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October 29, 2024

Growing Healthy Habits Outdoors

In FAVORITE GEAR, INFORMATION, PARENTING

Have you ever dreamed of weaving your love of the outdoors into the fabric of your family’s well-being? Nurturing healthy habits goes far beyond exercise, which is often our first thought when it comes to well-being. For me, healthy habits revolve around fostering a vibrant connection with nature, igniting a love for movement, and nourishing our bodies with the fuel for adventure (and wholesome foods!). As a former naturopath and now outdoor parenting writer, I…

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March 27, 2024

Grounding with Kids – The Benefits of Earthing for Kids

In GOOD FOR NATURE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Children today are more stressed and anxious than ever. With all the changes, conflicts, and uncertainty in the world right now, taking care of our kids’ mental health should be on the top of our priority list. One of the easiest ways to help calm anxiety (in both kids and adults) is by spending time outside in nature. The healing power of nature is immense and the benefits of the outdoors are incredible for physical…

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May 22, 2023

Teen Mental Health and Nature

In OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARENTING, TEENS

In today’s fast-paced, socially distant, yet hyperconnected world, the mental well-being of teenagers is facing an alarming crisis. The prevalence of anxiety, stress, and other mental health challenges among adolescents has reached unprecedented levels, casting a dark shadow over their formative years. As parents, it can be scary to consider the statistics, but it’s also imperative that we delve into the depths of this issue and explore potential remedies that can bring hope and relief….

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February 1, 2023

Hearts in the Wild Project

In INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PHOTOGRAPHY, URBAN NATURE

Hearts in the Wild Project Run Wild My Child is hosting a fundraiser and awareness campaign we’re calling “Hearts in the Wild” for children born with congenital heart defects (“CHD”). During the month of February (“Heart Month”), we are asking families to get outside and find heart-shaped objects in nature. Post them to your social media account and help us raise awareness for CHD and funds for designated nonprofits that support heart families and CHD…

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February 11, 2022

Mental Health and Parenting Outdoors

In INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Parenting today is hard. Parents are feeling the weight of the world on them and every decision feels monumental. Stress and anxiety have been piling on top of parents over the last couple of years and we’ve been operating in survival mode, not taking care of ourselves as we should. We all know the benefits and importance of getting kids outside, but what about parents? Today, nurse educator and mom, Somer Pickel is here to…

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