I came in here looking for a tea after finding out I was pregnant, and all of my teas are caffeinated. I asked the shopkeeper for help, and they verified that I was looking for a tea for a healthy pregnancy, which I appreciated. It is an apothecary after all, and women should have the right to choose. I verified I was looking for a tea for a healthy pregnancy, and they showed me the nourish tea and went over all of the benefits. I ended up purchasing it for more than $20. For some reason I had a weird feeling and I looked up the ingredient list. One of the ingredients, nettle leaf, is an abortifacient and unsafe during pregnancy. I am incredibly upset that despite me being very clear about what I wanted from this tea, the shopkeeper pointed me to an item that could have made me lose my baby. I trusted that the shopkeeper would know their stock and be aware of what would and wouldn’t be a good idea given my condition, and I could have lost my baby. Will never be back, and my partner and I are incredibly upset about...
   Read moreThe Stinging Nettle is an absolute gem of a shop. Every visit feels like stepping into a space where wellness and community are at the heart of everything they do. Allie, the owner, is incredibly knowledgeable and always takes the time to help me find exactly what I need—whether it's a specific tincture, a tea blend, or the perfect bulk herb.
The selection is outstanding: high-quality teas, tinctures, and herbs, along with beautifully crafted body care items and a lovely array of fun, giftable products. Everything feels intentional, curated with care, and rooted in herbal wisdom.
Allie also offers classes on topics like herbal-infused oils and herbs for sleep, which I'm excited to try in the near future.
If you're into natural wellness, herbal remedies, or simply love supporting thoughtful local businesses, The Stinging Nettle is not to...
   Read moreI hadn't realized this place just opened up in the old antique shop in downtown Loveland until about a week ago! It's awesome! There's another apothecary in Loveland that sells herbs, but this one is way more helpful. All the staff are herbologists, and each one can help you determine the right product for you, depending on what you're looking for. They also have a few people who work in there, so it seems like they're setting it up as a wellness center. So glad we're getting more of this stuff in town! I really hope they do well so this business becomes a...
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