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Yoruba Herbal Medicine for Breast Infection

Among the Yoruba, motherhood is regarded as one of the highest blessings a woman can receive. After childbirth, breastfeeding is seen not only as nourishment but as a divine bond between mother and child — a moment where affection, strength, and vitality are shared through ọmu (the breast). When a mother’s breast becomes diseased or painful, or when a baby suddenly refuses to suckle, it is taken very seriously. Yoruba people understand that when the ọmu is affected, the entire process of nurturing the child is disrupted. Hence, Ogun Kokoro Omu (Medicine for Breast Disease) was specially prepared to restore the breast to health, calm the child, and bring peace to the mother’s body.
ogun kokoro omuIn Yoruba traditional belief, diseases of the breast can arise from various causes — physical infections, poor hygiene, unexpressed breast milk etc. The saying “Ọmu tó ní àìlera, ọmọ kì í fẹ́ mu un” (a sick breast will not be accepted by a child) shows why Yoruba people pay importance to breastfeeding. This is why our foremothers paid attention to every change in the breast, especially during the first few months after delivery, when both mother and child are most vulnerable.

In many Yoruba communities, experienced women — especially traditional birth attendants (agbebi or alagbo omo) — knew the signs of Kokoro Omu and could identify the problem. They prepared herbal mixtures, healing compresses, and gentle massages to relieve inflammation, purify the milk ducts, and drive away any negative energy that might have caused the sickness.

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Symptoms Observed by Our Foremothers
When Kokoro Omu (breast disease) affected a nursing mother, Yoruba women observed several physical and behavioral signs in both mother and baby. These signs guided traditional healers in diagnosing the type and intensity of the illness:
1) Painful or swollen breast: One or both breasts become unusually firm, heavy, and painful to touch. The skin may appear reddish or hot.
2) Cracked or sore nipples: The nipple may develop wounds or cracks that make breastfeeding difficult or unbearable.
3) Unusual milk discharge: Milk may appear thick, watery, or sometimes mixed with traces of blood or pus.
4) Fever and body weakness: The mother may feel weak, experience mild fever, and complain of internal heat.
5) Baby’s refusal to suck: The baby may turn away from the breast, cry repeatedly, or vomit after feeding attempts.
6) Change in milk taste or odor: Traditional healers believed that when Kokoro Omu is severe, the milk’s taste becomes bitter or “spoiled,” causing the child to reject it.
7) Restlessness in the mother: Some mothers may feel chest tightness or emotional unease due to pain or spiritual imbalance.

How Our Foremothers Treated Breast Diseases in the Past
The Yoruba had a rich knowledge of how to treat Kokoro Omu through herbal means. The aim was to relieve inflammation, cleanse the milk channels, and restore healthy lactation.
1) Herbal Decoction (Agbo): Selected herbs with cleansing and anti-inflammatory properties were boiled into a mild agbo. The mother drank small portions to purify the body and eliminate internal heat that could worsen swelling. Some of the potent leaf needed to prepare Ogun Kokoro Omu include:
1)  Ewe Imi-esu
2)  Ewe Ibepe
3)  Ewe Agbarin
4)  Ewe Pepe
5)  Ewe Laali/Lali
6)  Ewe Epin
7)  Ewe Ajeobale
8)  Ewe Odundun

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The Healing Process in Traditional Practice
Traditional healers approached Kokoro Omu with caution, emphasizing patience and gentleness:
1) Herbs were harvested early in the morning to retain their natural strength.
2) The mother was advised to rest and avoid tight clothing.
3) As healing progressed, the baby was re-introduced gradually to breastfeeding until normal feeding resumed.

Differences Between Yoruba and Modern Treatment
1) Natural vs. Synthetic Remedies: Yoruba medicine relied on natural herbs, while modern methods use antibiotics or pain relievers.
2) Holistic Healing: Traditional treatment focused on both physical and emotional wellbeing, while modern care often targets only the infection.
3) Community Support: In Yoruba culture, elders and women in the compound supported nursing mothers, ensuring hygiene and rest — unlike modern systems where mothers often heal alone.

Safety First: Important Considerations
• Mothers must ensure that herbs are sourced from clean, pesticide-free areas.
• No harsh or toxic herbs should be used on open wounds or sensitive nipples.
• Severe fever, pus, or continuous pain requires urgent medical attention.
• Hygiene must be maintained at all times — breasts should be washed before and after feeding.

Needed Materials (Leaves, Roots, Bark, etc.)
The medicinal approach for this requires careful selection of natural materials traditionally known to our elders. These are combined to ensure potency.

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Application Process
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Uses
The prepared remedy must be applied in the correct manner — whether for drinking, steaming, bathing, or chest rubbing — and taken in the right dosage for it to remain effective.

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2) The methods of getting the needed items like leaf, bark, roots by yourself is covered in the PDF
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