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.
When I tell people that I’m a herbalist, they usually think one of two things… or maybe both. That I work with clients. That I’m broke. I used to think the exact same thing when I thought of herbalists, but thankfully, those limiting beliefs didn’t stop me from becoming one. You see, I wanted to […]
Has your child ever suffered from a bad case of constipation? Have you wondered how to go about managing it naturally instead of opting for over-the-counter fiber drinks or prescription medications? If so, you’re not alone. Today, I’m talking about how to manage constipation in children naturally… not just prevent it from happening in the […]
Easter Sunday will be here before you know it, and the majority of parents (at least here in the US) will be looking for goodies to fill their little one’s Easter baskets with. Now I’m not here to talk to you about why Easter is celebrated, but I am here to talk to you about […]
Preparing healthy breakfasts for my family may be the hardest part of sticking to my meal plan and eating a nutritious diet. Nutritionists recommend that you eat something within 30 minutes of waking up. For my kids, this isn’t a problem. For me and my husband, it is. You’ve heard the TV jingle, “The best […]
Seeing how St. Patrick’s Day is this month, I thought it appropriate to share a bit about my new favorite green herb, usnea (Usnea spp.), with you today. Now, I won’t be talking much about what usnea is, how to identify it, or how to harvest it. If you’d like to get an exclusive video […]
Hey, mama! How’s your February been? Mine has been so nice! 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 what you’ve been up to this month too!
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!