Welcome to the Growing Up Herbal Journal where you'll find information on herbal education, recipes, tutorials, natural living tips and tricks, and behind the scenes glimpses of how I live life naturally.

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Do you ever wake up feeling fresh and energized, ready to tackle your to-do list, but unfortunately, life happens and you just can’t get anything done? Oh boy! Do I know that feeling! Yesterday was definitely one of those days for me, and it was super frustrating. If you’re a mom or you work from […]

Those Days When You Can't Get Anything Done | Growing Up Herbal | Do you ever have one of those days where you can't get anything done? Yesterday was one of those days, but here's how I got out of my slump.
A Sneak Peek Inside My Natural Medicine Cabinet | Growing Up Herbal | Come see what natural remedies I keep stocked in my home for first aid situations and other everyday ailments.

When I was pregnant with my first baby, Judah, I remember desperately wanting to use non-toxic skin care products on him. However, seeing how I’d just left my job as a registered nurse, I couldn’t afford to go out and buy all the natural baby products I wanted so, instead, I got busy making my own. […]

There are times when I feel broke, y’all. Do you ever have those days? Maybe it’s because a bunch of bills got paid all at once. Or, maybe it’s because shopping for new clothes isn’t an option at the moment. It could even be the social media blues. Have you had those? Now, as organized […]

How To Clean Glass Bottles For Reuse | Growing Up Herbal | Learn how to clean glass bottles so you can reuse them for herbal tinctures, infused oils, or essential oil blends.
Fluffy Ricotta Pancakes With Homemade Strawberry Syrup | Growing Up Herbal | Wanna know what our favorite pancake and homemade syrup recipes are? Get them in today's post, and pin it to your Pinterest boards for safe keeping!

Unlike the majority of our weekly breakfasts, we go all out for Saturday morning breakfast here in the Visser home. Sunday through Friday, breakfasts tend to be quick and simple as we’re either running out the door to go somewhere or trying to get our day off to a good start here at home. Speaking […]

You probably already know just how amazing Pinterest is for finding, saving, and categorizing ideas and inspiration. And if you don’t, I’ve got the perfect excuse for you to find out. Starting today, January 9th, I’m holding my first-ever contest on Pinterest, and I’d love for you to join me in participating. It’s easy, and it’s […]

We Are Herb Folk: Enter My First-Ever Contest On Pinterest! | Growing Up Herbal | Join me in this fun Pinterest contest and win an Herbal Remedy Kit from Learning Herbs!
Welcome To The NEW Growing Up Herbal! (Win Some Natural Mama Prizes!) | Growing Up Herbal | Join me as I celebrate the launch of my new website design. I'm hosting some fun contests and giving away some amazing natural mama prizes all week! Come check it out!

You know that feeling you get right before you go into labor… the one where you feel so ready for your baby to come, but at the same time, not quite prepared for it just yet? Well, that’s EXACTLY how I’m feeling right now! I’ve gone through the whole pregnancy, labor, and delivery process four […]

Are you interested in learning how to use plants to support your health in as natural a way as possible — plants that grow in your backyard or in the forest behind your home or can be found in the local herb shop? If so, here's how you can become an herbalist!

How to Become
An Herbalist

Looking for books, recommended courses and workshops, and my must-have herbal supplies. You've got it. I'm dishing out all my favorite herbal resources with you!

My Favorite Resources for the Home Herbalist

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Welcome To The NEW Growing Up Herbal! (Win Some Natural Mama Prizes!) | Growing Up Herbal | Join me as I celebrate the launch of my new website design. I'm hosting some fun contests and giving away some amazing natural mama prizes all week! Come check it out!

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