Understanding TCM

Codonopsis (Dang Sheng) - A time-honoured ally in rebuilding Qi, immunity, and postpartum vitality. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, Codonopsis pilosula — commonly known as Dan...

Astragalus Root (Huang Qi) - A time-honoured ally in rebuilding Qi, immunity, and postpartum vitality.           Astragalus Root, known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) a...

Goji Berries (Gou Zi Qi) – strengthens the kidney & nourishes the liver, boosts eye health A tiny berry with mighty benefits! Goji berries are packed with antioxidants, vit...

Northern China's ridgelines usually look rugged and stark in the winter but are smoothed and decorated with new leaves and flowers in the early spring. The seasons have a di...

Ginger is a versatile spice used across many cultures known for its unique flavor and aroma. It's also used as a natural remedy natural remedy, to assist with concerns such ...

The Chinese Zodiac is made up of 12 animals. The order in which the animals appear are in accordance with where they finished in a race. According to Chinese mythology, it was...

Many Chinese families aim to have a baby in the year of the Dragon as this zodiac represents good luck, strength, and good health. The Dragon is the only mythical animal in the ...

"TCM herbs hold a very special place in my heart. TCM herbs and practices helped me conceive my first child after a long and emotional journey and supported me during all three...

Frequently asked Questions: Is there a TCM soup for every day? In total the package includes 16 blends of soups (4 a week) and 12 packs of Red Dates Tea. The soups can have a su...

The importance of warmth in postpartum care and Traditional Chinese Medicine.  Across many different traditional cultures, warmth is a common theme within postpartum care. I...

Let us remember and return to the ritual of spending our first forty days postpartum in a sacred cocoon. Let it be a time for a mother to invest in herself and her newborn. Draw...

Listen to your body and your intuition and feed it with what it needs as no two bodies are the same. YIN ENERGY If you are yin deficient, your body is overflowing with yang ener...

瓜熟蒂落 Guā shú dì luò - A Chinese idiom that means when the time is right, things will naturally succeed. Come learn about the 10 moons of pregnancy that is often referred to in T...

Our Elan x The Herborium products nourishes and restores mother’s during their pregnancy and postpartum journey. Note: This flavour profile serves to guide you based on yo...