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Here at Run Wild My Child, we’re not anti-screen

Here at Run Wild My Child, we’re not anti-screen…we’re pro-outside. It’s not an either or.

There’s no judgment here for how you balance screen time with outdoor time. Every family has different needs, different routines, and different seasons of life. We’re here to support, not shame.

We want to help parents prioritize getting their kids outside and (hopefully) raise kids who would rather be outdoors than inside on a screen. But screens aren’t evil…and neither are parents who allow screens or kids who use them.

Giving your child an occasional screen doesn’t make you any less of an outdoor-loving parent!

Thanks for coming to my TED talk!

Do you agree?

🎃 Knock knock, trick-or-treaters! Did you kno

🎃 Knock knock, trick-or-treaters!

Did you know that in my city (St. Louis), trick-or-treaters have to earn their candy by telling a joke?! 👻

When I first moved to St. Louis, this tradition totally caught me off guard, but now it’s one of my favorite things about this spooky season! 🤪

There’s nothing cuter than little kids telling jokes they don’t understand or funnier than big kids dropping wildly inappropriate jokes (or terrible dad jokes). 😂 It’s Halloween gold!

Slide through for some kid-friendly laugh-out-loud jokes your little goblins will love! 💀

Drop your own Halloween joke in the comments and share these with anyone who needs a laugh! 🧛‍♂️😂

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Research shows that outdoor kids are unpredictably

Research shows that outdoor kids are unpredictably predictable.

You just can’t argue with this kind of fact-based scientific data.

* All data thoroughly and unscientifically researched (by me) through years of hands-on experience.

#outdoorkids #runwildmychild

Raising a wild child? 🙈🤣 Buckle up—it’s

Raising a wild child? 🙈🤣

Buckle up—it’s an adventure you’ll never forget (and neither will your laundry). 😅

From ‘pocket pets’ to permanent mud stains, we’re spilling the hilarious truths only outdoorsy parents understand. 🦎

Swipe through for a laugh (and a little commiseration)! 🤪🍃

👇 What’s the most unexpected thing you’ve learned as a parent of a wild child? Share your best stories in the comments—we need to know we’re not alone!

Are you raising a wild child? We’ve rounded up

Are you raising a wild child?

We’ve rounded up a collection of outdoor parenting books 📚 and adventure stories that’ll give you the tips, inspiration, and gentle nudges we all need to get out into nature (without feeling like a complete failure for not doing it already).

Whether you’re looking for advice on how to peel your kids off the couch or just need a good read to remind you why nature is actually worth the effort, this list has something for you.

Because let’s be honest—we could all use a little extra encouragement to make outdoor time happen, and these books are the perfect place to start.

A few favorites:
🌲How to Raise a Wild Child by Scott D. Sampson
🌲Balanced and Barefoot by Angela J. Hanscom
🌲Free-Range Kids by Lenore Skenazy
🌲There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather by Linda Åkeson McGurk
🌲Coyote’s Guide to Connecting with Nature by Jon Young
🌲Last Child in the Woods by Richard Louv
🌲Outdoor Kids in an Inside World by Steven Rinella
🌲2,000 Miles Together by Ben Crawford
🌲This One Wild Life by Angie Abdou
🌲The Curve of Time by M. Wylie Blanchet
🌲World of Wonders by Aimee Nezhukumatathil
🌲Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer

Drop the word BOOK below, and I’ll send you a link to the full list for easy shopping!

Just a few reasons why outdoorsy moms love fall.

Just a few reasons why outdoorsy moms love fall.

Did I miss anything?

What’s your favorite thing about fall?

🍁 OCTOBER CHALLENGE! Join us as we embark on a

🍁 OCTOBER CHALLENGE!

Join us as we embark on another fun October “Choose Your Own Adventure” challenge!

Back this year by popular demand! This exciting month-long challenge offers three different ways you can choose to get outside.

Your challenge options are:

🎃 10 micro-adventures this month
🍁 15 hours outside over the month
🍃 20 minutes outside every day in October

Which one will you choose?
(really, I want to know...leave a comment below and tell me!)

Each challenge option is designed to be just that...challenging!

Each will require you to plan outdoor time, prioritize outdoor activities, and make the most of this beautiful month outside together.

No matter which option you choose, remember that the journey itself is the reward. Each challenge offers unique benefits and opportunities for growth and bonding as a family.

There’s no failure here. even if you don’t complete the challenge, you win by just getting outside more! Embrace the adventure and cherish the memories you’ll create together.

Comment below with the word OCTOBER and I will send you a link to the free trackers!

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