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Honoring the Creativity of the Goddess

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My life has forever been changed after answering the call to become a Mother. The whole process opened me up in ways I never imagined possible. Working through the fears, learning about the importance of deep nutrition, respecting the subtle and not-so-subtle energies that lined the entire path. . . Such a fast track to deep soul-searching and prioritization of things in my life.

In order for a woman’s body to birth a baby naturally, all of the energy pathways (chakras) must be open to allow the new life to flow through. INTENSE to say the least! It marked a time for me of deep reflection and having to stare many fears right in the face.

“The way out is through.”

This whole new journey I embarked upon led to more questions and more answers within myself than ever before. The role of Mother is so very closely attuned with Mother Earth (Gaia). Right now Gaia is undergoing much cleansing, shifting, etc. and we must commit ourselves to holding in highest regard the health and protection of that which is being birthed. The glorious and golden new baby of Mother Earth. A new life. A new way. On a personal level, we can definitely feel what our home planet is going through. And I feel that women especially are picking up on the great cleansing. We must remember that we are One.

There is much trauma in our world due to living disconnected from our innate connection with Earth – and ourselves. When women ask me about my unassisted birth story, before I can even answer, I am usually met with a story of their deep birth trauma. Epidurals, C-sections, not being heard – disconnection from baby – feeling as if a storm took over and dreams were shattered and power was stripped. This all feels very painful to me. An event that was once marked as an Initiation, a Holy Rite of Passage, has turned to an “emergency” that can only be “safely” executed in a sterilized hospital setting.  A Woman, in completely surrendering herself to birthing energy, is in the most vulnerable/open/powerful state. And when that is taken from her (often without her knowing), it creates a wound (physically & emotionally – on a deep subconscious level), that most who have been through it try their hardest to forget. But the cells do not forget. They hold onto and grip all unintegrated painful experiences, so that we may learn, grow, and move on. The plight of women these days is reminiscent of that of the Earth’s. Infertility problems, traumatic experiences, fear for what is to come, an outsourcing of one’s power, being scared of what is natural or untampered with. . .

“Normal” and “natural” are not the same!

I have heard the call to help and I am answering. I intend to assist women – mothers, soon-to-be-mothers, those who wish to be mothers or simply wish to honor the feminine within. I have always felt drawn to restore the Earth however I know how, and now I realize that that is taking the form of honoring Woman. Honoring the creativity of Goddess. My years of study, personal experience, working with the spiritual realm, becoming attuned to Reiki, love of nutrition/nourishment, etc. has led me to now offer:

  • Reiki classes – So that whoever wishes can be attuned to this loving, gentle, powerful energy
  • Hosting Women’s support groups – Where we can share birth stories, parenting stories, allow open communication and integration. Feeling heard is an important step of the process!
  • Assisting with nutritional strategies – To help with fertility and harmony in the body/mind/spirit. What can you eat to prepare for conception, pregnancy, breastfeeding?
  • Lymphatic Decongestion sessions – Reduce inflammation, fade scars, boost immunities, help shift grief to peace
  • Energy work – Work through past traumas, fears, anxieties, etc. Access your deepest innate healing potential!
I honor your creativity, I honor womb*an, and I honor you! If you feel that I can assist you (over-the-phone, in person, via email, etc.) contact me at: wildmedicinals@gmail.com // 845.418.2211

Rite of Passage, Rite of Spring

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Rite of Passage, Rite of Spring

With the recent passing of the Vernal Equinox, life is full of sprouting seeds these days! The air is filled with pollen and pure potential. All that laid dormant throughout the Winter is now in a state of brilliant and bright unfurling. In my home, we have recently been enjoying a true Spring delicacy and wild food ~ fiddlehead ferns, lightly salted and cooked in pure raw cow butter. Absolutely delicious!

With eating seasonally, locally, and as wildly as possible, you really get to take in all the greatness that your environment has to offer. Our family has been appreciating such nourishment alongside our equally nourishing daily Chaga tea. The excitement of new life in the air has motivated us to get out into the wilderness to forage for more wild medicinals. Nothing beats getting out and playing alongside the natural elements while finding and collecting happy, vibrant, living foods. It is like working with Law of Attraction on a whole other level. Learn all you can from what foods are growing wildly in your area right now, go out and find them (it helps to “communicate” with the essence of each plant/mushroom you are trying to find), sustainably (and lovingly) harvest, and reap the benefits of sourcing your own food! No carbon footprint. No mystery as to where it came from. No funny fillers. Just pure, unadulterated and potent goodness. There is lots growing upwards towards the shining sun here in the northeast United States. I’ll be happy to share any news of our harvest from our upcoming foraging mission!

So much Springtime beauty all around, and the most beautiful blossoming flower (in my eyes) is my newborn babe. Born peacefully and powerfully at home (unassisted waterbirth) on 3/13 at 3:13 AM. He is magical in every way. As Winter came to a close, I became initiated into Motherhood within the quiet and dark early morning hours. The transition from Maiden to Mother was beautiful, primal, and deeply inspiring. Whoa, the power of a Woman! The power of our own Mother Earth!

During such an initiation, you feel your roots grow ever-deeper, your soul grow ever-higher, and the concept of who-you-think-you-are transformed into who you know yourself to be. The lovely little seedling that grew within my womb space for 9 months emerged before mine and my husband’s eyes like a beautiful beam of golden light. A light shining to remind us of how earthly experience is filled with the truly miraculous and spiritual in physical form. Going about the birthing experience unmedicated and fully conscious, I allowed myself to step into my true source of power and brought forth our babe with an innate “knowing.” If nature is left to its own devices, it knows exactly what to do. Now as the roses bud and the grasses grow greener, I am lovingly stepping into and embracing my role as Mother. I am learning so much everyday. And “unlearning” even more! It has been imperative for the ease of my initiation that I have committed to a 40 day rest period post-partum. That is common practice in other cultures around the world, but here in the western world, where “go go go” is seen as superior, the period of rest I have embarked upon is misunderstood by many. I am always ready to walk my path of authenticity even if no one else is willing to follow or understand. So with all of my heart, I am grateful for fully committing to this incubation period before rejoining the social everyday world again. And I am beyond grateful for my husband facilitating such a healing and sacred time for me and our newborn. We fully claim our power through being as gentle and nurturing to ourselves as possible. This time has shown us in a profound way that Man holds the space for a Woman to flow wildly like the moon. Man is the steady Sun. ‘Womb’an, the Moon.

As I see my newborn grow so vibrantly within each moment, I am constantly reminded of the wonderful effects that softbirth, baby-wearing, co-sleeping, breastfeeding-on-demand, and daily Reiki have on his mind, body, and spirit. Here are some of our current favorites:

  • Organic Moby wrap
  • Daily warm water baths followed by nurturing massage with aromatic oils (Living Libations is our favorite source for baby and ourselves!)
  • Fermented grain drinks (for increased milk production) from the Nourishing Traditions cookbook
  • 40 day period of rest for mother and baby
  • Books: The Continuum Concept and After the Baby’s Birth
  • Classical and instrumental music
  • Cloth diapers – gentle on baby’s sensitive skin and on Mother Earth
  • Glamourmom nursing bra tank tops (thanks to my Mom for these!)
  • Connecting with the natural elements daily
  • Eye gazing

May the beauty of Spring fill every cell of your being! Celebrate love, dance with life, and sing with joy for the sprouting seeds!