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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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At this point in the year, we’re usually knee-deep into the first term of our homeschool schedule, but this year, I decided to take a different approach and switch up our schedule to follow seasonal rhythms and changes. One way we’re doing this during the winter months is by implementing holiday studies. For the past […]

A Halloween Holiday Unit Study for Homeschoolers | Growing Up Herbal | We’re trying something new in our homeschool. We’re doing a holiday-themed unit study during our Winter Break all about Halloween. Here’s what it consists of in case you want to do one too!

Fall is hands down my favorite season of the year. Not only do I enjoy the slowing of life that commonly occurs during this time of the year, but I enjoy the festivities the season brings as well. These festivities, whether they’re holidays, local festivals, or fun family traditions add to the coziness of the […]

6 Ways I Make My Home Cozy For Fall | Growing Up Herbal | I’m sharing six ways I try to make my home cozy for fall — from food to decor, to smells and family activities, and more!

You guys. I have a love-hate relationship with homeschooling. Don’t get me wrong… I know it’s the right choice for us, and it’s something I definitely want to do with my kids. I’ve seen so much good come of it, I love watching them learn, and I like that I have control over the what […]

A Change in Our Homeschool Schedule & Plans | Growing Up Herbal | I’m changing up our homeschool schedule to follow along with the natural rhythms of the season, and I’m sharing all the details in this post!

So, I’ve been a little MIA lately. It’s summer. The kids are on a break from school, so my normal workload has been cut in half. I’ve been spending a lot of time walking in my garden, watering plants, moving things around, weeding, and whatnot, but most of my time in the garden is spent […]

Life Lately: Summer Gardens | Growing Up Herbal | Take a tour of my brand new summer gardens and see how our landscaping project turned out this year.

If you’ve been following me for long, you know how much I love a roaring fire burning in the woodstove on cold winter days. If you’re new to Growing Up Herbal, then let me welcome you, friend. I’m so glad you’re here! One of my favorite simple pleasures in life is a fire in the […]

How To Make Herbal Beeswax Fire Starters | Growing Up Herbal | These herbal fire starters are easy to create and make starting fires much easier. Learn how to make them here!

Hi, friends! July has come and gone, although a little too quickly for my taste. I’ve been kicked back this summer, trying to take it easier than I normally do. I’ve been sleeping in, doing a lot of reading, and spending lots of time outside in the sun. If you get my Letters To Natural […]

Things I Love: July 2017 | Growing Up Herbal | Cousin's Party 2017, summer foraging, breakfast recipes, and more. Here are 5 of my favorite things from this past month!

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!

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Things I Love: July 2017 | Growing Up Herbal | Cousin's Party 2017, summer foraging, breakfast recipes, and more. Here are 5 of my favorite things from this past month!

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