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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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All of a sudden, you hear it. That nasty, loud sound coming from your little one that just irks your ears. You know what it means — a virus most likely. It interrupts your day and your night, makes your child irritable, and leaves you exhausted. Thankfully there’s help — simple, natural help. Keep reading […]

When any of my little ones start coming down with a cold or any respiratory type illness, I know it’s not only time to pull out the echinacea root tincture, but it’s also time to increase the amount of garlic they’re eating. So what do I do? I immediately go to my kitchen and whip […]

Today I’m sharing some of the best natural remedies for coughs out there on the web. Below you’ll find links to the recipes and the fabulous blogs that host them. Enjoy!

Over the last few years, we’re learning that over-the-counter cough medicines aren’t safe for little children and the pharmaceutical companies are starting to change the recommended ages on those medications. So what are you to do when your kiddo starts coughing in the middle of the night? Below are 10 ingredients you should have on hand to […]

Did you know that cacao (or chocolate) is an aphrodisiac? It’s true! With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to share some of the aphrodisiac qualities of cacao with you today and give you a few ideas on how you can put the aphrodisiac properties of cacao to use […]

As some of you who follow me on Instagram and Facebook know, I tested positive for Covid early last week, so I’ve pretty much spent the entire past week in bed resting. Yes, my house is a mess, and no, my kiddos didn’t eat as healthily. Thankfully, Dean did his best to keep everyone alive, fed, and from tearing […]

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
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