A traditional medicine bag or pouch is a small bag made from leather or another natural material. Inside, it usually holds small personal items that offer spiritual support and protection. In many Indigenous cultures, a medicine pouch is meant to bring guidance, good health, safety, protection and love to the person who carries it. These pouches are very personal, and many people choose to have one made especially for their own needs and intentions.

A medicine pouch often includes one item from each part of the natural world:

• Plant: such as sage, sweetgrass, tobacco, cedar, or other herbs
• Animal: like a small feather, fur, or bone
• Mineral: such as a stone, shell, or crystal
• Human: a lock of hair or another small personal item

Each item represents a connection between the person and the natural world. A medicine pouch is usually kept close to the body, treated with respect, and opened only by its owner. Over time, it can become a meaningful source of strength, balance, and spiritual grounding.