by Spiraea Herbs | Sep 11, 2012 | Bach Flowers, Herbalism, Materia Medica, Natural Health, Pregnancy and Babies
Flower remedies are a powerful energetic helper for a time in your life when you may be wary of taking medications and drugs. While they do not provide the same effects that a Gravol or an epidural will, that doesn’t mean they can’t be of great benefit. Flower...
by Spiraea Herbs | Jul 3, 2012 | Digestive Health, Emotional Health, Herbalism, Materia Medica, Natural Health, Pregnancy and Babies
The topic of using herbs during pregnancy is a complicated one. There are many health practitioners that will tell you to avoid all herbs while you’re pregnant; with the possible exception of the odd herbal tea. If you or your practitioner has little to no...
by Spiraea Herbs | Apr 8, 2010 | Herbalism, Materia Medica, Natural Health, Pregnancy and Babies
HERBAL INFORMATION – Ginger Family: Zingiberaceae Latin names: Zingiber officinale Common names: Ginger, Root ginger Parts Used: Rhizome; essential oil Constituents: Volatile oil (1% to 3% – occasionally more), primarily containing the sequiterpenes...
by Spiraea Herbs | Mar 21, 2010 | DIY Herbal, DIY Projects, Herbalism, Homesteading, Natural Health, Photos, Pregnancy and Babies
Today I finished making my very first batch of Mum & Babe Herbal Sitz Bath. Next weekend they are being delivered to my friend who runs a midwifery clinic in Orangeville. I’m super excited! Here are some photos of the whole process. Enjoy, Correne Getting...
