Five Star Gift Ideas

For your son who has a passion for herbal remedies and alternative medicine, there are numerous meaningful and personal gift ideas that can enhance his interests and bring joy to his journey. Here are a few suggestions to consider:

1. Herbal Medicine Making Kit: Help your son explore his passion further with a DIY herbal medicine making kit. These kits often include a variety of dried herbs, essential oils, carrier oils, and instructions for creating different remedies like salves, tinctures, teas, and more. This gift allows him to delve into hands-on experiences of creating his own herbal remedies.

2. Books on Herbalism and Alternative Medicine: Expand your son's knowledge with books that delve deeper into the world of herbalism and alternative medicine. Consider titles such as "Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide," "The Herbal Apothecary," or "Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine." These resources provide comprehensive information on various herbs, their uses, and how to prepare remedies.

3. Plant Identification Guide: Help your son discover and identify different medicinal plants with a plant identification guide or even a botany field guide specific to his region. These guides often include detailed descriptions, photographs, and uses of various plants, allowing him to deepen his understanding of herbal remedies in a practical way.

4. Subscription to Herbalism Workshops or Online Courses: Consider gifting your son a subscription to herbalism workshops or online courses. There are numerous platforms, such as The Herbal Academy or Udemy, offering courses on herbal medicine, plant identification, making herbal remedies, and more. These resources provide him with opportunities to learn from experts and expand his knowledge and skills.

5. Herb Garden Kit: Encourage your son to grow his own medicinal herbs with a herb garden kit. Choose one that includes seeds or seedlings of herbs commonly used in alternative medicine, like lavender, chamomile, peppermint, and echinacea. This way, he can cultivate his own herbs, learn about their growing conditions, and eventually harvest and use them in his remedies.

6. Essential Oil Diffuser: A high-quality essential oil diffuser can enhance your son's experience of incorporating aromatherapy into his herbal medicine practices. Select a diffuser that has features like adjustable settings, timer functionality, and an appealing design. Pair it with a set of essential oils known for their healing properties, such as lavender, eucalyptus, tea tree, or peppermint.

7. Aromatherapy Necklace or Bracelet: Consider gifting your son an aromatherapy necklace or bracelet that allows him to enjoy the benefits of essential oils throughout the day. These jewelry pieces typically have small compartments where he can place a few drops of his favorite essential oils. It's a stylish and portable way for him to experience the therapeutic effects of aromatherapy.

Remember, the most important aspect of choosing a gift is to show your support for your son's passion. By giving him a gift related to herbal remedies and alternative medicine, you not only contribute to his interests but also encourage his personal and intellectual growth in this field.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”