Womb and Essence

🩸Menstral Synchrony

It is widely accepted by those of us who have menstrual cycles that "synching up" with those closest to you or women you live with, does happens. Most believe that the pheromones from other women, especially the Alpha Female of the group will pull others into their own cycles.

This theory started in the 1970s when Martha McClintock conducted a study on 135 women in a college dorm. Her study concluded that this period synching did in fact happen and thus we ran with the idea.  However, later studies don't support her findings and in fact suggest that any synching noted are in the realm of mathematical coincidence 🤔

Still, about 44% of women who live with other women report to "synch" and have higher instances of other PMS symptoms such as menstral migraines. Obviously, this phenomenon is hard to prove and deserves more research for sure. But as for me and my house, we synch over here sis! 🤦🏽‍♀️

How about you? Have you experienced synching or cycle changes within your group of friends or at home? Please tell me I'm not the only one! Let's chat in the comments.

   

Vaginal Steaming, Yoni steaming or V steams as they are called are starting to gain more attraction as women are searching for more natural ways to care for themselves. 

Yoni steaming (my favorite thing to call it) is a holistic self care practice that assists in achieving a more centered, empowered an connected version of yourself.
Using a combination of essential oils and natural herbs, steaming penetrates into the cervix and uterus, cleansing out old thickened lining, reduce cramps and cleansing out toxins. Steams can be used for assistance with fertility, regulate menstral cycles, postpartum recovery, treatment for chronic yeast infections and many other gynecological conditions. Not to mention it helps tighten, increases va**nal lubrication and strengthen your va**nal walls helping to increase the fun in the bedroom!

There are a few ways to steam even in the comfort of your own home.  But make sure you contact a certified steaming practioner to help you get started and enjoy the process.

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There's never enough time to get it all done. Get it in where it fits in. Have a wonderful Sunday!

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So you say it's time to wean?

No problem, for some helpful suggestions when going through the process.

Remember, this is not an overnight process and breastfeeding is more than just nutrition for your child. The act of breastfeeding is also an emotional one which provides comfort and stability to baby's life. So don't be surprised if it isn't easy for them to give it up. Change is hard for us all.

Try employing a weekly stedown process:

Wk 1: focus on eliminating one full session (morning, afternoon or night). You may have to begin with reducing the time of this feed leading up to a full stop.

Wk 2: continue with the one eliminated session and reduced time for all other feedings

We 3: Choose a second session to eliminate. This one will be easier, I promise 😬🤞🏽

Wk 4: take away the remaining full sessions during the day. By end of this week you should have only 1 day feeding.

Wk 5: eliminate final day feeding session if it remains and begin night weaning if baby is still waking to be nursed.

To all of the women out there who are wanting, waiting, praying and hoping, we see you. You are supported and loved.

Your uterus has not failed you, you have not failed. The uterus that is "yours" may even be within another beautiful queen, waiting to bring your child earthside. However your blessing arrives, just know it is yours to have and it is coming

Have faith 💜

🌱Herbal Spotlight 🌱
Black Seed

Black seed oil is a powerful herbs used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese, Ayurvedic, Arabic and Unani medicine. It is a potent anti-inflammatory and can be used in s variety of ways. The saying goes this seed is the cure for everything but death!

It kills up to 89% of lung cancer cells, is used to suppress cough, treat kidney stones, dirrhea and stomach pain. Taken daily, black seed can decrease insulin resistance, thus assisting in type 2 diabetes management. It is superior to prescribed inhalants for asthma treatment and can also reduce brain tissue damage from radiation treatments.

Black seed can also be used to aid in hair growth and clearer, moisturized skin. This little seed does it all.

I personally take 1 teaspoon of this supplement twice a day. I use it for it's anti-inflammatory and gastrointestinal benefits. However, I have noticed that my skin loves this stuff too! For someone who suffered from pretty bad adult acne it has been a blessing. Try it out and tell me how it helps you.

Warning ⚠️ it does taste like hot garbage but it's worth it. Just drink it fast with a fruit juice chaser you'll be fine. 🤣

👁Third Eye👁

Sometimes you have to stop and look within yourself.
Take a deep breath.
Trust yourself.

Walking in your truth is one of the most powerful things you can do.

Here are some affirmations you can use to better connect and listen to your inner voice.

Do something today that will make yourself proud. Be proud of yourself every step of the way, not just the finished product.

I have to admit, the craziness of life and all it's requests from me has taken a toll on me lately. I am sure I'm not alone either.

It's OK to step back, step away and restart.