Did anyone review the paper I linked? It includes several specific examples from 15th century medicine as well as folk practices.
Overall, their understanding of fertility was focused on balancing the humors and complexions. They believed the womb could not be too hot or humid and many of the prescriptions were given for their drying properties. Many medicines are listed, however most of them do not include a list of ingredients.
- poultices of "nettle, mandrake, and artemisia"
- applying wool soaked in milk to the navel
- burying an egg and retrieving it later for consumption (Easter eggs?)
- bathing to gain strength
- certain months were considered better for conception (the paper cites April and October)
Overall, their understanding of fertility was focused on balancing the humors and complexions. They believed the womb could not be too hot or humid and many of the prescriptions were given for their drying properties. Many medicines are listed, however most of them do not include a list of ingredients.