Real Life Herbalism. Intentional Evolution. A Self Care Space for Midlife Women.
Gut health is not particularly glamorous. Nobody gets excited about talking about digestion, bowel habits, bloating, or the trillions of microorganisms currently setting up residence in their intestines. But I think we need to talk about it anyway. Over the years, I've noticed that when I'm consistently eating in a way that supports my digestive... Continue Reading →
Inflammation. If you've spent any time reading about health and wellness, you've almost certainly come across that word. It's linked to heart disease. Diabetes. Arthritis. Alzheimer's disease. It seems to show up in almost every conversation about long-term health. It definitely sounds important—but also a little vague, and if we're being honest, a little buzzword-y.... Continue Reading →
Lemon balm was one of the very first herbs I learned about as a beginner herbalist. All these years later, it’s still one of those plants I use and recommend consistently. It is, without a doubt, one of my absolute favorites. It works gently, it’s incredibly easy to grow, and it actually tastes delicious, with... Continue Reading →
For years, many of us in midlife operated on autopilot, moving through busy schedules, putting others first, and pushing past fatigue. By the time we reach 40, many of us start to realize that we have less energy and more responsibilities than ever before. Suddenly, our reliable habits of running on coffee and sheer will... Continue Reading →
Weight gain in midlife, particularly around the belly, is one of the most common complaints of perimenopausal women. A little while back, the exact same diet and the exact same exercise routines I’ve always used suddenly resulted in a few extra pounds. I didn't realize it was happening until I noticed that my clothes weren’t... Continue Reading →
Perimenopause can feel so confusing. One minute you feel fine… and the next you’re sweaty, anxious, exhausted, irrationally irritated, and wondering why your body feels so unfamiliar. And the most frustrating part? You can be doing “everything right” and still feel completely off balance thanks to unpredictable hormone fluctuations. This is where many women begin... Continue Reading →
The Midday Crash You know how this is… Your day is moving along fine. You’re getting things done, feeling like you have a handle on things and then suddenly–it hits. The irritability.The slight shakiness.The sudden, desperate need for a sugary latte and a nap. We’ve all been there… But when I hit midlife, I began... Continue Reading →
Years ago, I never gave much thought to sleep. I could fall asleep without much trouble…stay asleep, then wake up feeling bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. That's how sleep works, right? Not much to think about… Then everything started to get a little more complicated. I rarely have trouble falling asleep–but staying asleep became an issue. Some... Continue Reading →
Midlife has a way of sneaking up on you… and then one day, your brain fog clears enough to realize that your body and your mind don't feel like they're working the way they used to. At least, that’s how it happened for me. I used to handle stress and emotions better.I slept easily, and... Continue Reading →
