Tricia Dignon

Hi I'm not sure if anyone has recommended Tulsi (holy basil) to you yet, but I have found it to be extremely useful for anxiety and depression. Tulsi has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. The name tulsi is translated as "the incomparable one". It promotes a general sense of well being and is said to elevate the mood in times of stress.
As with all herbs you have to consider how it will effect your body when deciding whether or not to take it. Tulsi is an anticoagulant, and also contains slightly high levels of chromium.
I hope you find an herbal regimen that can help!

I love gotu kola, it is an extremely useful little plant. Its adaptogenic properties are perfect for post pardum, or in any instance of trauma or stress to the body. I had trouble keeping it happy indoors in zone 7. It likes heat and moisture, so be sure to keep it wet!