We enjoy discovering natural remedies for a variety of common, every day issues like head aches, dandruff, and eczema, for different mother/baby issues like mastitis, colic, and ear infections, and for less common and possible more intense things like adrenal fatigue and lyme disease. This post outlines several natural remedies for lyme disease and how […]
Meagan Visser
Meagan Visser is a homeschool mom to 3 little boys with another on the way in 2014. Her goal is to teach parents how to take charge of their children's health naturally. She writes about using herbs and essential oils for natural health, but I also write a bit about nutrition and other current topics affecting parents and children.
http://GrowingUpHerbal.com4 Natural Remedies for Motion Sickness
Family trips are a bit of a conundrum, aren’t they? Most of the time, you’re headed for a “vacation” somewhere warm and/or exciting. But with kiddos, the adventure begins even before you leave. Packing and loading kids into the car takes some work, and by the time you hit the road, you’re ready for your […]
How to Store Herbs
If you’re living a more holistic lifestyle, chances are you have stores of natural remedies and health supporters like honey, essential oils, and herbs on hand. These, and more, are all great ways to support the immune system and treat everyday health issues in a gentler way. In order to preserve items like organic herbs, […]
How to Grow Your Own Herbs
I remember watching my grandfather till the ground to plant his garden. I remember watching him plant seeds and faithfully tend that garden while small sprouts of vegetables began to make their existence known. I remember standing in that garden with my grandma, admiring all that we were about to pick. I remember washing and […]
7 Postpartum Must Haves for Natural Mamas
The postpartum time after delivery (also known as “the fourth trimester”) can prove to be a difficult one as a new mama adjusts to life with a newborn all the while healing from the birthing process. But being prepared for this time and having some foundation items can really make this time much easier and […]
How to Use Herbal Teas for Babies and Small Children
Herbal teas can be very beneficial for babies and children when taken correctly. Herbs and herbal teas can really come in handy if your child is sick or experiencing some discomfort. If you’ve ever wondered how to use herbal teas for babies, this post is for you. Meagan details how to choose the dosage of […]
Relaxing Bath Salts that Will Help Your Children Sleep
Getting babies and kids to sleep can often times be a real struggle. In this post, Meagan gives some tips on how to settle kids down before bedtime, as well as a relaxing bath salts recipe that will encourage your babies to sleep like, well, babies 😉 “Have you ever had one of those nights […]
Healthy Snow Cream
Ah, snow cream. The thought of this winter delight takes me straight back to childhood and snow days off from school. I remember searching tirelessly for the best clean snow outside, and then rushing in to mix it with some milk to make snow cream. Now, this snow cream recipe from Meagan is on a […]
How to Eat Real Food on a Budget
It’s an understandable thought: how can I afford to eat a real food diet when my family is on a budget? But don’t stress out. It is absolutely possible to afford eating real food on a budget, even a tight one. All it takes is some focus and planning in order to ensure that your […]
Infection Fighting Massage Oil
This DIY massage oil is made with healing essentials oils that, when combined, have the ability to fight various kinds of infections. It is simple to make and easy to keep on hand! “How would you like to know how to make a massage oil that will help fight infections on and in the skin […]