Lemon Balm

Fresh lemon balm growing in a garden with vibrant green leaves, a fragrant herb traditionally used to support calm, restful sleep, and emotional well-being.

Lemon balm is one of my favorite herbs to grow and use. From helping light sleepers finally get a restful night’s sleep to supporting emotional well-being, soothing cold sores, and comforting sore mouths, this gentle herb has earned a permanent place in my garden and herbal apothecary. Discover why I reach for lemon balm again and again and how I like to use it both fresh and in herbal preparations.

My Herbal Approach to Pink Eye

Pink Eye - Conjunctivitis

Chamomile, Eyebright, and the Stubborn Case of Pink Eye A few weeks ago, I woke up with that familiar feeling in my eye—that gritty, irritated sensation that makes you immediately wonder, Oh no… is this conjunctivitis? As a mom and herbalist, pink eye isn’t new territory for me. Over the years, I’ve cared for several […]

Herbs of Madeira

Pride Of Madeira

These are some of the plants I saw and learned about while in Madeira. I hope you enjoy this post about plants from across the world! Pride of MadeiraEchium candicans It’s funny, I knew when researching Madeira plants that they had a popular Borage plant. But I forgot what it looked like. I saw this […]

Trip Prep Worked!

PR1 Trail Madeira Hike Above the clouds

Just took a trip to Madeira! And all my trip prep worked!  Went hiking above the clouds. The hike was ranging between 5,000 and 6,000 feet. Neither I, nor my friend had any issues hiking. Last time my friend hiked in the Colorado mountains she had gotten altitude sickness… Here’s all the things I did […]

How to Sleep on a Plane Naturally: Herbal Tips for Overnight Flights

How to Sleep on a Plane Naturally: Chamomile Tea, Herbal Support & Jet Lag Tips  I’m one of those people who have a hard time sleeping anywhere other than my own bed! So this sleeping upright in economy on a plane thing has me going in full prep mode! Long overnight flights can leave you […]

Prepping Naturally for High Altitude Hiking

Woman hiking in the mountains of Madeira Portugal while preparing naturally for high altitude hiking and travel recovery

Traveling to Madeira, Portugal soon? Here’s how I’m naturally preparing for high-altitude hiking, jet lag recovery, hydration, nervous system support, and energy resilience using herbs and lifestyle strategies.

GERD or Acid Reflux Relief Starts With Diet

GERD, Reflux diet relief showing foods to avoid and foods that help reduce acid reflux naturally

I’ve had quite a few people lately want help getting off their Proton Pump inhibitors (PPI’s). And they have! But not because of anything I really did… they did it all themselves!  They changed their diet! GERD Relief Starts With Diet If you struggle with acid reflux or GERD, you’ve likely been told it’s a […]

Identity In Illness or Christ?

Is your identity in Christ or in your illness?

Is your Identity in Your Illness? Or in Christ? When Illness Becomes an Identity and How the Limbic System Keeps Us Stuck Chronic illness has a way of slowly reshaping how we see ourselves. “I have these symptoms.” Is how it innocently startsThen it becomes: “I’m dealing with this condition.”And before we realize it, it […]

Flower Essences for the Advent Season

Flower Essences for Advent

FLOWER ESSENCES FOR THE ADVENT THEMES Advent is a season of anticipation of Christmas where we celebrate Christ’s Birth. A time when we prepare our hearts. Traditionally, the four weeks center around Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love. In holistic healing, these themes beautifully align with the subtle emotional shifts supported by flower essences. Unlike herbs […]

Thank-You Gift Offerings

Ways to practice gratitude

A Thank You Gift! I want to say a heartfelt thank you to each of you—whether you’ve worked with me one-on-one, attended a class, or are studying in one of my herbal programs. It’s an honor to walk with you as you learn to support your body, your family, and your community using the gifts […]

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Want a consult for 75% off?

I’m working on becoming a certified Aromatherapist. I’d like to try my hand at just using Essential oils for 2 people. If you have the following and would like to work with me, please reach out to me. Emotional woes of any kind. Pain of any kind. All I ask is that you pay $40 […]

Healthy Sleep Tips

natural sleep tips

9 Hacks for Better Sleep My Personal Favorite Sleep Tip My favorite out of this list is wearing an eye mask. It works wonders for me! I am an extremely light sleeper. After I started wearing an eye mask I stopped waking up when my husband came to bed. I’m pretty sure it was the […]

“I think I might be getting sick” Herbie Freebie

ginger tea recipe

Fresh Ginger Tea: This is my absolute favorite “I think I might be getting sick” Herbal Drink. If I’m tired and worn out, I drink it. If I get a slightly runny nose, I drink it. If I get a headache, I drink it. If my throat feels slightly sore, I drink it. If someone […]

On-Call Herbalist

On call herbalist

Would you love to use more natural options or herbs for your family but are not sure what to use for each situation? Ask me! Your On-Call Herbalist! I get a lot of texts on basic health questions and how to support their family’s health in various ways- someone got the flu, has a cold, […]

HERBIE FREEBIE – Benefits of Herbal Foot Soaks

Benefits of Foot Soaks

Benefits of Herbal Foot Soaks Herbal foot soaks are not just for the spa. While this is amazing, there are other benefits of herbal foot soaks, you can easily do at home. My Favorite is a Fresh Ginger Foot Soak. It supports all of the above! Herbs to support the body to use in foot […]

Herbie Freebie – Earaches

onion-for-ear

There is currently something going around that is causing a lot of ear congestion and earaches. It’s not always a head cold either.  One of my favorite herbs for moving fluid in the ear is Ground Ivy which you can learn all about here. But when the ear hurts and you are starting to get […]

Herbie Freebie, Free Herb Walk, Mullein

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One of my frequently used herbs we’ll be discussing is Mullein How to use Mullein for tonifying the lungs During Covid over 50 people used Mullein Tincture with a small part of Pleurisy, and they all loved it. Some continue to use this blend because they like how great it makes their lungs feel. Its […]

Family Herbalist Program

Family Herbalist Course

The last day to register is July 31st. It’s a small intimate group. Live On-line is also available or view at your own convenience while being part of a community that is learning together.

Iced Herbal Drinks

Free herbal iced tea recipes for National Iced Tea Month in June

Any herbal tea you have in your cabinet or from the store can be made into an Iced Tea.  I just alter the directions a bit. Cold brew method: Triple the recommended amount of herb and add cold water and refrigerate overnight. Remove tea bags the next morning add ice and enjoy! Hot Brew Method:  […]

Summer Make and Take Classes

summer wellness class

I’ll be teaching classes this summer at Synergy Integrative Health. Thursdays at 10am. There are also many other classes taught by doctors, nurses, and a health coach! Check out the lineup Here. Childcare will be available. I also teach a Family Herbalist Course which you can learn more about here.