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…
Chances are, if you’re a woman, you probably suffer from digestive issues without even realizing the cause of your woes. Most ladies today struggle with weight loss. We try to exercise and count calories, but no matter what new fad diet we try, we can’t keep belly fat away. But what if I told you…
Confidence is one of the most attractive traits a person can exude. They walk into a room with assurance, and you instantly know they’re confident in (and of) themselves. Yet, we all need a boost sometimes. None of us are on our A-game all the time. Confidence can be a struggle, especially for introverts. You…
Technological devices are widely available, taking up most of our daily attention. They make life easier and more fun at times, but the digital age has also increased risks of blue light exposure and its harmful effects. Kids today are at an even higher risk. They become comfortable using digital devices at a young age,…
