Category Archives: Outdoor Parenting & Inspiration

5 Common Mistakes when Gardening with Kids - And How to Fix Them. Experienced gardeners share their best tips and tricks for success when sharing your garden with young children! Rain or Shine Mamma.
5 Common Mistakes When Gardening with Kids (And How to Fix Them)

I’m not a pro gardener by any means. If I were to rate myself and...

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18
May
When Family Camping Goes Wrong. We've all been there. The times when we've gone over the checklist, did the planning and brought all the right camping gear - and then the family camping trip still doesn't go according to plan. Rain or Shine Mamma
When Family Camping Goes Wrong

I love family camping. LOVE it. The fresh air, the simplicity, the mindfulness that comes...

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11
May
There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather: A Scandinavian Mom's Secrets for Raising Healthy, Resilient and Confident Kids. “Bringing Up Bébé meets Last Child in the Woods in this lively, insightful memoir about a mother who sets out to discover if the nature-centric parenting philosophy of her native Scandinavia holds the key to healthier, happier lives for her American children." Linda Åkeson McGurk. Pre-order now: http://amzn.to/2nJoyCb.
There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather – Pre-Order Your Copy Now!

The moment I became a mom in the U.S. I knew I had a story...

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13
Apr
5 Things to Bring for a Day at the Park. From Rain or Shine Mamma.
5 Things to Bring for a Day In the Park

Countless kids have had their first nature experiences in parks, and for children who live...

06
Apr
Embracing Messy Play: Advice From a Type A Parent. Messy play, or sensory play, plays an integral part for a healthy child development. These tips will help you embrace messy play and still keep your home from turning into a disaster zone! From Rain or Shine Mamma
Embracing Messy Play: Advice from a (Recovering) Type A Parent

I might as well admit it; I’ve never been one to handle messes well. Although...

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08
Mar