Heather Smidt, LicAc LMT & Reiki Practitioner

12/12/2025

The icy pond behind my house has been my teacher this week.
Its stillness holds a quiet strength that mirrors the energy of Winter. In East Asian medicine, this season belongs to the Kidney system, our deepest reservoir of vitality. Like that frozen surface, we are meant to slow down, conserve warmth, and honor what’s happening beneath our own surface.

In stillness, restoration happens.
In cold, the body asks for gentleness.

If you’ve been feeling more tired, reflective, or craving warmth, you’re not doing anything wrong. You’re simply listening to seasonal wisdom.
Support your Kidney energy with rest, warm foods, and practices that nourish your core. I’ve been trying to do the same.

Sending warmth from my home and clinic here in Lexington, MA, honoring the season one quiet moment at a time ❄️🪷

12/02/2025

This morning I made my way to , one of my favorite fellow Lexington businesses, to snag a holiday wreath for the office door.

As I wandered through their beautiful selection, I ran into the lovely woman who makes the wreaths. She was quietly inspecting each one, making the tiniest adjustments with so much intention. You could *feel* the love and care she pours into every piece.

This year’s wreath has a little sprig of cinnamon tucked inside which is one of my favorite herbs in East Asian Medicine. 🍂 It’s such a sweet reminder of warmth, circulation, and seasonal nourishment… and now it greets everyone who walks through my door.

Here’s to handcrafted beauty, community connections, and the small things that make this season feel extra special. ❤️🎄

11/19/2025

11/07/2025

11/06/2025

Introducing Grounded Paths! This is a chance to come together, walk, and connect.

Our first walk is on November 20th at noon.

10/31/2025

Today is a hard day when you're struggling to build your family.💀

Most days it's easier to try to avoid things related to families, but on Halloween, they actively seek you out in what feels like an emotional attack!

Whatever you need to do to defend yourself emotionally today, we're here for it.

And, we're here for you! 🧡 Reach out at admin@allpathsfb.org or send us a DM if you're struggling today.

10/27/2025

Today, I ran into one of my favorite YouTube couples at one of my usual haunts. I’ve been following their journey. I appreciate their humor and love for one another. I also appreciate their candor. I recently saw this post from them and thought I would share.

Today we vlogged one of our unusual days but still somewhat "normal" day in the life! Sarah is doing acupuncture and Carlo shows us his pasta carbonara recip...

09/29/2025

Our Executive Director Kate is going to be doing a LIVE TV interview today with Kerry Kavanaugh on Boston 25 News Now at 3, talking about AllPaths and the Walk.

Her segment will air around 3:15PM. 📹 Tune in!

09/26/2025

This beauty had only two leaves when I brought her home from my local Buy Nothing group. She was infested with scale (though I didn’t know it at first), struggling in silence but still holding on.
After some serious pest remediation, a new pot, fresh soil, patience, and a whole lot of love… she’s finally thriving.
It’s wild how plants mirror us. Healing isn’t instant. Growth takes time. With the right conditions and a little care, we can all come back stronger.
From the mud grows the lotus 🌱✨

09/25/2025

09/24/2025

🧡👇GIVEAWAY ALERT!

Ever feel like your fertility journey is completely out of your hands?

Like no matter what you do or how hard you try, the timing, outcome, and getting to the next step, all feels totally out of your control?

If you feel this way, you're not alone! This is one of the most frustrating parts of struggling to build your family.

That’s why we’re so excited to share that we’re giving away a copy of The Herbal Fertility Handbook by Liane Moccia! ✨

Liane is a Registered Clinical Herbalist and AllPaths Board Member, who also leads our TTC support group.

Her book is filled with gentle, grounded, evidence-based ways to support your fertility- from herbs and natural supplements to lifestyle shifts and holistic practices.

It’s not about finding a magic fix. It’s about understanding your body, reconnecting with your agency, and taking small, supportive steps that actually feel doable.

Whether you’re just starting to explore your options or you’ve been on this path for years, this book can help you feel more informed and empowered.

🫶 And we’d love to send you a copy.

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09/22/2025

PCOS isn’t “just” about fertility. It’s about your whole self.

Polycystic o***y syndrome is one of the most common and most misunderstood reproductive health conditions. And yes, it’s the leading cause of anovulatory infertility…

…but that’s only part of the story.

PCOS can impact your hormones, your mood, your skin, your hair, your cycle, your energy levels and your sense of self.

Symptoms don’t always look the same. For some, it’s irregular periods. For others, it’s acne, hair thinning, excess hair growth, insulin resistance, or anxiety and depression.

The truth? PCOS is wildly underdiagnosed. While the official stat says 1 in 10, many experts believe it’s closer to 1 in 5. That means you almost certainly know someone who’s quietly navigating it, maybe even without a diagnosis yet.

So if you're living with PCOS:
You’re not imagining it.
You’re not alone.
And you deserve care that looks at the whole picture.

Let’s keep talking about it. Let’s keep pushing for awareness, research, and real support.

🧡 Share this to help others feel seen.