The trees are just starting to bud and there are glimpses of green grass around the yard. I don't know about you but the peeking out of the sun is really a day brightener for me both literally and figuratively. Seeing the robins return as well as some of the other seasonal birds brings joy to my household. Our wardrobe changes including choices for boots, coats, hand coverings and pants. The foods we choose shift too with the milder weather. We spend more time outdoors and notice that the chickens are beginning to resume their normal laying habits. The dogs , cats and horses are shedding. There is change in the air.
We also include aromatherapy differently here on the farm as the temperatures moderate and we open windows and doors. Some members of my household have allergies which kick up in the Spring. For them, they utilize an Allergy Aromastick more regularly and may spray the car/pillow with the Allergy Spray. The humidity may bring an increase in migraine headaches so those with the potential for migraines don't leave home without some form of a headache product. Feet sweat as do other areas of the body. We keep foot powder and a myriad of the other body powders from the shop handy including for our little ones. The dogs roll and may need more frequent bathing. For this, we have both a dry and bar shampoo. When moisturizing we trade out a heavier cream for something a little lighter and add all of the first aid kit items to a well placed location for anything from bruising to cuts and scrapes. The bug spray sits on the counter as does the After Sun Body Butter and Spray. The aromas for soaps, perfume and diffusing become a bit lighter and more citrus/floral. Aloe vera is often used as a carrier as is sunflower oil because they tend to be more kind to the skin especially when the heat creates a more dry tendency. Remember that Aloe vera is water based and will need more frequent replacement. We also take special care of our feet during the summer. Sandals, sand and bare feet can create cracks, dryness and roughness. To combat the elements consider Tropical Body Scrub, Foot Butter Blast, Barefoot Balm and/or the Peppermint Foot Stick. All of these work wonders on dry and tired feet. The Skoy rinse we use is a little lighter and definitely a bonus with the vinegar base for window cleaning (one pad is the equivalent to 15 ROLLS of paper toweling and they are washable in the washing machine or dishwasher). The dryer balls have a citrus essential oil applied to them so clothing/sheets if they can't be hung outside always smell fresh and uplifting. We have handmade our laundry detergent for years which also has a citrus aroma for summer. Fresh is key for our household at this time of year. It completely changes the "feel" here on the farm.
Enjoy the Spring as it sneaks in. Consider changing up your aromatherapy and choosing something bright and sunny! Many of the citrus essential oils are very uplifting, immune boosting, germicidal and versatile. Keep in mind that some of the citrus essential oils are photo toxic so be sure you research that before adding to your lotions/creams/sprays especially if you are going to be in the sun. Check out this article for guidelines.
Happy Spring Everyone! Hope to see you here on the farm in June or July!
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If we make it, we know what's in it!
We believe in keeping in natural.
A portion of every purchase is donated to a mission!
My name is, Polly J. Huenink-Schellinger and I am a Registered Nurse, Board Certified Holistic Nurse, Reflexologist, Clinical Aromatherapist, Parish Nurse, Certified Therapeutic Touch Practitioner and Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster Facilitator. My main focus is wellness with an emphasis on physical, emotional and spiritual health. I practice holistic nursing specializing in private sessions for reflexology, therapeutic touch and aromatherapy consults. I am also a Parish Nurse. There is a little Farm Store here which is called, The Healing Place Farm.
​It is a source of joy, inspiration and contentment for me.
Here at The Healing Place Farm, we have hundreds of products. From countless types of hand made and cut bar soaps, to essential oil based products for dogs and horses. There is something for everyone at the Farm.
The mainstay of the entire shop is essential oils. Almost every item contains custom made blends that are only available here. Our essential oils are 100% Pure! We will never purchase essential oils from a provider that refuses to offer full transparency. We shop local as much as we possibly can. We do our best to try for the most raw natural and/or organic ingredients that are available. Every product is hand made right here. Some of our favorite ingredients are Cocoa Butter, Raw Local Goat's Milk, Pure Lavender Essential Oil, Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, and more. You will find items such as Lotion Bars, Body Cream, Body Butter, Foot bars, Sugar Scrubs, Salt Scrubs, Bar Soap, Soap Foamers, Essential Oil diffuser blends, Roller blends, Inhalers, Salves, Balms, Lip Balm, and so much more. Each type of item has so many variations for specific uses. We have a variety of items specifically for the cold and flu season for boosting immunity, to help kill germs, and even help with congestion and comfort. We cater to a variety of personalities. Farmers, Gardeners, Hunters, Fisherman, Sportsman, and more can benefit greatly from specific items in the shop. We have created blends with oils known to help with Sleeping, Calming, Stress, ADHD, Grieving, and Anxiety. We have blends created specifically for menstruation, menopause, cramps, & hot flashes. There are so many items for personal hygiene such as body powders, natural aluminum free deodorant, toilet sprays, body sprays, and Talc Free baby powders.
If you are looking for something specific, it's pretty safe to say we already have something close to what you are looking for. If not, we are happy to take requests and create custom blends just for you!
Here at the Farm, we are blessed with every Patron who walks through our doors. We are continually humbled at the response we receive at our events. ​The loving and giving nature of our patrons is amazing! Every quarter of the year, we carefully choose 1 or more missions to donate part of our proceeds to. Through the years, working together with the community, we have been able to benefit many animals and families alike in all kinds of needs.
​We continue to give thanks to God for his inspiration.