No parent or guardian likes to see their child sick and suffering. Herbs have medicinal properties that help to support the physical body. But plants also have the ability to heal the emotional/spiritual body. The following ideas 1)create a relationship between plants and a child from a very early age. 2)surround children with healing “energy”Continue reading “Nurturing Kids With the Herbal World”
Category Archives: Fledglings (for kids)
Bedtime Syrup and Tummy Calm Glycerite (CATNIP)
If you have a “nervous” or anxious child that has trouble settling down before bedtime, this syrup is a lovely addition to hot tea or milk. A little goes a long way so a teaspoon is plenty. An infusion of catnip helped one of my daughters when she had anxiety about going to school. IContinue reading “Bedtime Syrup and Tummy Calm Glycerite (CATNIP)”
Homemade ROSE Flavored Marshmallows
If you have planned ahead and dried some rose petals, you can make this yummy treat anytime of year. The girls and I really loved trying out our own homemade marshmallows on a snowy spring day. Not everyone enjoys the floral flavor of rose. Feel free to experiment with other ingredients such as cocoa orContinue reading “Homemade ROSE Flavored Marshmallows”
Self Care Sunday Easter Basket (teens)
Some days my daughter awakens from sleep without her rosy cheeks, beautiful smile, and bright eyes. She has lost some vital energy in the night. Maybe she had a bad dream, needs a conversation with peers, stayed up too late, is worried about her future/current events, or is spending a lot of time indoors/on theContinue reading “Self Care Sunday Easter Basket (teens)”
DANDELION Root Toffee
A twist on traditional toffee recipes with a subtle, rich taste from the infused roots. This is super easy to make and something fun to do with kids on a snowy day. Anytime one is melting sugar there must be close adult supervision to avoid burns or accidents. Dandelion can be quite bitter and notContinue reading “DANDELION Root Toffee”
