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.
My oldest son, Judah, just turned 7 years old. It’s crazy how quickly time flies. I can still remember his birth like it was yesterday, and I certainly don’t feel like I’ve been a mother for 7 years. You’d think I’d feel a bit more confident and capable of leading and guiding these 4 little blessings […]
From the amount of research that’s been done, it’s become increasingly apparent that fluoride is a toxin and harmful for our teeth and bodies. As mama’s who care for our children, we can speak up and tell our dentist no to fluoride for our kids. There are healthier alternatives to your children having strong, cavity-free […]
When it comes to making healthy real food meals for my family… I’m always learning, and I never feel like I’m doing a good enough job. Can you relate? I still have processed food cravings. I still struggle with making and sticking with meal plans. I’m on a sliding scale with the good-better-best list. It’s […]
Some have compared the body’s immune system to the military… a complex system that is made up of multiple components all acting in sync with each other to protect and defend the body from foreign invaders. Having a strong immune system is vital for good health, but how much control do we have over our immune […]
Headaches are the pits to me. If any acute ailment is going to make me reach for an OTC pain reliever faster than anything, it’s a headache. The reason is because they just seem to get worse over the course of the day if you ignore them. At least that’s how it often goes when I […]
“Give that poor kid some sugar!” “What do you mean he doesn’t eat cereal for breakfast?!” “What’s wrong with pop tarts? I used to eat pop tarts every morning.” “No fruit punch? What do you expect him to drink, water all the time?!” If you’re a parent who makes natural choices for your kids, statements […]
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!