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One of the worst things I can think of would be to come down with a stomach bug while traveling. I mean, you’re on the road, you have this great trip planned, you’re looking forward to all the delicious foods you’re gonna eat and the beautiful places you’re going to see, and BAM! It hits […]

It’s that time of the year! The time for the annual Cousin’s Party!  It’s THE event of the summer for our big family. The adults plan for it months in advance, the kids look forward to it all year, and once all is said and done, we all sleep really well! Today, I’d like to […]

As parents, we instinctively want to protect our children from anything dangerous. Many of us choose foods that will strengthen their bodies, avoid synthetic chemicals, and turn to natural remedies and herbs instead of prescription medications. Even with these precautions, though, is it possible that our children’s systems still need to be detoxed? Is a […]

Happy 4th of July my American friends! I hope this year finds you healthy, happy, and grateful for the freedoms we have here in America! In honor of Independence Day (and my sweet tooth), I’d like to combine holiday festivity with health by introducing you to my herbal patriotic popsicles! These popsicles are not only […]

Hey, mama! How has your June been? Mine has flown by! (I feel like I’m constantly saying that these days, and it’s making me feel old!) Summer is officially here, and the boys and I are finishing up last bits of school. (Yes, we’re behind, but thankfully, it’s no big deal since we homeschool!) I’ve […]

It’s been a while since I’ve written a post sharing the work we’ve been doing around our home. If you’ve been reading Growing Up Herbal long, you’ll know we bought a piece of property a few years back with a pretty outdated house that needed a good bit of work. We loved the land and […]