I don’t have many babies in my life anymore but these were two fun things to make anyway. When choosing ingredients for little ones it is important to choose plants that are non toxic/safe and unlikely to cause allergic reactions. Always do a spot test on a baby’s wrist just in case. Aster allergies areContinue reading “Herbal Baby Powder and Diaper Rash Cream (CALENDULA)”
Monthly Archives: June 2021
Homemade Facial Toner (CHAMOMILE)
My face has been breaking out a lot lately. It is not related to hormones or oily skin. Rather it is more of a heat condition that I blame on allergies (we have been remodeling) or bacteria (that I picked up and have been spreading by lack of a skin care routine). I am reallyContinue reading “Homemade Facial Toner (CHAMOMILE)”
Homegrown Moxie Moxa
I finally got around to processing my moxa which has been drying in the basement for a couple of months. What is moxa you ask? It is a dried and “powdered” herb that is used in moxibustion. This is a Chinese Medicine therapy that involves burning the herb ( in various forms) while in closeContinue reading “Homegrown Moxie Moxa”
Lemon Balm Curd
My eldest daughter is really into baking this year. She is always requesting to have a “lemonade” stand too. It has been a challenge to find quick and easy recipes that meet with her approval or a venue that is safe for her entrepreneurial and charitable spirit. Lemon Oat Bars have proven to be popular withContinue reading “Lemon Balm Curd”
