Land Loved

08/20/2026

I broke my toe today, which means I get to practice on myself. Healing a broken toe with herbalism is easy! Plants can help speed the healing of a bone, reduce swelling and bruising, and help with pain. 🌱🖤

08/13/2026

Spending a little more time indoors because of the smoke, so here’s a peek at what I’ve been making lately. ✨

I’m taking this indoor interlude as an excuse to finally tackle my EXTENSIVE and slightly unruly jar collection.🫙😂

07/02/2026

In this month’s column, I respond to a reader who left a twenty-year marriage and is asking how to trust herself when the fear still feels so loud. I talk about the difference between doubt and grief, and how fear like this is often the nervous system catching up to a choice the heart already made. I share grounding rituals like oatstraw infusion and motherwort tincture, along with a gentle practice of speaking soothing words to fear instead of fighting it, as ways to steady the body while trust slowly rebuilds.

A reflection on what it feels like to leave a twenty-year marriage and still doubt yourself, even when you know it was right. This piece explores fear as an old nervous system pattern rather than a warning sign, along with gentle rituals, oatstraw infusion, motherwort tincture, and speaking soothing...

06/05/2026

In this month’s column, I respond to a reader who asked what to do when life starts to feel flat and distant and the things that once felt like “you” stop feeling accessible. I talk about “glimmers” as a way back in, small moments of beauty, presence, and connection that can gently cut through overwhelm, and share simple ways to reconnect with your body, your attention, and the quieter parts of joy.

A reflection on what it feels like when life starts to feel flat and distant, and you can’t quite access the things that used to make you feel like yourself. This piece explores “glimmers” as a way back in, small moments of beauty, presence, and connection that break through the noise of overw...

04/23/2026

We weigh herbs to ensure consistency and accuracy because volume measurements can be unreliable. Herbs vary widely in size shape and density whether they are whole cut or sifted and even the same plant can differ significantly from batch to batch. Measuring by weight instead of volume gives far more precise measurements. So everyone please get a scale for nourishing herbal infusions. 🤓

03/28/2026

In this month’s column I answer a question about the raw vegan trend, uncover the hidden challenges of plant-based nutrition, and examine how cooking, preparation, and evolution have shaped what our bodies truly need to thrive.

Explore the realities of a raw vegan diet, B12, and plant nutrition while considering biology, ethics, and wholesome eating for long-term health.

03/27/2026

Pink Eye Cure 👁️🌿

In this video I share how to create and apply a fresh Chickweed poultice for inflamed, infected, and irritated eyes.

Can’t find any fresh Chickweed? Here’s an alternative recipe below.

Susun Weed’s Healing Wise Chickweed Eye Lotion:

4oz distilled water
4oz witch hazel
1 tbsp Chickweed tincture

Combine all ingredients in a clean jar and shake well. Wet a cotton cloth or cotton ball with lotion and apply to closed eyes for 3 minutes. Discontinue if eyes are sensitive.

I’m Vanessa, a Women’s counsellor & herbalist. Learn more about my work at landloved.com ✨🌱

03/13/2026

🌿 Herbal Apprenticeships – In Person or Online
📅 Applications Due: March 20
🗓 Program Runs: Weekly from April–November

Join me for an herbal apprenticeship rooted in the Wise Woman Tradition. This journey is about building deep relationships with plants, reconnecting with your body’s wisdom, and cultivating confidence in herbal medicine-making. ✨

Through seasonal learning and hands-on practice, you’ll explore how to work with plant allies for nourishment, healing, and everyday wellness.

🔗 Learn more & apply:

At Land Loved, I invite you to discover holistic wellness deeply rooted in the timeless wisdom of the Wise Woman Tradition of herbalism. As your devoted herbalist and holistic practitioner, I offer a range of services, including private sessions, women's groups, and a tincture shop, all dedicated to...

03/08/2026

Thank you! 🙏 😊

03/08/2026

Happy International Womens Day! 🖤

May the world continue to become a safer and more just place for women everywhere. 🌎