Herbs are flexible in so many ways, not the least of which being the many ways we can prepare them. One of my favorite methods of preparation is the herb bath. You can infuse herbs into a bath for nearly any ailment, and there is nothing quite as soothing as slipping into warm, healing water. From a sitz bath to a soak in the tub, herb baths are a great way for anyone to experience the restorative benefits of herbs.

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

Dealing with the discomfort of a urinary tract or bladder infection?

From the burning and itching to the stinging during urination, these common conditions can disrupt your daily life. While often grouped together, UTIs and bladder infections, specifically cystitis, are distinct and require different approaches.

This article dives into the world of natural remedies for bladder infections, offering alternatives that can complement traditional antibiotic treatments or manage mild symptoms on their own.

Discover the common causes, key symptoms, and effective natural treatments for bladder infections, but remember – consulting a healthcare professional for persistent or severe symptoms is crucial.

Read on to learn how you can naturally ease your discomfort and support your urinary health.

From both a practical and an herbalist’s perspective, autumn is the time to stock up on herbs that support the immune system, respiratory health, and emotional well-being, as seasonal changes can bring about colds, flu, and stress. Here are some of the most important herbs families that should have on hand in autumn:

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When you think of roses, you might picture beautiful, fragrant blooms, but did you know that the rose plant offers more than just beauty? After the petals fall away, the plant produces vibrant red-orange fruits called rose hips—a small but mighty herb packed with nutrients and healing properties.

Keep reading for a simple immune boosting rose hip tea recipe for the whole family.

Thyme for their lungs, thyme for their sore throats, thyme for their colds.

I find myself incorporating lots of thyme–and time–into my herbal practice. After working with my own family and midwifery families, I began to realize the remarkable benefits thyme has to offer to our children.

Everywhere you look on social media, podcasts, and wellness ads, you see the phrase “balance your hormones.” It sounds great, but here’s the truth: your hormones aren’t something to be controlled or “fixed.” They’re part of a living, breathing, ever-changing system within you.

Your body is not broken. It’s wise. It’s rhythmic. And when given the right nourishment, your hormones naturally move toward balance on their own. What we’re really seeking isn’t “hormone balancing”; it’s...

The intricacies of the human body are almost magical, with no one system or function working entirely on its own. Within a mother’s body, the processes that lead to menstruation, pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding are all interconnected. Just a handful of hormones can dictate each of these functions, with different organs and actions responding in their own way. A fascinating and, sometimes, bewildering example of this is the relationship between menstruation and breastfeeding.