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  PLANNING A HIKING TRIP WITH YOUR KIDS We all know it’s a challenge to hike with kids, but you don’t have to put your hiking hobby “on hold” when you become a parent. As we mentioned in the previous article, both you and your little one should go outdoors to get exercise, breathe fresh air, and enjoy the natural world. We wanted to provide you with a few tips on how to make hiking with your kids easier.   CREATE A FLEXIBLE & FRIENDLY PLAN Remember you are going to hike with your little one, so select hikes that...

Gets mothers out of the house It can be incredibly isolating to become a new parent. Mothers may no longer be able to participate in the activities they once enjoyed before they became mothers due to time constraints, they may now be stay-at-home moms with no social interaction with other moms, or if they have returned to the workforce, they must rush home to pick up their children from daycare.  By spending time outdoors with friends and family, women can rebuild their social network and increase their confidence. Learn about nature with your little one Nature is a great teacher. Getting...

  Preparing for a new baby can be stressful, there’s no doubt about it. There are so many things to think about and so many tasks to take care of that it can easily become overwhelming. No matter how exciting this time is, it can also be filled with anxiety even if you’ve done it before. Many parents-to-be feel pressured to make sure everything is absolutely perfect for the arrival of their baby. And from the nursery to the bottles, you’ll also probably face opinions about every detail of the process, both online and from well-meaning friends and family members....

  Parenting with a disability can feel like dealing with two huge challenges at once, which can, of course, be extremely intimidating. Even if you have learned to adapt your day-to-day life to your disability, a child can throw this sense of routine way off course. So, what can you do to make this easier? Quite a few things, as it turns out. According to the National Council on Disability, 4.1 million of U.S. parents are disabled. This means that there are millions of people out there who have gone through the same thing, and there is a wealth of...

Hiking with children, if prepared to do so, can be a memorable, fun, and great learning experience for both child and adult. With children inside all day during the week, and consumed by tv during their free time, hiking is a great way to get them outside and develop their love for nature. Being prepared for a hike with children can make the difference between long hours of complaining and them asking “when are we going on our next hike?”Here are some essential tips that will ensure your family can enjoy hikes together for years to come:Have realistic expectationsExpecting your...