May 2022 – Blackbird's Backyard Pharmacy

Plantain and Matcha Anti-aging Body Butter

I have some beautiful large leaf plantain coming up in the garden this year. I can’t wait to make an infused oil with it. This body butter has the nicest qualities. Very smooth and silky. It soothes, heals and hydrates the skin by increasing circulation to the tissues. You will notice a dramatic change inContinue reading “Plantain and Matcha Anti-aging Body Butter”

Fried Sage Leaves

Usually by late October there has been a snowstorm to wipe out all of the herbs in my garden. As our climate changes, even in early fall, I now not only have tender flowers surviving but I am still harvesting an overabundance of things like sage, fennel, horehound, oregano and calendula. Sage has a powerfulContinue reading “Fried Sage Leaves”

Tummy Calm Salve (Fennel)

Whether you are a first time or seasoned mom, it is difficult and exhausting to sit with a baby who has “colic”. Symptoms can be stomach spasms, bloating, constipation, diarrhea and pain. Causes can be an immature nervous system, allergies, poor/sluggish digestion, contaminated food, inflammation, tight muscles, and stagnation/energy blockage. Mom often just needs toContinue reading “Tummy Calm Salve (Fennel)”

Winter Bath Salts (Spruce)

Using herbs for winter baths is one of my favorite cold weather rituals. There will come a day in February when one is low in energy and craving a sensual experience that enlivens your very soul. When it comes to formulating a bath mixture I am all about letting instinct and aesthetics guide my hand.Continue reading “Winter Bath Salts (Spruce)”

Cysts and Growths Salve (VIOLET)

This salve may take a bit of planning to make as it really does require fresh dandelion, violet leaves, and milkweed leaves. You can infuse the ingredients separately and combine the oils when you make the salve. Or depending on where you live, timing might allow you the harvest and make an oil with allContinue reading “Cysts and Growths Salve (VIOLET)”