Pregnancy is a delicate time where women should choose to nurture and manage their bodies in the most holistic way possible. In addition, many common conventional medicines are contraindicated during pregnancy. Here is a list of common herbs used to heal ailments and imbalances that may arise during your pregnancy. Nettles – cleanses and strengthens […]
February 18, 2014
1. Believe in Yourself. Women have the natural ability to birth a child. Keep this in mind even as you are planning to conceive. Meditate on it throughout your pregnancy. Keep in mind that pain is subjective and you control how your body reacts to it. YOU are in control. Birth is a part of […]
January 18, 2014
There are so many beautiful things about being a woman. From our menstrual cycle, to our ability to discern, love and create life we are amazing. One of the most beautiful things a woman’s body has the ability to do besides creating life is the development of the placenta. We have the ability to create […]
January 15, 2014
By Letitia of Peace of Food My daily beauty regimen has always been pretty simple. I normally wash my face with Dr. Bronner’s peppermint soap; I moisturize with Shea butter or coconut oil, slap on some foundation and call it a day. I’ve never been into using toner, probably because that was an extra step […]
January 10, 2014
Overcoming and Angry Vagina: The Journey to Womb Wellness by Queen Afua : The title says it all. This book focuses on emotions and their effect on your womb. Read this work to learn to listen to your womb and tell her story with peace and love. Sacred Woman: A Guide to Healing the Feminine […]
January 9, 2014
Drink more Water: The body needs water everyday! If you’re thirsty, then you’re already dehydrated. Kept track of how much water you drink during the day. We need water to help flush out toxins from our bodies and to cleanse our organs. It is vital! (Avoid soda, alcohol and drinks that contain high fructose corn syrup.) […]
January 7, 2014
Honey is the sweet liquid made by bees from the nectar of various flowers. It has a range of flavors depending on the source of the nectar. It is almost as sweet as refined white sugar and has many more health benefits. It can be used as an alternative sweetener in cooking, smoothies, as a […]
January 5, 2014
Most people do not know that before World War II menstrual products were non-disposable. These non-disposable products did not contain the chemicals that are placed in the pads and tampons made today. Tampons, sanitary napkins and diapers are bleached with chlorine to whiten them and the by-product is a carcinogen(cancer causing cell) called dioxin. Dioxin […]
December 27, 2013
“The most profound relationship you will ever have is the one with yourself” Women are universal givers. We give 365 days of the year. Nurturing, educating, healing, feeding and supporting are just a few of our responsibilities. In addition to our commitments to our families and friends we are striving for healthy relationships with ourselves. […]
December 21, 2013
Back in October holBOX put together a yoni themed edition that focused on optimal vagina health. For this edition we were lucky to partner with www.organicbloodline.com to extend a 25% discount to our subscriber for purchase of a yoni egg. Our resident doula, Tracie Brown received a yoni egg and she took the time to […]
April 22, 2014
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