Happy Monday, everyone! I hope your week is off to a soft and grounded start. This week’s Weed of the Week is one of my favorites (I feel like I say that about a lot of plants 😂) and one of the most overlooked: Chickweed (Stellaria media) At first glance, it’s easy to dismiss chickweed as just another “yard weed”, but this little plant is actually a powerful, cooling, and nourishing spring ally. 🌿 Why Chickweed Matters: Chickweed tends to show up right when the body is coming out of winter, a time when things can feel stagnant, inflamed, or a little sluggish. Energetically, chickweed is: - Cooling - Moistening - Soothing to irritated tissues Which makes it especially supportive during spring transitions. ✨ Traditional Uses Historically, chickweed has been used to support: - Skin irritation (itchy, dry, inflamed skin) - Gentle lymphatic movement - Digestive comfort - Overall nourishment (it’s actually mineral-rich and edible!) It’s one of those plants that doesn’t come in loud, but works quietly and consistently. 🫖 Simple Ways to Work With It - Add it fresh to salads (it has a mild, slightly sweet/green taste) - Infuse it into oils for skin support - Make a fresh herbal infusion (best used fresh vs. dried) 🌼 A Little Folklore Chickweed has long been associated with cooling excess heat, both physically and energetically in folk traditions, it was seen as a plant that helps soften irritation in the body and in life. 🌱 This Week’s Invitation If you have chickweed growing near you, take a moment to: - Sit with it - Observe it - Maybe even taste a small, properly identified piece What shows up for you?

I just wanted to take a moment to say how excited I am that you’re here. Truly! This space keeps getting more beautiful because of each of you joining ✨ I also want to share something honestly (and a little frustrating on my end 😅): When you request to join, I do see your answer to the membership question, but only once during the approval process. After that, it disappears on my side, which means I can’t go back and personally respond the way I would love to. And if you know me, you know I want to connect with you! So if you’re new here, I’d love for you to reintroduce yourself below: ✨ What drew you to herbalism? ✨ Are you just starting out or have you been on this path for a while? ✨ Is there anything specific you’re hoping to learn? This helps me get to know you better AND create content that actually supports you 💙 Thank you for being here, for caring about the plants, and for being part of this growing community. More goodness coming soon! — Alex

Hi everyone!! I created something a free guide called "The Bitter Truth: A Beginner’s Guide to Digestive Bitters" Bitters are one of the oldest tools in herbalism, but also one of the most misunderstood. Inside the guide, I go over: • how bitters actually work in the body • when they’re helpful (and when they’re not) • a breakdown of classic bitter herbs like gentian, dandelion, burdock + more • why bitters aren’t meant to be overused One of the biggest things I wanted to emphasize is that bitters are powerful, and they work best when used intentionally, not just added into your routine without understanding them. If you’ve ever struggled with digestion, bloating, or just wanted to understand bitters better, I think you’ll really enjoy this. You can download it here on this post! I’d love to know if you read it and if you have questions, drop them below so we can talk through them together. Have you tried any of these bitters? Happy Friday!

Hey everyone! I’ve been a little quiet this past week from family and my birthday, but I’m back and easing into things again. I hope you’re all having a really beautiful week so far! Spring is in full swing here, and it’s one of my favorite times to reconnect with the plants around us, especially the ones people often overlook. One of the coolest things about early spring and herbalism, is how many of the plants popping up right now are what we call “spring allies.” These plants tend to support the body in gentle cleansing, nourishment, and movement after the slower, heavier winter months. Think of herbs that: - Help stimulate digestion - Support lymphatic movement - Offer mineral-rich nourishment - Gently “wake up” the body again And the best part? A lot of them are growing right under our feet, often labeled as “weeds”! Which leads me to what’s coming next! I’ll be sharing a post soon all about Purple Dead Nettle, a super common spring plant that has way more to offer than most people realize. Stay tuned for that! There’s also a video up on my socials if you prefer not to wait. 💜 In the meantime, I’d love to hear: Have you noticed any spring plants popping up near you lately? Below are some photo examples of the medicinal “weeds” I have growing in my yard at the moment!

We’re continuing the Therapeutic Terminology series! 🌿 Let’s kick it off (or keep it rolling ) with: A is for Anticatarrhal Try saying that three times fast while congested…I’ll wait haha An anticatarrhal herb helps the body clear out excess mucus, especially from the sinuses, throat, and lungs.Think of it as your plant-powered mucus manager . When might you reach for anticatarrhal herbs? • Sinus pressure or congestion • That drippy/sneezy/stuffy feeling • Allergies, colds, or post-nasal drip Herbal all-stars: ✨ Elderflower - classic sinus support ✨ Eyebright - great for irritated, watery sinuses ✨ Goldenrod - underrated + supportive for allergies ✨ Peppermint - opens airways + helps thin mucus How to use: • Tea (my personal favorite) • Steam inhalations • Tinctures 📌 Save this for allergy season or the next time your sinuses decide to act up 💬 Drop below: have you worked with any of these herbs before?