Postpartum anemia according to Chinese Medicine
The information provided here is not a replacement for a doctor. You shouldn't use it for the purpose of self-diagnosing or self-medicating but rather so you can have a more informed discussion with a professional TCM practitioner.
Japanese catnip might help with postpartum anemia
Why might Japanese Catnip (Jing Jie) help with postpartum anemia?
Because it is a herb specifically indicated to treat postpartum anemia as can be seen on Japanese Catnip's page.
Japanese Catnip is a Neutral herb that tastes Pungent. It targets the Liver and the Lung.
Its main actions are: Relieves the Exterior and disperses Cold or Heat depending on the other herbs used. Releases the Exterior for measles. Stops bleeding. Abates swellings.
Other symptoms often associated with postpartum anemia
Abnormal uterine bleeding Abcesses Swellings Rashes Measles Rubella Sores Ulcers Metrorrhagia Metrostaxis