• Skip to main content
  • Skip to header right navigation
  • Skip to after header navigation
  • Skip to site footer
Wellness Mama®

Wellness Mama®

Simple Answers for Healthier Families

  • About
  • Resources
  • Podcast
  • Blog
    • Beauty
    • Health
    • Mama Wellness
    • Natural Home
    • Natural Remedies
    • Organization
    • Travel
    • Recipes
    • Reviews
  • Shop
  • Health
  • Natural Home
  • Motherhood
  • Natural Remedies
  • Beauty
  • Organization
  • Travel
  • Recipes
  • Reviews
magnesium foot scrub

Natural Remedies Articles & Tutorials

Recipe for Homemade Herbal Cough Drops or Lozenges with Herbs and Honey

Homemade Herbal Cough Drops

January 10, 2013 by Katie Wells

It seems that the flu has hit many people pretty hard this year! So far, we’ve gotten by with only minor sniffles, but I’ve got some natural remedies on hand just in case! One recipe I’ve finally perfected and am happy with is this one for homemade herbal cough drops! Most cough drops contain sugar …

Read moreHomemade Herbal Cough Drops
Natural Remedies for PMS and Cramps that actually work!

Natural Remedies for PMS & Cramps

December 21, 2012 by Katie Wells

I get more hormone and fertility related questions than any other topic, and my post on nine ways to balance hormones naturally has been my most visited post every single day for the last several months! Hormones have a much bigger impact that many people realize, and women who struggle from hormone related pain and other …

Read moreNatural Remedies for PMS & Cramps
Uses and benefits of Yarrow Leaves and Flowers- a great soothing and healing herb

Yarrow Herb Profile

December 16, 2012 by Katie Wells

Yarrow is an herb that I always keep on hand, especially with kids. It is part of my Sweet Dreams Sleep Tincture and I often add it to teas or preparations. What is Yarrow? According to Mountain Rose Herbs: “It is a long-stemmed member of the sunflower family found in the wild throughout the temperate regions of …

Read moreYarrow Herb Profile
Black Walnut Herb- Good for digestion - parasite removal- hair dye

Black Walnut Hull Herb Profile

December 1, 2012 by Katie Wells

Black Walnut Hull or Juglans Nigra is, just as it sounds, the hull of the black walnut tree. The Black Walnut tree grows in the eastern US and parts of Canada, and while easy to grow, it is not plentiful. What is Black Walnut? Black Walnut has been used in herbal medicine for thousands of …

Read moreBlack Walnut Hull Herb Profile
Elderberries-Natural remedy and immune booster for flu season

Immune-Boosting Benefits of Elderberry (& How I Use It)

November 26, 2012 by Katie Wells

I’ve written before about using elderberries to help beat the seasonal flu. In our house, we are always trying to find ways to support the immune system so we can keep from getting sick (or at least recover more quickly). Elderberries are a great way to do that! What Is Elderberry? Elderberries have gained popularity …

Read moreImmune-Boosting Benefits of Elderberry (& How I Use It)
Homeade Gummy Vitamins- Kids love these and they are gut friendly, inexpensive and customizeable to your child- for grown ups too

Homemade Chewable Vitamins Recipe

October 22, 2012 by Katie Wells

I get a lot of questions about how I get my kids to take vitamins and while mine will just take their cod liver oil, probiotics, and magnesium without a problem … it got me thinking. I combined one of their favorite natural snacks (jello/homemade gummy bears) with vitamins to make a healthy, gut-boosting, and really kid-friendly …

Read moreHomemade Chewable Vitamins Recipe
Arnica for muscle recovery and healing

Arnica Herb Profile

October 19, 2012 by Katie Wells

Arnica is well known for its ability to help with bruises, sprains, strains, etc and can remove shock and speed healing. It can be put on areas of trauma after falls, accidents, etc.

Read moreArnica Herb Profile
Plantain-Backyard Healing Herb

Plantain: A Healing Herb in Your Backyard

July 7, 2012 by Katie Wells

Plantain is one herb that I literally would not be without. It grows in abundance in our yard so we use it fresh during the warm seasons and dry and freeze for use in the winter. I make salves with it for calming bug bites, rashes and burns and it works wonders. What is Plantain? …

Read morePlantain: A Healing Herb in Your Backyard
Homemade Tooth Powder recipe- all natural and works great

Remineralizing Tooth Powder Recipe

June 21, 2012 by Katie Wells

My remineralizing toothpaste is one of my most visited posts and I’ve gotten a lot of emails from people who have switched and love it. After my husband and I both remineralized our teeth and reversed cavities, I definitely became a convert to natural toothpastes and a supportive diet. The only downfall to my homemade …

Read moreRemineralizing Tooth Powder Recipe
herb profile chamomile

Chamomile Herb Profile

May 5, 2012 by Katie Wells

Chamomile is one of the most well-known herbs, and one I’m never without, especially with small children. It is widely available in tea form, but can also be made into capsules, tinctures, or used in cosmetic applications. Chamomile flowers are mildly sedative, making them wonderful for improving sleep quality and relaxation. I use chamomile in place of …

Read moreChamomile Herb Profile
Plantain-Backyard Healing Herb

Herb Profile: Plantain

April 7, 2012 by Katie Wells

Plantain is a useful herb that is often considered a weed by most people. It is native to Europe and parts of Asia, but was said to have been introduced to North America when the settlers came from Europe. It’s scientific name is Plantago Major, and it likely grows in your yard. The leaves are …

Read moreHerb Profile: Plantain
homemade tincture to help kids sleep better

Catnip Herb Profile

March 24, 2012 by Katie Wells

You’ve probably heard of Catnip herb before, and true to its name, you probably heard of it in reference to its properties that are highly attractive to felines. What is much less well-known, are the practical uses of this herb for humans. Catnip Uses Catnip is one of my favorite herbs for children. I use …

Read moreCatnip Herb Profile
Homemade Healing Salve Recipe- Like Neosporin but more effective and all natural

Homemade Healing Salve

December 5, 2011 by Katie Wells

Last week, within the span of one day, three of my kids needed a band-aid for some reason. With five kids who like to climb, jump and live in their treehouse, this is a common occurrence, so I decided to find a natural salve option to use instead of conventional ones like Neosporin. A Healing …

Read moreHomemade Healing Salve
Natural Remedies for Food Poisoning

Natural Remedies for Food Poisoning

October 28, 2011 by Katie Wells

So, I didn’t get a chance to post yesterday, or to do much else for that matter. In fact, I spent most of the day getting a very close view of just how badly the inside of the toilet needed to be cleaned. After a lovely date with my husband on Wednesday night, I started …

Read moreNatural Remedies for Food Poisoning
homemade tincture to help kids sleep better

Sweet Dreams Sleep Tincture Recipe

June 15, 2011 by Katie Wells

I love this natural sleep tincture recipe, made from some of my favorite herbs. It is a mildly and naturally relaxing and calming tincture that is great for sleep disturbances. We don’t have to use it often, but when one of the kids is sick, or we are traveling and their schedules are crazy, this …

Read moreSweet Dreams Sleep Tincture Recipe
how to make natural digestion tincture recipe

Herbal Digestion Tincture Remedy

May 22, 2011 by Katie Wells

This is by far the most used tincture in my homemade herbal remedy cabinet. It is simple to make, but very effective against early pregnancy nausea, motion sickness, and tummy aches that happen when the kids eat unhealthy food when we are not at home. I’ve used this herbal digestion tincture in transition during labor …

Read moreHerbal Digestion Tincture Remedy
how to make chamomile tincture for kids

Homemade Chamomile Tincture

May 9, 2011 by Katie Wells

Chamomile is one of my favorite herbs because of its delicate scent and great taste in teas. It is my absolute favorite herb for kids and I keep a tincture of Chamomile on hand for any childhood aches and ailments. Switching to a real food diet has eliminated our bouts with ear infections and stuffy …

Read moreHomemade Chamomile Tincture
Benefits and uses of thyme

Uses & Benefits of Thyme Herb

April 28, 2011 by Katie Wells

Thyme is an amazing herb that originated in the Mediterranean and that has been used for thousands of years. From Mountain Rose Herbs: An aromatic herb in the mint family, thyme grows to a height of fifteen inches (about 40 cm), with small rounded leaves and pink flowers on woody stems. Today the plant is …

Read moreUses & Benefits of Thyme Herb
7 Quick Natural Remedies that you probably already have at home

7 Simple Natural Remedies

January 7, 2011 by Katie Wells

I’m always looking for natural ways to solve health issues. Here are seven quick natural remedies for common problems your family may encounter. For Sore Throat One of the easies natural remedies I’ve found for sore throat:  mix 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar with a couple teaspoons of raw honey (optional) and drink in 8 oz …

Read more7 Simple Natural Remedies
Blessed Thistle uses and benefits

Blessed Thistle Herb Profile

December 16, 2009 by Katie Wells

Blessed Thistle (also known as Holy Thistle or St. Benedict’s Thistle) was given this name due to its reputation as a cure-all. It’s Latin name, Cnicus Benedictus, was given because its ability to cure was considered a gift from God. It is perhaps most well known for its usage with female related problems, though it …

Read moreBlessed Thistle Herb Profile
Should I do a liver cleanse

Natural Liver & Gall Bladder Cleanse

October 9, 2009 by Katie Wells

I get a lot of questions about liver and gallbladder problems so I am posting a cleanse that is designed to flush out toxins from the liver and gallstones from the gallbladder. It is a relatively inexpensive cleanse and can be done with things from your grocery store. Natural Gallbladder Cleanse Please note that I …

Read moreNatural Liver & Gall Bladder Cleanse
Red Clover Uses and Benefits

Red Clover Herb Profile

October 2, 2009 by Katie Wells

Red Clover herb is a simple to find herb with many uses. Here are a few of the most common uses. Red Clover Uses One: The isoflavones that are contained in the herb may help raise HDL cholesterol (the good kind). Two: This is often used for children that have a persistent, bad cough. Three: Blood flow seems to …

Read moreRed Clover Herb Profile
  • ← Previous
  • Go to page 1
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Go to page 4
  • Go to page 5
  • Go to page 6

About

  • About
  • Sitemap
  • Start Here
  • Comment Policy
  • Affiliate Disclosure
  • Newsletter
  • Full Disclaimer
  • Promo Guidelines
  • Contact
  • Shop

The Blog

  • All Posts
  • Resources
  • Recipes
  • Natural Remedies
  • Beauty
  • Health
  • Natural Home
  • Mama Wellness
  • Organization
  • Travel
  • Podcast
  • Reviews

Copyright © 2022 · Wellness Mama® · All Rights Reserved · Powered by Mai Theme

Stay in the know.

Simple Answers for Healthier Families