Katja's daughter Amber is about to turn 15 years old, so this week Katja reflects on her birth experience and offers up some herbs to help mamas in the last stages of pregnancy, and Ryn shares one of his favorite Mama-support formulas. Herbs discussed include lobelia, ginger, betony, ghost pipe, chamomile, kava, & vanilla. Mentioned this week: Herbal Medicine for Beginners, our first book, is available for pre-order now on Amazon!Lavandoula - herbalist & full-spectrum doula Emma O'Brien is a graduate & friend of ours. If you need a doula in the Boston area, contact her!Kings Road Apothecary - maker of the lovely kava & vanilla massage oil, among other wonders.Support the show (https://commonwealthherbs.com/supporters/)