People are commonly confused when they read tincture directions suggesting they take a “dropperful” or two of a tincture.  When they squeeze the bulb on the droppertop, they are surprised to see that it fills the glass tube only a little bit of the way.  They try to squeeze harder to try to fill it … Read more

I have a colleague who’s a recently retired IBCLC (International Board of Certified Lactation Consultants).  When she was practicing, each time she would test for her certification, she would always get the highest scores in the country.  She’s extremely knowledgeable and very experienced.  I am blessed to know and work with many extremely experienced and … Read more

I’d like to present an excellent piece of information written by a Grief Counselor who I have great respect for.  She has some helpful tips for us while we’re experiencing the recent Stay at Home order. She puts words to the feelings, emotions, and frustrations that may be coming up for you to help you to … Read more

I am writing this in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic that’s hitting the world hard.  We have received some conflicting information as to whether Echinacea, Elderflower (which we use in our Cold Comfort Tincture), and Elderberry are safe and appropriate for viral infections, namely the Covid-19 infection.  There has been some conjecture as to … Read more

Many herbalists have extensive knowledge about using herbs, but not many are specifically trained in using herbs with pregnant, trying-to-conceive or breastfeeding mothers.  This is a whole other realm of herbalism with critical considerations and consequences for pregnant and nursing mothers and their babies.  Our herbalist and company founder, Pam Caldwell, is one of the few herbalists who specialize in this area, with over 20 years of experience.  She is knowledgeable about what works and what herbs to use for various problems, and especially what is safe and appropriate for pregnant moms, trying-to-conceive moms, and breastfeeding moms and their babies.  What might be safe for a regular person may be contraindicated (or even dangerous) for a pregnant or breastfeeding woman or her baby.  The importance of using products made by an expert or listening to advice from an expert when pregnant or breastfeeding cannot be understated.   (Click the title above to read more about this important topic….)

We have received some of the most interesting and remarkable stories sent in to us from our clients about their situations and what they did to resolve them.  You can read some of these stories HERE.  They’re short and very interesting!  There are also some very well-known folks who have contributed!  If you have a particular … Read more

We have another new product here at Herb Lore!  Our Teething Tincture contains herbs that have been relied on by herbalists and mothers over the centuries to help soothe babies and help alleviate the pain and discomfort of teething.  As well as being an effective pain-reliever and anti-inflammatory, the herbs also help relax babies, help … Read more

There has been much in the news lately about the risks of anti-depressant use during pregnancy, being linked to autism and birth defects.  Researchers in JAMA Pediatrics reported that “children of women who took anti-depressants during the second and third trimesters of pregnancy were 87% more likely to develop autism than kids born to women … Read more

Spring and summer are high-allergy times for many, breastfeeding moms included. The common approach is to take an anti-histimine to help alleviate the symptoms. You may not know, however, that these anti-histimines can also decrease or dry up breastmilk!   These medications are made to dry up secretions and fluids. It will not differentiate between … Read more

I had a mom come to me the other day who was pregnant with her 4th baby.  She had had a history of low breastmilk production with all 3 of her previous babies, and was worried she would experience the same thing this time around too.  We chatted about her situation and I suggested some … Read more