Sweetgrass is sacred and allows us to connect to Mother Earth.
It represents strength, resilience, peace and purity. It has been used in Ancestral ceremonies, medicines and perfumes/incense. For over 300 years my Gullah Geechee Ancestors has used sweetgrass to create baskets not only just for art, but storing and carrying their crops and food. This apothecary is named in honor of the blood that flows through my veins and my indigenous heritage.
Sweetgrass Apothecary not only represents our history, but the passion that burns within every one of us even as we flow with the winds of change
"Each and every day we are changing and shaping our reality. When life presents us with transitions it doesn't always come with a gentle breeze. There are times where we have been forced to face our realities and the writing on the wall couldn't be any clearer, but our fears of the unknown keep us stagnant. Self-acceptance isn't just for body image. Self-acceptance is a whole body inside and out journey. When you are faced with life altering situations it is up to you to decide on how you will proceed if you choose to."
-Soul Midwife Ogygia
Bulk Herb Alternatives for Chamomile, Cinnamon, & Lavender Allergies
Alternative to Chamomile: Lemon Balm, Lavender, and Passionflower.
Alternative to Cinnamon: Nutmeg, Allspice, Dehydrated Ginger, and Clove
Alternative to Lavender: Catnip & Hyssop
Red Raspberry Leaf – Rich in iron, this herb has helped tone the uterus, increase milk production, decrease nausea, and ease labor pains.
Peppermint Leaf – Helpful in relieving nausea/morning sickness and flatulence
Ginger root – Helps relieve nausea and vomiting
Slippery Elm Bark – (when the inner bark is used orally in amounts used in foods) Used to help relieve nausea, heartburn, and vaginal irritations
Active Labor
Hibiscus: antioxidant properties and blood pressure regulation (used during active labor)
Postpartum
Calendula: Promotes healing of perineal tears and episiotomies.
Yarrow: Also aids in wound healing and can help with postpartum bleeding.
Marshmallow Root: Soothes and protects irritated tissues, helpful for perineal discomfort. (postpartum)
Hibiscus: used to help lower blood pressure and cholesterol, support liver health, and potentially aid in weight management.
Basil: help lower blood sugar, treat ulcers and lower blood pressure
Peppermint: aid in soothing indigestion & reducing inflammation
Thyme: supporting the immune system, aiding digestion, and potentially reducing inflammation
Oregano: can help with digestion and with fighting against some bacteria and viruses
Rosemary: improving memory, reducing stress, and aiding digestion.
Lavender: promoting relaxation, improving sleep, and potentially reducing anxiety and pain
Sage: improving cognitive function, reducing inflammation, exhibiting antimicrobial effects, aiding digestion, and alleviating menopausal symptoms
Tarragon: potential to reduce blood sugar, inflammation and pain, while improving sleep, appetite and cardiovascular health
Lemon balm: soothe digestion, reduce stress and anxiety, and improve sleep quality
Skullcap: used to help chronic pain, inflammation and gastrointestinal issues
Nettle: may reduce inflammation, hay fever symptoms, blood pressure and blood sugar levels —
St. John's Wort: Relief of menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes, depression, nerve pain (neuralgia), anxiety, and tension. It may also aid in weakness, stress, irritability, and sleeping issues (insomnia)
Sweet Water Tea Blends
Enjoy our tea blends in the comfort of your own home
Sunset: Ginger, Turmeric, Black Pepper, & Cinnamon
Bliss: Peppermint, Lavender, & Rose Hips
Nirvana: Blue Lotus, Hibiscus, & Peppermint
Tinctures (alcohol-based & glycerin options)
Nettle: allergy relief, support for digestion, liver and cleanse functions, urinary tract health, bone health, and skin and hair health
Skullcap: used as a sedative and sleeping pill
Cramp Bark: used to help bring Menstrual Cramps, PMS, and Postpartum relief.
Motherwort: aid in regulating the heartbeat and rhythm and reduces blood pressure.
Custom Holistic Pain Management Blends
Holistic Pain Management is a soul life approach and alternative way of healing outside of Western medicine. Whether yuh are dealing with an invisible illness, chronic pain, ghost pain or menopause. As a Holistic Pain Management Practitioner and Alchemist Soul Midwife Ogygia hand crafts each blend to help aid with your healing journey. Prior to ordering a custom blend, a consultation is needed to ensure no risk of herbal/food and drug interaction. It is important to discuss with your healthcare provider before stopping any medicine and being transparent about your health condition(s) throughout your healing journey.
There are many different ways to consume our blends from teas to infusions.
Custom Herbal blends (starting price $55)
Pre Order Pain Management Blend Options:
Moon Cycle- Catered to relieving chronic and intense pain during your God-dess Moon cycle while also giving you clarity and energy to focus
Awakening God-dess- Rising blend to start your day and ease the chronic pain
Surrender- A beautiful lucid nighttime blend that will allow your body to full surrender, relaxing your vessel to allow to rest
Bennu Azar Dawa- Severe pain blend created for those who live with chronic pain and is perfect for post recovery after physical therapy
Kuki Oil- Our sensual oil is a edible moisturizer catered to those who are wanting to help bring pleasure and/ or relief to their yoni. Perfect for relief from vaginal dryness and helps to aid in reducing discomfort during intercourse.
Root work and Ancestral ceremonies
Cord-Cutting $111 (remove any attachment that is no longer serving you)
God-dess Reading $122 (divination tarot)
Shadow Work 1 on 1 Sessions starting at $222 (dive deep into your inner healing holding nothing back)
*Skincare Options Coming Soon*