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How to treat your family with natural medicine

14 posts from herbal medicine

Grove of hazel trees, glowing bright green in the sunshine

August 15, 2024 by thegreenparent in seasonal celebration

Celtic Tree Ogham: Hazel (The Knower)

Born under the sign of the hazel tree, you have an inner treasure to offer - the fruits of your knowledge. You have a strong ability to communicate ideas

Paid-members July 26, 2024 by melissacorkhill in festivals

A beautiful remedy to open the heart when you’re feeling down

Highlights of Buddhafield, a gentle remedy to bring more joy, and how Montessori has transformed our daily life!

Paid-members July 10, 2024 by thegreenparent in natural health

What Children Gain from Childhood Infections

The more we try to fight childhood illnesses with vaccines and antibiotics instead of living with them and strengthening ourselves the more we weaken our immune system

Photograph of plant milk in a saucepan with chamomile and lavender flowers

May 22, 2024 by thegreenparent in natural health

How to Make Moon Milk and Other Chamomile Treats

One of my first experiences of using herbs medicinally was with chamomile. Verdant, fresh and with an apple-like scent, chamomile is one herb that we should all grow.

May 10, 2024 by melissacorkhill in herbal medicine

A Woman's Weed: Why I Grow Nettles for Health

Stinging nettles are a super useful plant - they offer health benefits, can be woven into a fine cloth and attract wildlife to the garden in droves. Find out more about this plant's special powers.

Photograph of a small child in a floral t-shirt in a meadow, sniffing a daisy

May 10, 2024 by thegreenparent in herbal medicine

How to Treat Hayfever Naturally

Ugh, it's hayfever season. Symptoms can include itchy, red sore eyes, frequent sneezing, tiredness and irritability. Here are the best home treatments.