**5. Conclusion**

There are numerous references in literature for herbal medicines use to aid breastfeeding. However, the use of herbal galactagogues is mainly based on empirical traditions with little scientific data. With increase in the complexity of breastfeeding, it is imperative that these herbal galactagogues be studied. There is a need to standardize the herbal galactagogues, investigate their nutritional and phytochemical composition as well as conduct clinical trials to generate scientific evidence of their efficacy and safety, as a basis for commercial production and usage. Conducting pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetic studies will also play a vital role in determining their metabolism in the mother and neonate. Their mechanism of action will also need to be investigated. These herbs will have the advantages of being easily available, cheaper and more tolerable to both mother and neonate.
