Oh, sweet summertime! How I love you! The sun rises early and sets late. I get to spend more time in the garden and on long mountain hikes. Honestly, though, summertime in Arkansas is both beautiful and brutal! We have so many bugs, ticks, mosquitos, and chiggers. Fortunately, we also have fireflies! No seriously, during the summer, my whole family is riddled with itchy bug bites and insect stings for months.  

Today I'm going to share one of my favorite summertime herbs with you. Plantain is one of the best natural anti-itch bug bite relief remedy known to humankind! Stick around if you can relate to loving summer and needing relief from all the itchy bug bites.  

What Moms Really Want (And Why It’s Okay to Want It)

Let's start by acknowledging how often moms are told what they "should" want—swaddles, schedules, selflessness—but rarely asked what they actually need.

Right at the beginning, I'd like to personally validate all the moms for your unseen and often underappreciated labor and innate wisdom that you bring to your family every day!

As the earth awakens from winter’s slumber, spring offers a bounty of fresh herbs that can nourish and support women’s health. This season of renewal is the perfect time to incorporate nutrient-rich, detoxifying, and hormone-balancing herbs into your daily routine. Here are some of the best spring herbs for women’s wellness and how they can help support your body throughout the season.

Read more and discover the vitality of early spring herbs for women 🌿

The Power of Gut Health: More Than Just Digestion

When most people think about gut health, they tend to focus on digestion—breaking down food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste. While digestion is a critical part of maintaining our health, the gut’s role goes far beyond that. It plays a pivotal role in everything from our immune system to our emotional well-being. In this article, we’ll explore how gut health impacts overall health and wellness, focusing on digestion, metabolism, and absorption. We’ll also dive deep into the role of prebiotics in establishing a healthy microbiome.

Spring is a season of renewal, growth, and transformation. As the energy of nature rises, so does our own internal energy. Just as sap surges through trees, we may feel a stirring within—sometimes as excitement, sometimes as agitation, and sometimes as frustration or anger. Anger is a natural and healthy emotion, but when left unprocessed, it can turn into bitterness and resentment, weighing us down. However, when we learn to channel anger in a constructive way, it can become a force of creativity, vitality, and personal growth.

Right now, there is a lot happening in the world that stirs anger beyond just the natural energy of spring. Social injustices, environmental concerns, and personal struggles can amplify frustration and overwhelm. It's important to recognize these feelings and process them in a way that empowers rather than depletes us.

Traditional treatment for BV typically involves antibiotics. However, such treatment often leads to frequent recurrences and poses some medical risks. Antibiotics serve as a temporary fix for BV symptoms, albeit sometimes necessary in the short run. Yet, they fail to address the underlying issue: vaginal dysbiosis, which signifies an imbalance in the vaginal microbiome.

The discourse within the medical community surrounding bacterial vaginosis is misplaced. Instead of recognizing BV as a manifestation of vaginal microbiome disruption, it is often viewed in isolation as a gynecological concern. Yet, BV stems from a broader imbalance within a woman's overall ecosystem. But BV is annoying, sometimes uncomfortable, and also carries some risks. 

So, what steps can women take to avoid and eliminate BV?

The menstrual cycle is a beautifully intricate process that reflects the body's natural rhythms. It consists of four distinct phases, each requiring different types of nourishment and support. Understanding these phases and working with herbal allies can help create balance, ease discomfort, and optimize overall well-being.

In this post, we explore distinct herbs for each phase of the menstrual cycle. Read more to better understand each phase and to connect even more deeply with your natural feminine rhythms.

Life today is full of unexpected challenges, and for many, the stress of sudden job loss and uncertainty can feel overwhelming. I want to take a moment to acknowledge that no single practice can solve the deep and complex struggles you may be facing—but sometimes, a simple tool can help us navigate the storm with more ease. Shaking is a natural and effective way to release tension, regulate the nervous system, and create a sense of relief, even in difficult times.

 In the video, I’ll guide you through a gentle shaking sequence designed to help your body let go of stress and restore balance. I invite you to practice with me and explore the many benefits of this powerful yet simple movement.