Juniper Russo

I am a natural health consultant and freelance writer, studied and accredited in fields pertaining to nutrition, herbal medicine, and women's health issues. I am especially interested in the ways that nutrition and herbal medicine interact with fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. As an active advocate of natural birth and natural parenting, I strive to remain up-to-date on the latest news pertaining to these issues.

I have worked as a natural health consultant, either in a workplace environment or as a freelance writer, for two years. Prior to this career, I studied and became accredited as a doula, or labor coach, and lactation consultant; I have also been highly involved in the sustainability movement and I am familiar with the complexities of offgrid, self-sufficient living.

Outside of Suite101, I frequently write about freshwater aquariums, cat care and genetics, sustainable living, parenting, alternative spirituality, feminism, endangered species, and disability activism. More of my work can be seen on my Associated Content profile page.