Ep 3: Cultural Healing: The Power of African Traditions in Women's Health

In this insightful conversation, Naa Adjeley, a UK-based herbalist and cultural researcher, delves into the essence of herbalism rooted in African traditions. She discusses the natural human scent and the implications of masking it with products, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's body. Naa shares her personal journey into herbalism, influenced by her own near-death experience. We talk about her childhood being influenced by her grandmother's practices, highlighting the significance of the traditional family and community-based medicinal knowledge. She talks about the role of diet, stress management and natural remedies in maintaining healthy periods. Naa also touches on traditional African puberty rites and postpartum care and the importance of educating young women and supporting new mothers. Lastly, she explores the significance of natural, herb-based remedies and the integrity required in the practice of herbalism.   Connect with Naa ⁠here⁠   If you have a period or pregnancy related story you'd love to share or just want to say hi, you can reach me at [email protected] Book a session with Rosemary: https://beacons.ai/houseofrosemary   Lets connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houseofrosemary Website: https://houseofrosemary.com/ Explore services: https://houseofrosemary.com/services/   To support my work (Thank you): https://buymeacoffee.com/houseofrosemary   Disclaimer: Information shared here is based on the personal experiences of the guests and the host's experience as a medical herbalist and midwife. The information may not be suitable for you.