After the Storm — Nightly Rest | Nervine & Sleep Herbal Tea
$6.00
Your nervous system has been running the emergency shift for too long. This tea is permission to finally rest.
Nightly Rest is a gentle but deeply restorative nervine blend crafted specifically for nervous system depletion — the kind that comes from months of caregiving, grief, chronic stress, or illness. This is not just a sleep tea. It is nervous system rebuilding, one cup at a time.
The Blend
- Skullcap — The anchor of this blend and one of the most underappreciated herbs in Western herbalism; traditionally used to rebuild and restore a depleted nervous system; deeply indicated for those who have been running on stress hormones for too long.
- Passionflower — A powerful nervine traditionally used to quiet racing thoughts, ease anxiety, and support deep, restorative sleep.
- Oatstraw — Nervous system food; bridges the nourishing work of the day into the restorative work of the night.
- Lemon Balm — Gently uplifting even as it calms; traditionally used for grief, nervous exhaustion, and the emotional weight of hard seasons.
- Chamomile — Beloved and gentle; anti-inflammatory, calming, and deeply familiar.
- Lavender — A grounding aromatic nervine traditionally used for grief, tension, and peaceful sleep.
How to Brew
- Hot: Steep 1–2 teaspoons in 8 oz of just-boiled water for 10–12 minutes, covered.
- Best use: Drink 30–60 minutes before bed.
- Tip: Consistent nightly use supports the cumulative nervous system rebuilding this blend is designed for.
- Yield: ~10–12 cups per ounce.
Caffeine-free. Small-batch blended by Bald Hill Botanicals & Apothecary.
Pairs With
After the Storm — Daily Restore for complete daytime and evening nervous system support.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best herbal tea for sleep after prolonged stress or burnout?
Nervine herbs — those that specifically support and restore the nervous system — are the traditional choice for stress-related sleep disruption. Nightly Rest combines skullcap and passionflower for deep nervous system calming alongside oatstraw and lemon balm for cumulative restoration over time.
What does skullcap do in an herbal sleep tea?
Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) is one of the most respected nervine tonics in Western herbalism. Unlike sedative herbs that simply knock you out, skullcap is traditionally used to rebuild and restore a depleted nervous system — making it especially indicated for those whose sleep problems stem from chronic stress, anxiety, or burnout rather than simple insomnia.
Is passionflower good for racing thoughts at bedtime?
Passionflower has a long history of traditional use specifically for the kind of sleep disruption caused by an overactive mind — racing thoughts, anxiety, and the inability to wind down. It is one of the lead herbs in Nightly Rest for exactly this reason.
Can herbal tea help with grief-related sleep problems?
Grief places an enormous burden on the nervous system, and sleep disruption is one of its most common physical symptoms. Lemon balm and lavender in this blend have a long history of traditional use for the emotional and physical toll of grief, while skullcap and passionflower address the nervous system depletion that underlies grief-related insomnia.
How is this different from a regular chamomile sleep tea?
Chamomile is a gentle and beloved herb, but it works best for mild, situational sleeplessness. Nightly Rest is built for deeper nervous system depletion — the kind that chamomile alone cannot address. Skullcap, passionflower, and oatstraw work at a different level, supporting cumulative nervous system restoration with consistent nightly use.
Cautions
Consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medications (including sedatives, anti-anxiety medications, or blood thinners), managing a chronic or existing health condition, or have known allergies to plants in the Asteraceae (daisy) family. Keep out of reach of children.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
