Headaches, especially migraines, are horrible and can effect everything in the day. I used to get migraines that would put everything on pause. I couldn’t stand without losing my vision, much less get any chores done. My pain was hormone related. It wasn’t until I got my hormones under control that my migraines got fewer […]

I’m always looking for new ways to add herbs and essential oils into products that we use in and around our bodies. A natural anti itch cream is actually not difficult to make and so wonderfully good for your skin. We have a few allergies, though they are getting better this past year – I […]

I recently had someone ask me to make them a postpartum perineum spray. I immediately wanted to research which essential oils would be the most skin soothing while aiding in healing. Some essential oils and herbs can increase bleeding, which is NOT what you want while trying to heal after a pregnancy. Doing your research […]

Start them young! Ownership of knowledge is important whether you are a child or an adult. Whenever you are part of the learning process in a hands on way, you are much more likely to care and retain more information, whatever your learning style may be.  Creating herbal projects for kids is a great way […]

We are notorious for wanting a quick fix. Give me something that will instantly make me feel better, be fit, be happy, relieved from all stress, organized, and satisfied.  In truth, all of those things are complex and require work. For example, happiness, joyfulness, being satisfied, and better dealing with stress happens for those who […]

I called this an elderberry cough syrup recipe, because we’re so used to saying the phrase “cough syrup”. But this recipe is actually an oxymel. I’ve chosen an oxymel because alcohol extractions can be difficult for children to swallow. My daughter takes an alcohol extraction for allergy relief in the Spring and makes a big […]

I recently wrote about the health benefits of water kefir and how the mineral and probiotic content can change change the direction of your gut health, skin health, and even effect allergies. Now, I want to show you how to design your own water kefir recipes. But first, you need to know how to get […]

Putting together your favorite drink combinations using herbs you know are healthy can be super fun and delicious. Sometimes it’s finding the best combination. You may learn that a particular herb makes great herbal detox drinks and yet find that it’s too bitter or strong for your taste. Instead of giving up on that herb, […]

I love making herbal gifts. They are unique and may be something that most people these days would not make on their own. Whether it’s for Mother’s Day or a Teacher’s gift, herbal gifts feel special, distinguished, classy, and show that you made a special effort because you care. The 4 Natural Herbal Mother’s Day […]

The basic understanding of how to make a salve is very beneficial. I’ve put together an herbal salve recipe and instructions on how to make an herbal salve.After all, there are SO many reasons to make a salve in the first place! Here’s a short list of reasons you may want to make a salve: […]

Most of us know that sleep is important. We’ve read articles, been told varying facts, or just know how crummy we feel when we get less sleep than usual.  Sometimes, even when we know we need better sleep we don’t do what’s needed to make sure we get it. Are we just not convicted? Is […]

Cayenne Salve has been used for joint and muscle pain for centuries. It’s a remedy that my grandmother had passed down to her, and one I’ve learned over the years as well. This Cayenne Salve Recipe is easy to make and use, and it is very effective. Why Cayenne? Cayenne naturally works to reduce inflammation […]

Most people have heard of henna if they’ve ever looked into natural hair dyes, or lived in areas where people have used it for tattoos. Most people don’t know much about the actual plant or some of the natural Henna Benefits and Uses. *Hint* You don’t have to turn your skin orange to utilize these […]

Frankincense is truly an amazing resin. Last week I told you what frankincense is, where it comes from, and how almost two hundred studies to date have shown that it is highly beneficial to the human body: Frankincense Benefits and Types.  The next question is, of course, what are the ways to use frankincense? What […]

If you missed my article on What Stress Does to Your Body, check it out. Chronic stress does horrible things to you internally and can eventually lead to deadly complications. Having a resource of Stress Relieving Herbs and Teas can be extremely beneficial. There is good stress and bad stress. You can be stressed over […]