Herbal Remedies Blog for Women & Family Wellness

You Don't Want a Cold Womb This Winter!

You Don't Want a Cold Womb This Winter!

 

Keeping Your Womb Warm This Winter: Honoring the Full Moon and Womb Health

One area that particularly benefits from warmth is the womb. Wise women rooted in the cycles of nature have long understood the importance of keeping the womb warm, especially in the colder months. A cold womb can lead to stagnation, painful menstruation, PMS, and other period-related imbalances. Let’s explore why womb warmth matters and how you can cultivate it through herbs, food, breath, and intentional practices this winter.

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Self Care For The Winter Solstice And The New Year

Self Care For The Winter Solstice And The New Year

Here we are in December, the darkest, most Yin time of year.   Nature is asking us to slow down and reflect on the past so we can move gracefully into the future.  Preparing myself for the Solstice and the New Year, I felt compelled to share with you how I process this pivotal and transformative time of the year. 

Let's clear space, remember our ancestors, celebrate our victories, release our painful lessons, and step more fully into who we are becoming.

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Is Your Low Back Pain Worse During Winter?

Is Your Low Back Pain Worse During Winter?

Low back pain often flares up during the cold winter months, and from a Qigong, Western herbal and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, this is no coincidence. Winter is the season of the Water Element, associated with the kidneys, bones, and the lower back. By nurturing your kidney energy and aligning with the natural rhythms of winter, you can prevent and alleviate low back pain while promoting overall health and vitality.

Learn The Connection Between Winter, Kidneys, and Low Back Pain

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