CS: reflected in title, this is an article for transgender folks- Chinese Medicine, Natural Transition (using plant-medicines to alter hormones or ease hormone therapy symptoms/post-surgery symptoms), and the Gender Binary Do yin and yang make Chinese Medicine binary? Yin and yang are often associated with female and male energy respectively, which leads to the misconception…
The following is a message from my mentor and close friend Tracey Tief, owner and operator of Anarres Apothecary and Apprenticeship Program: Thanks to you we had a bustling holiday season! Now, foremost on our minds is our crowdfunding Co Immunity Campaign and I am counting on you to help us make it a success.…
NOTE: This article begins with a cis-gendered understanding of reproduction because of the practitioners experience with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and moves into gender inclusive language for the remainder of the article. It should also be noted that you will find the services are geared toward cis-gendered women on michellekapler.com, and cis-gendered men and women…
Continue reading ➞ Can acupuncture boost fertility? [interview with Michelle Kapler]
As an adult, I came to really appreciate what Bill Nye was doing. The enthusiasm with which he leaned into not being cool, rather than awkwardly actually trying to be cool, was… pretty cool. Oh, and also, science. Ya man, I like science. So I was pretty jazzed to see on Netflix his new series…
I haven’t written much about my aromatherapy practice, yet friends are constantly asking me which oils to use for sleeping, staying awake, relaxing, morning sickness, calming the mind… "Is peppermint safe during pregnancy?" (answer: not really, no) "Is lavender safe to use with my children in the house?" (answer: yes!) So… why don’t I write…
Continue reading ➞ 7 complicated feelings I have about aromatherapy
Don’t panic! There is no need to scramble because these DIY gift ideas will take very little time and cost you under $10, while still looking handsomely charming. Please note: many of these essentials oils are in and around $10 for 10ml, but if you already have the oils it will definitely keep your gift…
