Do we even know what play or even outdoor play is anymore? Research has been trying to show parents that unstructured outdoor play is important but they are still feeling the pressure to put their children in structured play environments. In fact, structured play has become so common that parents and childcare givers are confusing…
Dressing my 19 month old for winter has been a challenge. She is extremely mobile and loves to explore. Bulky outdoor clothing just does not work for this little gal. The most challenging piece of clothing has been her baby mitts! If, after trying, she couldn’t manage to pull them off she would just stand…
Going on family adventures is a great way to bond as a family and create new memories. Our family sure has enjoyed travelling Europe together after we had our first daughter and then touring in Dusty our VW van after having our second daughter. I want YOU to have the opportunity to adventure with your family and so I…
It is not always easy to get outdoors and sometimes staying inside can seem a lot easier. Sometimes staying indoors may even BE easier. This past week it was incredibly difficult for me to get the girls out of the house. The weather was cold and by cold I mean -30 with the wind chill.…
Are you feeling out of outdoor activities to do with your children? Sometimes I wake up and feel completely uninspired on what to do with my kiddies and need a reminder of the the little outdoor activities we can do close to home. Then I thought that you might too so I wrote up this…
The other day it started to rain. I immediately thought “oh no, what a bummer.” I then said out loud “Ugh, it’s raining”. My oldest daughter who was out of the room jumps up from her toys and races out of the room and yells “ITS’S RAINING!!!” She immediately starts putting on her rubber boots,…
