uterus pH goes a long way toward favoring conception.
Brew your red clover tea along with peppermint or another type of mint if you prefer. This acts as a sexual stimulant.
To make a powerful infusion of these herbs in combination, follow the following steps:
- Measure one ounce of red clover and a teaspoon of peppermint. Organic, loose tea brands are recommended.
- Steep in one quart of hot filtered water for 4 hours.
- Ensure the lid is tightly fastened to contain the steam.
- Drink this mixture as desired once it has cooled down.
- Refrigerate in a glass jar with a secure lid for up to 4 days.
Red Raspberry
Red Raspberry leaves, particularly the wild kind, are very high in calcium. Like Nettle and Red Clover, Red Raspberry leaves serve as a soothing uterine tonic and a very effective fertility herb.
The fertility promoting effects of red raspberry (suggested brand) are enhanced in combination with other herbs, particularly Red Clover.
To make a powerful infusion of this herb, steep 1/2 ounce red raspberry and 1/2 ounce red clover in one quart of hot water for 4 hours. Refrigerate the unused portion after cooling.
With each cup of this herbal infusion, add 5-15 drops of either dong quai root tincture (suggested brand) or false unicorn root tincture (suggested brand).
Either of these tinctures (choose one or alternate) will further enhance the fertility effects of the red raspberry.
Conception Herbs for Him
Note that the fertility issues could be on his side. In that situation, consider using the benefits of maca to assist with improving sperm count and motility.
Scientific research has shown that maca achieves this without increasing testosterone levels, unlike some other male supplements.
*Note that eating a dozen oysters once or even twice a week can do wonders for improving testosterone, promoting optimal male fertility and sperm quality as well.
Lunaception
The process of encouraging ovulation using the power of light is called lunaception. This technique works very well when combined with fertility promoting herbs.
To establish the proper timing for ovulation, follow this routine.
- Leave a light on in your bedroom for 3 consecutive nights about midway through your cycle.
- All other nights should be total darkness. Get bedroom blackout curtains if necessary.
- Your cycle will naturally regulate itself for ovulation on the nights when the light is on.
You and your Sweetie can take it from here!
(1) White House Issues Warning Over US Fertility Rate
(2) Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year, by Susun S. Weed
(3) The Garden of Fertility, by Katie Singer
I’ve been trying to have a baby for about 2 year and nothing doctor told me that I have hormone levels are low but I am 44 can anyone tell me if the fertility tea does work for that if anyone can help me thank u
He Marilyn,
IF you are still having a pretty regular cycle, you need to be proactive in taking care of yourself in a way that promotes your eggs to be nutrient rich and healthy. Nature works in a way that when men and women are older, even if a woman is producing an egg, if that egg is not “adequate”, or the sperm even, is not quite up to par, either factors can actually cause the sperm to, I guess, stray away, from the egg. This is natures way of preventing deformities, retardation, or anything else that a baby may be born with. Now, of course, sometimes the egg still gets fertilized, because we do have children born with defects.
So-if I were you, I would do this! Be very mindful of what foods to and to NOT eat. Lots of fruits and vegetables-those high in vitamin c-green, dark, leafy vegetables, bell peppers, oranges, apples, broccoli, grapefruits, etc. Also beets! The more color, the better. You need eggs-the yolks are important. Seafood, which provides zinc and other important nutrients. You can look this up and get a complete guide. You need fat in your diet, but the good kind, to get your omegas.
Now-as supplements-I would get a raw organic vitamin from the health food store that is all plant based. I would also recommend stinging nettle, red raspberry, and red clover herbs. You can take them as a tincture or as a tea. I would also throw some raw organic COQ10 and DHEA in your diet. These all support fertility and healthy ovaries and eggs. Many of these things are great for your skin too. Oh-coconut oil (raw, unrefined, cold pressed), should be part of your diet. You can just drink the coconut oil, about two tablespoons a day, with a meal. You will get a stomach ache if you don’t eat with it. Now-I would say that if you are even considering any of this-get your help and advice from an herbalist, or better, a master herbalist. They are all over the place in health food stores and whole food stores. I certainly don’t mean GNC, or any other amateur store like that. One more thing to mention-shatavari.. It promotes healthy reproduction. I was 48 when my last was born, and I don’t think it would have been if I hadn’t taken care of myself the way that I did!! /best wishes to you on your endeavors.
I’ve been trying to have a baby for about 2 year and nothing doctor told me that I have hormone levels are low but I am 44 can anyone tell me if the fertility does work for that if anyone can help me thank u
Don’t forget Maca.
Thanks Mindy Packard Muller
Yay! I’ll have to try these!
Brenna Feely
Christina Oversby Anderson, this might be of help. 😎
Always discovering and learning new things here.
I started drinking cranberry tea. I feel great!!
Love the nettle tea. Even though our family is complete at this point, I still drink it regularly as it is such a helpful tonic for the female system.