Ruahinetanga Bundle for Wāhine – Natural Rongoā for Menopause

The Ruahinetanga Bundle is a thoughtfully curated collection of natural, wāhine-centred rongoā to support the sacred transition of menopause. Drawing from Rongoā Māori traditions and grounded in the whenua of Te Waipounamu, this set offers gentle, holistic support for emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing during peri-menopause, menopause, and beyond.

Designed with care in Ōtautahi, this bundle is a beautiful gift for yourself or another wāhine entering or embracing the powerful phase of Ruahinetanga.

🌿 What’s Inside the Bundle

Whakaaio Balm – Soothing Rongoā for Calm and Balance (20ml)

Crafted to support emotional ease, hormonal balance, and nervous system regulation. A grounding balm to help wāhine reconnect to their centre during cycles of overwhelm, irritability, or inner tension.

Key rākau: Kawakawa, Karamū, Kohekohe, Kōhia (leaves), Koromiko

Use it for:

• Mirimiri to chest, puku, forehead or back of neck
• A calming ritual before bed or during hormonal shifts

Rongoā Ora Balm – Restorative Body Care for Tinana Support (30ml)

A warming and soothing balm designed to ease tension in muscles and joints, especially in areas where stress and hormonal shifts are held in the body.

Key rākau: Horopito, Kānuka, Makomako, Tataramoa, Tūpākihi

Use it for:

• Mirimiri into lower back, hips, shoulders, or any area of mamae
• Use post-exercise, long days, or as part of an evening recovery ritual

Hot Flush Spray – Cooling Hydrosol for Inner Fire (30ml)

This refreshing botanical mist brings instant relief during hot flushes, night sweats, or surges of internal heat. Uplifting and cooling, it reconnects you to breath and presence.

Key ingredients: Native plant hydrosols (seasonal), purified water

Use it for:

• Spritz onto face, chest or neck during hot flushes
• Carry for on-the-go cooling support

💛 Why Choose the Ruahinetanga | Menopause Bundle

• Wāhine-Led, Wāhine-Centred – Created by wāhine, for wāhine — grounded in care, connection and lived understanding
• Cultural Integrity – Honouring Rongoā Māori and mātauranga of Waitaha and Kāi Tahu
• Holistic Self-Care – Supports the tinana (body), hinengaro (mind), and wairua (spirit)
• Eco-Friendly & Ethical – Made with locally sourced oils, sustainable plant harvests, and biodegradable packaging
• Natural and Gentle – Fragrance-free, plant-based, and safe for daily use (with guidance)

🛡 Important Notes

• For external use only
• Not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Patch test recommended prior to full use
• Store in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight
• Consult your kai rongoā or health professional if uncertain

Ruahinetanga is not an ending — it is a return. A time to honour the depth, wisdom, and unfolding of your wāhine journey. This bundle invites you to soften, slow down, and walk with grace through this sacred transformation.