Plant medicine has been used throughout history to nourish the postpartum parent and enhance lactation. Today over 80% of the global population uses herbal medicine as a form of primary care. Parents coping with lactation concerns are often interested in trying anything they can to optimize production. As a clinician, you play an essential role in helping families understand the risks and benefits of herbs during lactation. Critically thinking through herbal options involves assessing all the variables that may be impacting lactation, prioritizing the parent’s goals, and assessing risks and benefits. By identifying meaningful resources and reliable information around galactagogues, health professionals empower families to make safe, informed choices. This session is designed to help providers implement critical thinking skills when it comes to discussing and personalizing care for families interested in botanical options.