Holistic Postpartum ~ Embracing “La Cuarentena”

Holistic Postpartum ~ Embracing “La Cuarentena”   In this 3-hour class, birth educator, herbalist, and holistic birth and postpartum doula Coté Garceau Saez, will guide pregnant parents in understanding and preparing for the often forgotten postpartum period.   With a special focus on the concept of “La Cuarentena”, a Latin American tradition of care, this classContinueContinue reading “Holistic Postpartum ~ Embracing “La Cuarentena””

Journey into Ancestral Birth Wisdom

Our Teacher: Mayra Martinez de Garay Degree in Physics, UNAM, Mexico PhD Theoretical Chemistry, UNILAC, Italy Certified Midwife from Veracruz, Mexico We are honored to host Mayra Martinez in Chicago, from Veracruz Mexico, sharing her traditional Mexican midwifery work and knowledge. Mayra’s experiences are rooted in traditional midwifery practices like rebozo, “sobadas” (traditional massage) andContinueContinue reading “Journey into Ancestral Birth Wisdom”

Health Consultations

Are you ready to take the next step for your health? Are you generally  healthy, but want to address some minor health issues? Are you interested in learning more about your personal health constitution? Cote will guide you into creating a healthier life for yourself. If you’re ready to commit to improving your health, signContinueContinue reading “Health Consultations”

Wild Medicine

I’m really excited to be presenting this class next month. I hope to see some familiar faces there! “Wild Medicine” Are you interested in learning more about plants and weeds that grow wild in your area or even in your own back yard? Let’s take a walk on the wild side! During a gentle walkContinueContinue reading “Wild Medicine”

Home Remedies and Herbs for the Prevention and Treatment of Colds and Flu

Title: Home Remedies and Herbs for the Prevention and Treatment of Colds and Flu Location: Lombard IL Description: This event is closed to the public. Using North and South American traditions, Cote will guide us in making simple and safe home remedies, explaining when to use specific herbs and helping us understand their classifications, (demulcent,ContinueContinue reading “Home Remedies and Herbs for the Prevention and Treatment of Colds and Flu”