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.
Because I love the idea of living seasonally so much, I decided that instead of sitting around wishing and dreaming seasonal living into my life, that I would get busy and create a list of practical things I could do this year to live more fully during autumn. If you’re curious about what I’ll be […]
A couple of weeks ago, I headed outside to find a little something for the boys to work on for their nature journaling for the day. After looking around, trying to find something new for them to draw and journal, I noticed that some of my wildflowers had gone to seed, so I gathered some […]
Herbalism is a never-ending field of study, and one of the areas I’ve chosen to challenge myself with over the last 2 years is foraging. While I think foraging and cultivating herbs should be a part […]
Whether you’re celebrating the upcoming 4th of July holiday or gathering with friends and family for a summer get-together, beautiful drinks can take a summer party to the next level! Today, I’m sharing a recipe for a summer mocktail that can easily be upgraded to a cocktail if you wish. You can go all patriotic […]
I recently received a comment from a blog reader asking me what my thoughts were on making Instant Pot tinctures. While I replied to that specific comment, I thought I’d write a blog post about it because I figure it’s something other people have wondered as well. So, the short answer to that question is, […]
You guys! I have another Seasonal Herbalism Community recap and preview for you today. If you’ve heard me talk about this herbal membership and wanted to know more, here’s your chance. We’ve just transitioned into summer content, and I must say, it’s SO good! You can check out what we covered inside my inner herbal […]
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!