Celebrating Women, Mothers, and The Endocannabinoid System

May ushers in a season of renewal—a time when flowers bloom, hope grows, and we honor those who nurture healing in our communities. At Holistic Caring & The Green Nurse and Bloom Hemp CBD, May is a perfect month to spotlight the vital role of women and mothers as well as the profound science of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and the healing power of plant medicine.

Mother’s Day: Honoring the Heart of Healing – Mother’s Day is on May 11th this year and it is more than a holiday—it’s a celebration of the nurturing spirit that sustains families and shapes the world. This day is for every woman—mothers, grandmothers, daughters, sisters, friends, and mentors—who brings healing, support, and wisdom to others.

Women’s Health: Unique Needs and Strengths – Women navigate distinct health journeys, including menstruation, fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, menopause, and beyond. Each phase is influenced by the ECS, an essential system that maintains balance (homeostasis) in the body (Maccarrone et al., 2015).

The Endocannabinoid System (ECS) is involved in mood regulation, stress, pain, sleep, metabolism, hormone balance, nervous and immune functioning. Both endocannabinoids (produced by our bodies) and phytocannabinoids (found in plants like hemp) activate receptors to support wellness, especially through the challenges women face—such as PMS, endometriosis, menopause, and mood fluctuations (Brents, 2016; López, 2020).

Hemp & Plant Medicine for Women – Modern science and traditional wisdom align: plant-based therapies, particularly cannabinoids like CBD, offer holistic support for women. Recent studies suggest hemp-derived CBD may help reduce stress, improve sleep, ease pain, and boost resilience—important benefits for women balancing multiple roles (Khadijah, A. 2019).

This Mother’s Day, we honor women as the “flowers of hope and healing.” Your strength, compassion, and wisdom drive the future of health and wellness. You deserve holistic support and access to safe, effective plant medicines that honor and complement your unique journey.

Women’s Health Spotlight: The Focus Tincture Study – At Bloom Hemp CBD, women’s wellness is a priority. In 2024, we conducted the Focus Tincture Study with over 100 women, and the results were remarkable:

• Improved energy, focus, and an average productivity gain of 2.2 hours per day while using Focus tincture.
• Over 50% experienced reduced appetite.
• 25% achieved weight loss—without any lifestyle changes other than using the Focus tincture.
• 78% had improved mood along with reduced stress, leading to improved quality of life scores.
• Advanced Focus Tincture contains 1200 mg CBD, 200 mg CBG, 200 mg THCV, Yerba Mate, Lion’s Mane, and Reishi.

This study underscores the potential of thoughtfully crafted hemp products to enhance energy, focus, and overall wellness for women. Discover the details in the full study and try the Bloom Hemp Focus Tincture today. Don’t miss out— shop now and enjoy 20% off with the coupon code FOCUS20.

️ May 2025 The Green Nurse Podcast & Clinical Conversations

Celebrating Women in Plant Medicine – Tune in every Wednesday this May at 5pm PST for The Green Nurse Podcast: Living Your Best Life. This month’s special series features groundbreaking women in cannabis and plant medicine, highlighting their contributions to health, advocacy, and innovation. Don’t miss these inspiring stories from leaders shaping the future of wellness.

• Wednesday, May 7 at 5pm PST: Tiffany Carwile – Award-winning cannabis advocate and author of “How My Medicine Helps Me: Cannabis Facts from A-Z, an Educational Book.”
• Tuesday, May 13 at 5:30pm PST: Nurses Sherri & Elisabeth are speaking at the Cancer Support Community South Bay for an educational webinar on Therapeutic Use of Cannabis for Cancer. Register HERE to attend this live zoom event.
• Wednesday, May 14 at 5pm PST: Elizabeth Uslander MSW, MTS, Co-Founder and Chair at the Empowered Endings™ Foundation builds on our discussion for cannabinoids and plant medicines at the end of life.
• Wednesday, May 21 at 5pm PST: Mary Lynn Mathre – Founder of Patients Out of Time and the first president of the American Cannabis Nurses Association joins us to share her journey and the celebration of the 30th Anniversary of Patients Out of Time.
• Wednesday, May 28 at 4:20pm PST: Clinical Conversations: Therapeutic Use of Cannabis in Breast Cancer – a new educational live webinar presentation featuring cannabinoids as a therapeutic ally for women healing with various types of breast cancer by Nurses Sherri and Elisabeth. Register HERE and receive a free breast cancer guide after the webinar.

Why Holistic Caring & The Green Nurse? We provide educational programs, empowerment, and personalized guidance to help individuals explore the healing potential of CBD, Cannabis, and Plant Medicine. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or healthcare professional, our mission is to ensure that you have access to high-quality products, trusted information, and personalized support. Our free educational offerings include:

• Free Holistic Caring Network connecting patients, providers & products.
• Free Learning Library for ongoing learning on Cannabis & Hemp CBD
• Free ABCS of CBD Program
• Free Intro to Cannabis Course Program
• Bloom Hemp CBD Blogs
• Holistic Caring and The Green Nurse Blogs
• Ask the Green Nurse Substack
• The Green Nurse Podcast

Why Bloom Hemp CBD? We provide premium advanced hemp CBD products for your holistic wellness. Thrive Naturally with Bloom Hemp CBD, Green Nurse Approved! Bloom Hemp CBD is here to support your own wellness journey, or partner with your business this spring. We offer a full range of premium hemp CBD products, including full-spectrum, broad-spectrum, and isolate options. Designed to promote wellness and help manage chronic illness symptoms, Bloom Hemp is committed to quality and transparency. All products undergo rigorous testing, with Certificates of Analysis (COAs) available on our website.

Whether you’re experienced or new to CBD, we’ve got you covered with:

• 8 Tinctures: Targeted symptom relief and overall balance.
• 3 Softgels: Convenient and portable daily doses.
• 3 Gummies: Tasty, portable, targeted options.
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• 3 Isolates: Potent, DIY versatile solutions.

To help you build your personalized CBD routine, check out our service tab for a complimentary free emailed care plan with tailored product recommendations, lifestyle tips, and safety suggestions for combining CBD with other medicines. Have questions? Call us anytime on the FREE Nurse Line at 970-404-HOPE (4673) Bloom Hemp CBD Products can help you achieve your wellness goals!

In health,
Holistic Caring & The Green Nurse Team
Bloom Hemp Team

References

• American Nurses Association. (2022). Nurses: The Heart of Health Care. https://www.nursingworld.org
• Brents, L. K. (2016). Marijuana, the endocannabinoid system and the female reproductive system. Yale Journal of Biology and Medicine, 89(2), 175–191. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27354844/
• Dossey, B. M. (2020). Florence Nightingale’s influence on 21st century nursing. American Journal of Nursing, 120(5), 50-53. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20882724/
• Khadijah, A. (2019, November 18). Why are women using CBD products, and do they work? Harvard Health Publishing. https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/why-are-women-using-cbd-products-and-do-they-work-2019111818317
• López, H. H. (2020). Endocannabinoid system modulation in gynecological disorders. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 9(11), 3475. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm9113475
• Maccarrone, M., Bab, I., Bíró, T., Cabral, G. A., Dey, S. K., Di Marzo, V., … & Zimmer, A. (2015). Endocannabinoid signaling at the periphery: 50 years after THC. Trends in Pharmacological Sciences, 36(5), 277-296. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tips.2015.02.008