Lubricants and Their Effect on Vaginal Health

One part of healthcare that often falls short is sexual health. We get tested for STIs, but sometimes that is the full extent of it. Sex can be taboo and uncomfortable to talk about, which can leave us in the dark. Chronic or lingering vaginal pain and discomfort is common, and there can be many different things going on varying from hormonal to infectious. Personal lubricants are often overlooked, but they too can contribute to vaginal discomfort and pain. You want to feel your best, but first you need to know what to look for and what to avoid.

Fertility, Everyday Wellness, Sexual HealthHannah FreemanJuly 8, 2022Cove Natural Medicinevaginitis, yeast infection, chronic bv, bacterial vaginosis, pelvic pain, pain with sex, vulva, vaginal health, sexual health

Cultivating Mindful Self Compassion

If we have learned anything over the past few years, it is that we need to take time to care for ourselves. Of course this includes taking time for our favorite self-care activities, but it also encompasses speaking kindly to ourselves. Long walks and bubble baths can be wonderful, but they mean nothing if we are criticizing ourselves shortly after. This is where self compassion comes in.

Mental Health, Stress, Everyday WellnessHannah FreemanJanuary 21, 2022Cove Natural Medicineself compassion, self kindness, loving kindness, emotional health, mental health, kristen neff, mindfulness, mindful self compassion

Fire Cider for Winter Wellness

Each November, as we ease into Winter, I prep a batch of homemade fire cider for my family. While you can typically find pre-made fire cider, it is such an easy and fun recipe to make yourself. This spicy vinegar infusion supports the immune system, stimulates digestion, and clears congestion. It is a great thing to keep on hand this winter.

Bettering Your Health Through Forest Bathing

Connecting with our environment goes by many different names, but science can agree that it is an essential part of our health. The Japanese practice of forest bathing, also known as shinrin-yoku, has many different health benefits. Not only does it support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation, but it also supports the immune and nervous systems.

Everyday Wellness, Mental HealthHannah FreemanNovember 5, 2021Cove Natural Medicineforest bathing, shinrin yoku, shinrin-yoku, vitamin nature, nature, mental health, emotional health, happiness, depression, anxiety, gratitude

Flower Essences for Your Emotional Health

Flower essences are a form of energetic medicine, much like acupuncture, the chakras and homeopathy. Flower essences often find their way into my treatment plans because so often our emotional health is left out of the conversation. These plant remedies are a profound and gentle way to care for your own emotional health.

Everyday Wellness, Herbalism, Mental HealthHannah FreemanOctober 19, 2021Cove Natural Medicineflower essences, herbal medicine, herbal, herbalism, emotional health, mental health, plant medicine

Finding Your Melatonin Sweet Spot

Sleep issues are incredibly common nowadays, making it hard to fall and stay asleep. Naturally, many people start looking for sleep aids, such as melatonin. While this can be a very useful supplement, it is often dosed much higher than necessary.

Everyday Wellness, SleepHannah FreemanAugust 7, 2021Cove Natural Medicinesleep, sleep cycle, insomnia, melatonin, supplements, mindfulness

Staying Safe in the Summer Sun

Summertime is around the corner! But as much as we love the sun, it is important to remember the dangers it brings. The month of May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, so let’s talk about how to stay safe in the sun this Summer and where to start when it comes to natural sunscreen options!

Everyday Wellness, Pediatrics, Skin HealthHannah FreemanMay 26, 2021Cove Natural Medicinesunscreen, sun protection, sunburn, skin health, safety

How Gardening Benefits Your Body, Mind & Soul

In our modern world, many of us suffer from a “nature deficit”. We need to get out in nature more to support our mental and physical health! Gardening is just one of those ways to support our mind, body, and soul.

Everyday Wellness, Food As Medicine, Stress, Gut HealthHannah FreemanMay 12, 2021Cove Natural Medicinegardening, food as medicine, herbalism, growing food, maine garden, mofga, gardening with kids, microbiome, gut health, probiotics, microbiota, horticulture therapy

Supporting Our Oceans Through Food

The Gulf of Maine is being affected by climate change at 3x the rate of the global average. Despite all of our conservation and environmental efforts, we are being affected due to the currents. Our oceans are becoming warmer and more acidic. But there are ways that we can fight climate change and reduce these effects, just by eating to support the oceans.

Everyday Wellness, NutritionHannah FreemanMay 3, 2021Cove Natural Medicinenaturopathic medicine, maine naturopathic doctor, maine holistic health, portland maine, oysters, mussels, sea salt, fish, nutrition, seafood, earth week, environment, oceans, gulf of maine

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