I have tried many remedies for sleep support in my kids (who are now teens). Glycerites, syrups, teas, tinctures, and flower remedies. This idea has been the most successful. The key is calling it “chai”. During the summer I chill it and throw in some boba. It also helps that is does not look likeContinue reading “Dream Dust (CALIFORNIA POPPY)”
Category Archives: Powders
Herbal Calamine “Lotion” (chamomile)
The weather is just starting to get nice. Plants and insects are making their appearance to coincide with more time spent outdoors. It is good to be prepared for things like bug bites/stings, poison ivy/oak, acne, boils, and itchy rashes of all kinds. This lotion contains ingredients to soothe, heal, draw out, prevent infection, andContinue reading “Herbal Calamine “Lotion” (chamomile)”
Cacao Ceremony (dandelion)
Ritual and connection are important nourishment for the human spirit. I was torn on which title to choose for this blog post. I am not trained in the ceremonial use of cacao. When I use this plant in a sacred way, I am doing so in the spirit of a Japanese tea ceremony. Cacao isContinue reading “Cacao Ceremony (dandelion)”
Prebiotic Electuary (MARSHMALLOW)*
Prebiotics are special plant fibers that support healthy bacteria to grow in your gut by providing them with food. They are carbohydrates that your body can’t digest, so they make it all the way to the colon where they are needed most. Your body’s microorganisms metabolize and ferment the prebiotics. Upon metabolism, byproducts such asContinue reading “Prebiotic Electuary (MARSHMALLOW)*”
Herbal Baby Powder and Diaper Rash Cream (CALENDULA)
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)”
Blackbird's Backyard Pharmacy 