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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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When I think back to my first pregnancy, I remember it being a time of great joy… as well as a time of uncertainty. I didn’t know the first thing about being pregnant or what to do to nourish my baby other than eating a healthy diet. Sure my OB-GYN gave me some handouts to […]

Making my house into a home is something I’m really passionate about.  I want my husband to look forward to coming home from work and relaxing. I want my kids to enjoy spending time here instead of constantly wanting to go somewhere else. I want to miss this place when we leave and go on […]

Are you pregnant? If so, you may be wondering how to tell which herbs are safe during pregnancy (and which aren’t)? If that sounds like you then you’re in for a treat because today I’m sharing how you can figure out which herbs are and aren’t safe for you to take during pregnancy.  Now before […]

Kids, for some reason, need snacks. Lots of them. If you try to find healthy kids snacks for your little ones you either end up spending a lot of money buying them at the store or a lot of time making them at home. For most parents, there needs to be a happy medium. Either […]

Hey, mama! I hope you’ve had a great March and that the weather has warmed up in your area like it has here for me in Tennessee. I’m back today with another sneak peek into my life by sharing 5 things I’ve loved this past month with you, and as usual, I’d love to know […]

I’m sure you’re aware of how important a healthy digestive system is to overall health, but did you know there are herbs you can give to your kids on a regular basis to help keep their digestive systems in good working order? Oh yes, mama! Today’s recipe is for a marshmallow root infusion with rose syrup, […]

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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