If you’re looking to make herb-infused oil to use in home remedies or in your favorite recipes, you’re in the right place. Herb infused oil has many uses on the homestead and making it is a great skill to have for unpredictable times. But it’s about as simple as it gets, so it’s a great […]
Health and Wellness
Homemade SPF Lip Balm Recipe for Any Season
If you’re looking for a homemade SPF lip balm recipe that’s safe for the whole family, you’ve found it! I love being outside as much as possible, and with two small kids, it’s a survival thing (for some reason there’s less fighting outside!). But when we’re spending a lot of time in the sun we […]
How to Make a Tincture (+Alcohol-Free Option!)
Wondering how to make a tincture? Tinctures are a simple way to enjoy the power of herbal medicine. They’re easy to make, powerful, and convenient. As a homesteading, work-from-home, do all-the-things mama, I need this kind of remedy! Through my homesteading journey, I’ve fallen in love with herbal tinctures. They’ve helped me and my family […]
12 Best Healing Herbs for the Homestead
One of my favorite things to grow in the garden is medicinal plants and healing herbs. I love growing my own food, but growing and harvesting medicinal herbs is even more amazing! Why Grow Healing Herbs? The obvious answer is: So I can have natural, helpful herbs to support the body with any ailments my […]
Lavender Benefits and How to Grow It
One of my goals this year has been to learn more about herbal medicine. I’ve been using essential oils in personal care products and culinary herbs as medicine for years, but I wanted to learn more about them. First on my list was to learn more about lavender benefits and uses. I use lavender essential […]
How to Use Culinary Herbs Medicinally [Free Guide!]
If you’re trying to support your health with herbs, the easiest way to start is with culinary herbs. I’ve have been on a healing journey for many years now. I started with changing my diet (as I recommend to anyone trying to support their body’s natural health). But after getting my diet and lifestyle in […]