In fact, your first milk, known as colostrum, has a natural laxative effect on the baby, enabling him to pass the meconium (the stool he has been storing since before birth) more quickly. (motherandchildhealth.com)
Finn and Herrington both agree that using laxative teas as directed for occasional constipation is harmless. (livinghealthy.com)
As a bitter tonic with mild laxative effects, Barberry has been used by weak or debilitated people to strengthen and cleanse the system. (wellnessmama.com)