Never knowing when your period will come or dealing with spotting and PMS symptoms daily can make you feel disconnected from your body, but thankfully there are natural ways to get back in sync with your cycle. According to research published in the journal American Family Physician, it’s estimated that around 14 percent of women…
Modern society tells us that productivity equals success. And the more we do, the closer we get to the American dream. Luckily, the pandemic taught us that slowing down can be a good thing and even lead to more success. But with quarantine over and everything getting back to seemingly normal, we’ve slipped back into…
Ashwagandha is a powerful adaptogenic herb that has been used for thousands of years to help reduce stress and promote balance in the body. In this article, we’re sharing the history and benefits of ashwagandha for stress, hormones, and inflammation. What is Ashwagandha? Ashwagandha is an herb that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for…
Struggling from fatigue and low energy can throw off your entire day—which can turn into weeks and eventually months. And next thing you know, your chronic fatigue feels normal, and you may be left feeling like there’s no way to improve your energy besides a third cup of coffee. For the past ten years, we’ve worked…
Did you make it one of your 2021 goals to read more? How about to take care of your health? If you answered yes to either or both of those, do I have some good news for you. Get ready to kill two birds with one stone with our list of 2021’s top wellness books. …
Copaiba essential oil belongs to the botanical family Leguminosae and is extracted via steam distillation from the resin. Today, the versatile oil’s primary uses include treating acne, anxiety, inflammation, muscle aches, and pain. The benefits of copaiba essential oil are extensive and have been harnessed for thousands of years. The oleoresin’s historical uses include assisting…
The benefits of cedarwood essential oil can be credited to its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, astringent, antifungal, anti-infectious, diuretic, sedative, and insecticidal properties. This long list of potent properties makes cedarwood an excellent oil for common concerns like stress, infections, hair loss, skin issues, bad odors, and more! Cedarwood essential oil comes from the wood of the…
Nutmeg is the perfect flavor-enhancing spice for any dish or dessert. It’s warm and slightly nutty flavor makes it perfect for fall drinks and holiday treats. You’re probably most familiar with its ground form made from the tropical evergreen tree’s seeds, Myristica fragrans. It’s warm and slightly nutty flavor makes it perfect for fall drinks…
Can you believe summer is almost over and that back to school is just around the corner?! Getting your kids back into the school groove is almost as hard as getting yourself back into the school groove. There’s going to be late nights, early mornings, homework, tests, after-school activities, playdates, and a lot of preparation….
Are you interested in getting started with oils but have a lot of concerns? I get it. Relying on the internet to answer all your questions about oils can feel a lot like drowning in a sea of contradictory confusion. Maybe you feel like you’re not qualified enough or that investing in oils won’t be…
Are you in need of a refresh? I love springtime because it’s a chance to reboot and realign with what we want most in life. For me, it’s a time to reassess- to keep doing the things that are working well and stop doing things that aren’t serving me anymore. And the way that I feel…
Raise your hand if you’ve ever started something and then stopped because it felt too overwhelming at the time? Yeah…me too. I’m a systems girl. I like to have everything laid out in front of me in an organized, accessible, and approachable fashion. That way, I don’t find myself wanting to throw in the towel. …
Essential oils are the perfect healthy lifestyle tool, and they can enhance your entire family’s wellbeing when they’re used correctly. Millions of people use essential oils as natural remedies daily without any issues. Most people use essential oils without issue, but there are occasions where someone might have a bad reaction. Usually those situations are…
I know you’re familiar with the term biological clock, but this doesn’t only apply to women wanting to have babies by a certain age. It’s actually much more basic than that. Have you ever thought about why you go to sleep at night and wake in the day? Or how things like jet lag can…
Meghan is a birth doula, postpartum doula, herbalist and breathwork teacher who is passionate about supporting the transition into motherhood. She lives with her husband in Boulder, Colorado and offers virtual doula support for expecting parents anywhere in the world. For more about her services and blog posts about all things holistic birth- visit her…