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Herbalism

“All men ought to be acquainted with

the medical art.” – Hippocrates

Knowledge of medicinal plants was once a common thing. People knew how to grow them and make medicine from them. Plants have been used by different cultures throughout the world for thousands of years.

Our culture has shifted a lot in more recent generations and as a result most of us are now at a loss with how to support our bodies naturally through herbs. Herbalism has become a lost art sadly. Apothecaries and still rooms are no longer very common and the pharmaceutical companies now dominate. For the most part herbalism is not a skill being passed down for generations anymore but we do have the power to change that in our homes.

It is especially beneficial for mothers to know about folk medicine so they have natural remedies at their fingertips when their families need them. When I was a new mom to a very colicky baby who had multiple allergies I took a course in herbalism. It helped me feel empowered in how to treat him naturally after western medicine failed us. Ten years later and I am still learning and using herbs daily in our home.

There is a lot of information you can find off of Pinterest when searching herbalism but if you want to know what’s in my personal library you can click here for inspiration. Reading Rosemary Gladstar’s book, Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health was what propelled me into using herbs with confidence over a decade ago. If you want a simple place to begin learning then start there.

And if you want to take your studies a step further then I highly recommend checking out Herbal Academy. I took their family herbalist course and am now studying their advanced clinical herbalism course. You can even try a free course by clicking below.

When you’re ready to get your feet wet and start experimenting with herbal skincare and wellness formulations I recommend grabbing your supplies from my favorite online source, Mountain Rose Herbs. They’ve been my number one place to go online for bulk organic DIY supplies and herbal education for almost twenty years now. And if you want to leave formulating with herbs to the experts until you become more comfortable they’ve got you covered too.

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This tea latte is my go to afternoon drink! It’ This tea latte is my go to afternoon drink!  It’s made from my Golden organic tea blend, a little milk of your choice, honey and a dash of cinnamon on top. It’s like fall in a mug! 🫶🍂🫚

Golden was formulated with herbs and spices to help reduce inflammation and support cellular health. Plus it’s delicious! 😋✨

Here is what’s included:

• Organic Rooibos – anti-inflammatory, contains more antioxidants than green tea, supports heart health

• Organic Turmeric – anti-inflammatory, eases pain, supports liver function, studies show it’s effective for inflammation induced depression

• Organic Ginger – enhances immune function, increases blood circulation, anti-inflammatory, eases pain, antiviral and antibacterial properties, eases nausea

• Organic Cinnamon – antimicrobial, antiviral and antibacterial properties, increases circulation, warming, eases digestive upset

• Organic Black Pepper – increases the effectiveness of Turmeric, antiseptic, eases digestive upset, warming, increases circulation

Head to the link in bio to find it in the apothecary shop. I’m also excited to have @local_storehouse stocking this blend! 🫖
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Avena sativa also known as Milky oats or Oatstraw Avena sativa also known as Milky oats or Oatstraw is one of the most impactful herbs that I’ve ever worked with. I started using it regularly during a time where my nervous system was severely unregulated. 😫

The results were nothing short of amazing! I was way less stressed, not as easily triggered, slept better and even felt physically better thanks to the vitamins and minerals. 🌿

Herbalist Michael Moore said that Oatstraw is an ideal herb for those with “crispy critter syndrome” referring to those people who are overworked, burnt out and constantly in fight or flight mode. 

Beyond helping to regulate the nervous system Oatstraw has many other benefits for women including it’s ability to balance hormones (menopausal ladies, you need this one), increase milk production and helping with postpartum recovery. 💕

You can find Oatstraw in 3 of my tea blends…Happy, NORA and Nurse More. 🫖

If you want to learn more about herbalism then check out my educational resources in the link in bio. 
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#oatstraw #herbalhealing #nervoussystemregulation #herbsforwomen #naturalmotherhood
NORA Pregnancy Tea 🤰 is a must-have if you’re NORA Pregnancy Tea 🤰 is a must-have if you’re expecting! 

NORA is an acronym for Nettle • Oatstraw • Red raspberry • Alfalfa. I also add a touch of Spearmint to my blend!

🌿 Nettle – nourishing to the adrenals and high in vitamins, minerals and protein, helps to maintain blood sugar levels, use postpartum for milk supply

🌿 Oatstraw – similar properties to Nettle as a nerve and nutritive tonic

🌿 Red raspberry leaf – high in vitamins and minerals, toning to the uterus, historically used by Indigenous tribes

🌿 Alfalfa – one of the richest sources of vitamins including vitamin K, minerals and protein

🌿 Spearmint – a nervine and relaxant and a yummy edition to the typical NORA tea blend, helps to also keep nausea at bay

According to master herbalist Rachel Weaver, drinking this blend faithfully will help to shorten the duration and intensity of labor. 🙌

Have you heard of this blend before? It is restocked in the apothecary shop. Just head to the link in bio! 🫖
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Consider this your sign to restock your apothecary Consider this your sign to restock your apothecary for cold and flu 🤒 season. Click the link in the bio, you’ll thank me later! 
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