What you need to know
Can you drink green tea during pregnancy? It is one of the most common questions among people who would like to continue enjoying their tea ritual during this stage.
Green tea comes from the tea plant and naturally contains caffeine. That is why, during pregnancy, it is important to pay attention to your intake and always check with the doctor, midwife or healthcare professional overseeing your pregnancy.
Green tea and pregnancy: the key point
If you are pregnant and unsure about drinking green tea, our recommendation is not to make it part of your regular routine without first discussing it with your healthcare professional.
If you would prefer to avoid caffeine during pregnancy, there are alternatives such as rooibos and certain caffeine-free infusions that you may wish to consider.
Why should you be cautious with green tea during pregnancy?
Although green tea is often perceived as a mild drink, it naturally contains caffeine.
During pregnancy, it is worth taking into account not only green tea but also other possible sources of caffeine throughout the day, such as coffee, other teas, soft drinks, chocolate or energy drinks.
Every pregnancy is also different. For this reason, rather than setting a single amount that applies to everyone, we recommend always checking with the healthcare professional who knows your individual circumstances.
Important: this article is for general information only and is not a substitute for medical advice. If you are pregnant, always speak to your doctor, midwife or healthcare professional before regularly drinking green tea, rooibos, infusions or herbal preparations.
Does green tea contain caffeine?
Yes. Green tea is made from Camellia sinensis, the tea plant, and naturally contains caffeine.
The term “theine” is sometimes used to describe the caffeine naturally present in tea. In other words, choosing green tea instead of black tea does not mean choosing a caffeine-free drink.
If you would like to reduce or avoid caffeine during pregnancy, you can consider alternatives that are not made from the tea plant.
Alternatives to green tea during pregnancy
If you miss the ritual of preparing a warm cup or a refreshing drink, there are caffeine-free options that can be considered as alternatives to green tea.
At Tea Shop, we recommend always checking the full composition and speaking to your doctor or healthcare professional before making any product part of your routine during pregnancy.
Rooibos Original
Pure rooibos and naturally caffeine-free. A simple option for anyone looking for an alternative to green tea.
Always check with your healthcare professional before drinking it.
Rooibos Vanilla
An aromatic rooibos-based alternative that is naturally caffeine-free.
Always check with your healthcare professional before drinking it.
Rooibos Safari
A rooibos-based blend for anyone looking for a richer, sweeter-style cup without choosing green tea.
If you have diabetes, speak to your doctor or healthcare professional in particular before drinking it.
Rooibos African Sunset
A rooibos with a citrus and fruity profile, naturally caffeine-free.
Always check the ingredients and speak to your healthcare professional before drinking it.
Wild Peach
A fruity, peach-flavoured, caffeine-free infusion that can be enjoyed either hot or cold.
Always check the ingredients and speak to your healthcare professional.
Rooibos instead of green tea during pregnancy?
Rooibos does not come from the tea plant and is naturally caffeine-free. That is why it can be an interesting alternative for anyone who wants to replace their usual cup of green tea.
Even so, not all rooibos blends have the same composition. Some contain fruit, spices, flavourings or other ingredients, so it is important to check each blend individually.
During pregnancy, if you have any questions, we recommend showing the full ingredient list to your doctor or healthcare professional.
What about caffeine-free infusions?
Certain infusions that do not contain Camellia sinensis can also be considered as alternatives to green tea during pregnancy and are therefore naturally caffeine-free.
However, “caffeine-free” does not automatically mean that every blend is suitable during pregnancy. Infusions can include different fruits, flowers, herbs, spices or roots.
Always check the full list of ingredients and speak to your healthcare professional before making a new infusion part of your routine.
What to check before drinking an infusion during pregnancy
Does it contain tea?
If it contains green, black, white, Pu Erh or oolong tea, it naturally contains caffeine.
What ingredients does it contain?
Always check the full composition, not just the main name of the blend.
Will you drink it regularly?
If you would like to make it part of your daily routine, discuss it with your healthcare professional first.
Do you have any questions?
During pregnancy, your doctor, midwife or healthcare professional who knows your individual situation should always be your main point of reference.
Frequently asked questions about green tea and pregnancy
Can I drink green tea during pregnancy?
Green tea naturally contains caffeine. If you are pregnant, speak to your doctor or healthcare professional before making it part of your regular diet.
Does green tea contain caffeine?
Yes. Green tea comes from the tea plant and naturally contains caffeine.
What can I drink instead of green tea during pregnancy?
If you would like to avoid caffeine, you can consider alternatives such as Rooibos Original, Rooibos Vanilla, Rooibos Safari, Rooibos African Sunset or certain infusions such as Wild Peach. Always speak to your healthcare professional first.
Does rooibos contain caffeine?
Rooibos does not come from the tea plant and is naturally caffeine-free. Even so, always check the ingredients in each blend and speak to your healthcare professional during pregnancy.
Is a caffeine-free infusion suitable during pregnancy?
Not necessarily. You should also check the plants, fruits, spices and other ingredients included in the blend. If in doubt, always speak to a healthcare professional.
Green tea during pregnancy? It is best to be cautious
If you have come here looking for information about green tea during pregnancy, the key point is simple: green tea contains caffeine, so it is worth paying particular attention to your intake during this stage.
If you would prefer to avoid caffeine, you can consider alternatives such as rooibos or certain caffeine-free infusions. Always check the full composition of each product and speak to your doctor, midwife or healthcare professional to find out which option is suitable for you.
At Tea Shop you can check the ingredients in each blend and easily share them with your healthcare professional.
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