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New moms are frequently surprised by just how much there is to learn about breastfeeding. In fact, it's not unusual for first-time moms to be unaware of terms like foremilk and hindmilk. What are foremilk and hindmilk? Are you concerned...

Taking a warm, relaxing bath has lots of benefits all on its own. Water is known to relax, de-stress, and even detox our bodies. Adding herbs to bath time increases these benefits and is therapeutic for your body and mind....

Lemongrass is an herb used frequently to flavor food in Southeast Asia. It's also often used in South America and Africa to make a fragrant tea. Besides seasoning, lemongrass is used in both eastern and western countries for its health...

For sleep-deprived new moms, caffeine can be a lifesaver. It's the boost of energy they need to get them through one more nursing session, baby's bath, or making a meal for themselves. No matter how helpful the energy boost of...

If you have oily skin, you know how frustrating it can be to deal with. Breakouts, a shiny face, makeup sliding off- it all starts to drive you crazy. Products for oily skin can be really harsh and irritating, maybe...

Fennel is a nutritious vegetable that can be added to many different recipes. The bulb is often sliced up and added to soups, salads, and other dishes. The feathery leaves of the fennel plant have an anise-like flavor and are...

Witch hazel has become a popular ingredient in all kinds of skincare and over-the-counter products. It's been used as a natural remedy for hundreds of years and has found its way into toners, face washes, ointments, and more. There are...

If you have seasonal allergies, you might associate goldenrod with sneezing and sniffling. In fact, goldenrod is a much valued medicinal herb with many health benefits. There's also the fact that ragweed is usually sneakily responsible for those late summer...

You've probably already experienced the benefits of vitamin E for your skin without even knowing it. Vitamin E is a nutrient found in many different plant-based foods. The oil is also widely used in skincare products and cosmetics. Sometimes called...

The health benefits of turmeric have been known for a long time by traditional practitioners in its native land. In the western part of the world, turmeric was viewed for a long time merely as the spice that gave curry...

If you love using herbs and natural remedies for health, it's only natural to want to share that with your children, too. But with all the information (and misinformation) out there, it can feel overwhelming to figure out what's safe...

Oaks are beautiful and stately trees that can stand for hundreds of years. You may think of them primarily as shade trees or as a source of hardwood for flooring, cabinets, etc., but some varieties have also been used medicinally....

Most new parents love the convenience and efficiency of using a breast pump. These machines help moms to express milk for their infant so that the baby can eat even if mom isn't immediately available. Several breast pump models made...

Getting a good night's rest is crucial to staying healthy. Unfortunately, at least 33% of Americans are not getting the recommended amount of sleep each night. (1) Not getting enough sleep is not just a recipe for being tired the...

While new parents hope and imagine that breastfeeding will be a completely easy, natural and rewarding experience, this is not always the case. One of the things that may make breastfeeding more of a challenge for some moms is having...

Goldenseal is a valuable medicinal herb native to North America. Used and valued by Native Americans, it was introduced to European settlers and is now one of the top five herbal supplements in the U.S. The benefits of goldenseal include...

Sometimes you can tell a lot about an herb just from its name. Cramp bark is one of those herbs with most of its benefits related to relieving cramps and spasms. Cramp bark was often used by European herbalists and...

Pomace olive oil (also called olive oil pomace) is a specific type of olive oil. It's less expensive than extra virgin and virgin olive oils while still retaining many of the same health benefits. Many people have likely never heard...

The negative health impact sugar can have (especially when over-consumed) has led to an abundance of alternative sweeteners. Stevia is one such sweetener that has shot to popularity, but the health benefits of stevia go far beyond just its sweet...

Hemp is an ancient crop, textile, and medicinal plant that's finally making a come-back. Interest in this cannabis plant is soaring and rightfully so. Practically the whole plant can be used in some way, and it's a highly renewable resource....

Chaparral leaf is a medicinal herb that many people are unfamiliar with. If you've ever lived in or visited the desert areas of the southwestern U.S., you might be familiar with it by another name: creosote bush. Creosote or chaparral...