“Welcome to the farm! We’re so excited to have you for a visit!”
Handmade Fresh
We handmake self-care and home-care products with ingredients and inspiration directly from the farm! Our storefront is located in DuBois Pa and our farm is located in Falls Creek Pa.
Growing & Learning
We raise and care for a variety of plants & animals on the farm. Our herd includes 25 pygmy goats and a mixed flock of poultry. We grow a variety of herbs and produce. Organically raised and sustainably harvested!
Real Farmhouse Living
Farmhouse doesn’t always mean shiplap and subway tile! To us farmhouse means chick incubators in the spare room, bottle baby goats in the laundry room, and muddy human kids in the tub! It’s a crazy, beautiful life!
Welcome to the Calhoun Farmstead Blog — your source for natural self-care, herbal wellness, and farm-inspired living in DuBois, PA. Here, we share practical tips, guides, and inspiration for incorporating natural products into your everyday routine, from herbal teas and skincare to detox support and non-toxic home care. Whether you’re looking for simple ways to support relaxation, boost your wellness routine, or switch to clean, plant-based products, our blog is designed to help you live more intentionally. As a small, locally rooted business, we’re passionate about creating and sharing handmade, farm-based products that support both your well-being and a more sustainable lifestyle. Explore our posts and discover how to bring natural wellness into your daily life — right here in DuBois, Pennsylvania or wherever you are. 🌿
- Why Women Need Community More Than Ever
Modern life has made it easier than ever to stay connected. We can text instantly. Join online groups. Video chat with friends across the country. Follow hundreds of people on social media. Yet despite all these ways to connect, many women feel lonelier than ever. In fact, one of the most common experiences women share is feeling as though they […]
- Learning to Say No Without Feeling Bad
For many women, saying “no” is one of the hardest things to do. Not because they don’t want to. But because they don’t want to disappoint anyone. They don’t want to seem selfish. They don’t want to let people down. So they say yes. Yes to helping. Yes to volunteering. Yes to extra responsibilities. Yes to commitments they don’t really […]
- The Connection Between Rest and Resilience
In today’s world, many women have become experts at pushing through. They push through exhaustion. They push through stress. They push through overwhelm. They push through difficult seasons because people depend on them. While resilience is often celebrated, there’s an important truth that many people overlook: Resilience isn’t built by constantly doing more. It’s built by allowing yourself time to […]
- Why Midlife Feels So Different Than You Expected
When many women imagine midlife, they picture a season where life finally becomes simpler. The children are older. Careers are established. The hard years are behind them. But for many women, the reality looks quite different. Instead of feeling settled, they find themselves feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, restless, or uncertain about what comes next. If you’ve been feeling this way, you’re […]
- How to Stop Feeling Guilty for Taking Time for Yourself
Have you ever sat down to relax only to immediately start thinking about everything you should be doing instead? Maybe you’ve tried reading a book, taking a bath, enjoying a cup of tea, or simply sitting quietly for a few moments. And instead of feeling relaxed, you felt guilty. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many women struggle with […]
- The Invisible Work Women Carry Every Day
At the end of a busy day, many women find themselves wondering why they’re so exhausted. After all, they may not have spent the day doing physically demanding labor. They may have worked from home, driven children to activities, run errands, attended meetings, managed a household, or checked items off a to-do list. Yet they feel completely drained. The reason […]
- Why Women Are More Overwhelmed Than Ever Before
Have you ever reached the end of the day feeling completely exhausted, only to realize you never actually stopped moving? Between work, family responsibilities, household management, appointments, finances, caregiving, and the endless stream of notifications coming from our phones, many women feel like they’re carrying more than ever before. And they’re not imagining it. Across all stages of life, women […]
- Why Tallow Skincare Is Suddenly Everywhere
If you’ve spent any time in the natural skincare world lately, chances are you’ve seen whipped tallow balm popping up everywhere. Once considered an old-fashioned ingredient, tallow has quickly become one of the biggest trends in handmade skincare, farmhouse apothecary products, and low-tox beauty routines. But why is this traditional ingredient suddenly making such a huge comeback? At Calhoun Farmstead, […]
- Why Loose-Leaf Herbal Tea Feels Like a Luxury Self-Care Ritual
There’s something special about loose-leaf herbal tea that instantly feels more intentional than grabbing a quick tea bag on the go. The textures, aromas, colors, and slow brewing process transform an ordinary drink into a relaxing self-care experience. At Calhoun Farmstead, loose-leaf tea has become one of the most loved parts of our apothecary because it encourages people to slow […]
- Herbal Tea Ideas for Stressful Days
Some days feel nonstop from beginning to end. Between work, errands, schedules, and constant digital noise, it’s easy to feel mentally overwhelmed. During stressful seasons, many people turn to simple comforting routines like herbal tea to help create small moments of calm throughout the day. At Calhoun Farmstead, herbal teas are one of our favorite ways to bring cozy wellness […]
- How to Create a Cozy Evening Tea Ritual
In a world filled with constant notifications, busy schedules, and endless multitasking, many people are looking for simple ways to slow down and create more peaceful evenings. One of the easiest and most comforting self-care habits is building a cozy evening tea ritual. At Calhoun Farmstead, we believe relaxation doesn’t need to be complicated. Sometimes the smallest rituals — a […]
- Benefits of Magnesium Spray
Magnesium spray is one of the simplest and fastest ways to apply topical magnesium. Why Customers Love Magnesium Spray: Many customers enjoy spraying magnesium onto their feet or legs before relaxing for the evening. Best For: Benefits of Magnesium Lotion Magnesium lotion combines topical magnesium with moisturizing ingredients to create a more nourishing skincare experience. Why Customers Love Magnesium Lotion: […]
- How to Create a Relaxing Nighttime Routine for Better Self-Care
In today’s busy world, many people struggle to truly slow down at the end of the day. Long schedules, constant notifications, stress, and endless to-do lists can make evenings feel rushed instead of restful. That’s why more people are intentionally creating nighttime self-care routines designed to help them unwind, relax, and reconnect with themselves before bed. At Calhoun Farmstead, we […]
- Spring Self Care Ideas to Help You Feel Refreshed and Recharged
There’s something about spring that makes everything feel new again. It’s a natural time to reset your routines and bring more calm, balance, and intention into your day. If you’ve been feeling stuck or worn down, a simple Spring Reset can help you feel like yourself again. 🌸 Start with Your Senses Spring is all about light, fresh, and uplifting […]