When I first got my period at 13, I wore generic Playtex and Always tampons and pads, sometimes scented. I didn't know any better. In college I met a friend who used a Diva Cup and thought it was genius. When I interned at an Ayurvedic health center in 2009, I remember telling my boss how great they were and being surprised that she didn't share my enthusiasm. I continued to use them for about 10 years. As I started going deeper into pelvic health just over the last five year

Most swimwear sits against skin for hours in warm, wet conditions that open pores. Synthetic fabrics can shed microplastics and leach chemicals like PFAS and formaldehyde during contact, which is part of why polyester and nylon are common eczema and rash triggers. Dyes matter too: even a natural fiber suit can carry a toxic load if it isn't dyed cleanly, which is why the certifications below are worth knowing about. Four years ago I landed on a Patagonia suit made from recyc

A few years ago, I shared my first batch of homemade soap here, a recipe from friends using cocoa butter, olive oil, and coconut oil. I've made it many times since, and it's a beautiful soap. This time, I went in a different direction. I've been more and more drawn toward older ways: the kitchen as apothecary, the pantry as medicine cabinet, the wisdom in fats that our great-grandmothers rendered without thinking twice. So this batch is built on beef tallow and pastured lard

As we move toward the summer solstice, it's a perfect time to align our lifestyle choices with the season's natural rhythms. True wellness extends beyond diet to encompass every aspect of how we nourish and protect our bodies. Here are just a few of my favorite ways to prepare the entire being for summer's intensity through mindful, Earth-connected living.

Pelvic steaming is an ancient cross cultural practice of sitting over medicinal herbal steam. A regular steam practice increases...

I grew up on a small organic farm in rural Maine, and one of my favorite snacks in the early summer was Rhubarb. My siblings and I ate it...

Snow blankets the Maine Earth in quiet stillness. After the bustle of the holidays, moving into three more months of winter can feel...

The pelvic area is the home of the sacral chakra, the second of seven energy centers in our being. This area is the center for sexuality,...

Four years ago, I made a New Year’s resolution to take a walk every morning; I’m happy to report that it’s one resolution I have kept!...

In my last blog post, I highlighted some of my favorite backyard wild plants for a spring salad. This month’s blog features some of my...

I love this time of year in Maine, when mama Earth warms up after the long cold winter, and the spring blooms fill the air with their...

In last month’s blog post, I introduced the beneficial practice for women of all ages, Pelvic Steaming. This month, I explore a...

For the past two years, I’ve been learning about womb care to support myself, clients, and friends. One of the most supportive practices...

In my last two blog posts, I explained the snake and moon images of my new logo. This is the final installment of the series, and I will...

In my last post, I began a description of my new business logo, beginning with the symbolism of the Snake. In this post, I describe the...

This fall, I began to contemplate a new logo for my healing arts business. After much thought, prayer, and dreamwork, I eventually...

My last blog post was about creating an altar and setting sacred space to honor the unseen energies, creativity, and presence. For this...

Building an altar connects us to the unseen energies, the natural world, helping us build self-trust, creativity, intention, and presence...

Late summer calls us to harvest fully ripened bountiful veggies and mingle their delightful flavors in all our meals! Here are some of my...

The summer sun feels hot, fiery, and humid, even on the Maine coast. The season is busy caring for the garden, harvesting blooms and...