Crampus – PMS/Cramp Tea

Description

A Comforting Cup for your Cycle

When I reach for Crampus-PMS/Cramp Tea, I’m inviting in ease or a softening of tension and a warm herbal embrace for my monthly rhythms. This blend is crafted to cradle you through PMS and those tightening moments when cramps steal your breath and peace.

With soothing nervines, gentle uterine tonics, traditional pain-relieving botanicals, and herbs historically used to ease spasms and support circulation, Crampus offers comfort during menstruation.

I created this tea for the moments when your womb is speaking loudly begging for gentle relief, warmth, and loving support.

Herbal Allies & Their Roles

Matricaria recutita: German Chamomile

Chamomile relaxes both body and mood, softening uterine tension while easing irritability and digestive upset common in PMS.
Studies support its antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory actions and benefits for dysmenorrhea discomfort.

Viburnum opulus: Cramp Bark

One of the most respected herbs in traditional Western herbalism for menstrual cramps. Guelder-rose in the old world, cramp bark helps relax uterine muscle tension and reduce spasms, making it a cornerstone for easing painful cycles.

Salix alba : White Willow Bark

Known as nature’s aspirin ancestor, willow bark contains salicin — a traditional pain-relief compound.
Historically used to ease uterine cramping, headache, lower-back period pain, and inflammatory discomfort.

Achillea millefolium: Yarrow

Yarrow supports healthy pelvic circulation and helps move stagnant blood — a classic action in menstrual formulations.
Traditionally used to ease uterine discomfort, support balanced menstrual flow, and relieve cramping.

Artemisia vulgaris: Mugwort

A deeply traditional womb herb, mugwort supports circulation, relaxation, and menstrual flow.
Used by midwives and folk practitioners for centuries for painful or sluggish cycles and emotional heaviness around menstruation.

Mentha x piperita: Peppermint

Peppermint refreshes the system, relaxes spasms, eases nausea and digestive heaviness, and helps unwind tension carried in the body and mind.

What Crampus-PMS/Cramp TEa Supports

• PMS mood swings & irritability

• Uterine cramping & pelvic tension

• Back, thigh, and lower-belly discomfort

• Headaches tied to hormone shifts, which I turn to my headache helper here as well

• Digestive upset during menstruation

• Emotional overwhelm during the bleed phase

This blend is especially supportive during the first 1–3 days of menstruation and any cycle day where cramps and tension rise.

How I Prepare It

I steep 1 teaspoon of Crampus per cup of freshly boiled water.
Cover and let sit for 15 minutes, then strain.

I enjoy 1 cup during painful menstruation,
or up to 3 cups daily as needed.

Sip slowly, breathe deeply, and soften into comfort. Add a weighted blanket and/or a heating pad combined with my Mensi Madness to assist this blend.

Contraindications & Cautions

• Avoid during pregnancy

• Mugwort is traditionally not used when trying to conceive

• White willow bark contains salicylates — avoid if allergic to aspirin or taking blood thinners

• Avoid if you have bleeding disorders

• Consult your healthcare provider if taking anticoagulants, NSAIDs, or hormone-related medications

• Not recommended before surgery

Herbal wisdom is powerful; always honor your body’s needs and sensitivities. All the plants on this Earth were designed for a purpose. Let’s use them.