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I remember that as a first time mother I had zero knowledge of real food nutrition. I stocked up on store brand, artificially thickened and colored, sugar laden yogurts as my go-to nursing snack. Boy did I regret that decision! It took us MONTHS to figure out why our son wouldn’t nurse properly. Why he […]

When you come from a family where there are 16 adults and 15 small children always spending time together, colds are spread like hugs. It’s unfortunate, but it’s just one of those things you have to accept unless you want to cut yourself off from your family… which I don’t. I love my big family! […]

Elderberry syrup is a staple in most natural homes as fall approaches. This is because elderberries are known to stimulate the immune system and help the body better defend itself against germs it comes into contact with. It’s great for all ages, and it’s definitely not one of those preparations you have to force your […]

Welcome to the bonus lesson in the June Herb Challenge here on GrowingUpHerbal.com. I had originally planned this as the first weeks challenge, but I could not find calendula seeds or plants ANYWHERE locally… at least not the medicinal variety I talk about below. Finally I found some to order online and because calendula is […]

Guest Post by Joanna Runciman of Actual Organics There’s much talk of toxins in the home these days, and as a parent, that can feel scary. Fortunately there are some simple steps you can take to reduce the amount of toxins in your home, and today, I’m going to share 3 of them with you. 1. Soaps […]

There’s a lot of debate surrounding essential oil use and safety on the web these days. So much so that it’s overwhelming and frustrating to try to decide where you stand on any given issue. From learning more about how to use essential oils to using them safely on different ages, much is debated and […]