Autumnal Equinox: Herbs of Harvest
The Autumnal Equinox occurs on September 22, 2021, at 5:20 p.m. MST in the Northern Hemisphere. This is an astronomical day of balance, where da...
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Herbal Tinctures, Gummies, and Capsules: What’s the Difference?
Do you ever wonder why there are so many different ways to take herbs? For instance, you can find Elderberry in at least five different variatio...
Animals and Herbs: An Ancient Partnership
People have been using herbal allies for thousands of years. The oldest written evidence is a 5,000-year-old Sumerian clay slab with a list of m...
Herb of the Month: Yarrow
You’ve likely seen September’s herb of the month in your neighborhood or local garden center. Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is in the A...
Herbal Allies for Breastfeeding
Our breasts are easily the most important feature during postpartum. In fact, I would argue that breasts play a significant role in every woman’...
St. John’s Wort: An Herbal Alternative to Hops in Beer
There’s no doubt that beer is experiencing a renaissance. According to the Read more
Postpartum: Birthing a Journey of Transitions
Giving birth is a phenomenon of life. The power of a woman, in all her creative prowess, is clearly seen and acknowledged in this moment. The jo...
Herb of the Month: St. John’s Wort
It’s no wonder that summer is the most cheerful season, because our most beloved sunshine remedies are in bloom, such as Hypericum perforatu...
Herbalism and Outdoor Nature Activities for Kids
Summer brings us lots of time to plan activities with our children. But it’s easy to run out of creative ideas as summer draws to a close with s...
3 Ways Essential Oils Differ from Herbal Tinctures
You’ve probably heard many opinions about essential oils this past year. We live in times where we seek alternative, at-home solutions for healt...
Empowered Self-Care: Finding Support from the Plant Kingdom
Self-care is a lifestyle. It’s not just an occasional afternoon nap or a good glass of wine and a soak in the bathtub. Although each of these ar...
Herb of the Month: Eleuthero
It's easy to be swept up in a full calendar of activities and to-dos, especially this summer after being apart for so long. As we collectively b...
Herbal Allies to Support an Active Lifestyle
If you live an active lifestyle, you most likely spend a significant amount of time planning meals and searching for supplements. After all — y...
Midsummer: Herbs of Summer Solstice
A gentle breeze. A radiant, sun-kissed feeling of warmth. The fragrance of jasmine. Cue “Summer Breeze” by Seals & Croft. No matter where yo...
Why Herbalists Use Alcohol in Tinctures: Curiosities & Concerns Answered
Have you ever wondered why some herbal tinctures contain alcohol? Or why alcohol is called “Spirits”? What decisions did ...
The Many Uses of Echinacea
We don't need to seek out the next great cure from the jungles in some distant local when we have local plants with abundant he...
5 Ways to Prioritize Mental Health
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This month reminds us that the stigmatization of those with mental illness needs to be countered with comp...
Midwifery Roots and Folk Herbalism
Midwifery, the practice of assisting women in childbirth, has existed for thousands of years. The role of a midwife includes monitoring pregnant...
Why WishGarden Uses Sustainably Sourced Glycerin
What is Glycerin? Glycerin, also known as glycerine or glycerol, is a sugar alcohol, with a backbone of 3 carbons, 5 hydrogensand 3 alc...
Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus)
Let's talk about the benefits of the red raspberry leaf (Rubus idaeus), specifically in pregnancy and midwifery. Red raspberry l...