Shopping for the perfect gift can sometimes be stressful, but here at TMM, we have decades of experience with finding the best presents for active, outdoorsy kids. From gear for spending time outside to toys that can be used outdoors, this post contains some of our absolute favorite items and will help you find the … Read more
Before I was a mom, I had grand plans about my kids eating only fruits and vegetables with no processed sugar. I imagined that my kids would eat everything I made for them – or if they got hungry enough they would eventually eat. If you are a parent, you’re probably laughing because you know … Read more
Family Adventure Travel Guide If you enjoy traveling, but hate the stress and time it takes to plan a trip then you’re going to love the Tales of a Mountain Mama Family Adventure Travel Guides! These handy guides are written by mamas like you to help you prepare for your family’s next adventure. Each guide … Read more
Did you know the average time an American kid spends in outdoor free play each day is only 4-7 minutes? Meanwhile, the average child spends an average of 4-6 hours on screens each day with teens spending up to 9 hours a day using a screen. More and more research is coming out about the … Read more
The holiday season can be a great time to prepare for a fun spring and summer ahead of water play! There are so many great deals this time of year, and often water play gifts can be heavily discounted. Water play gifts also are a great addition to the surprise of an upcoming warm vacation … Read more
“Diaper bag” and “adventure” are two words that usually don’t appear together in the same sentence. When I think of a diaper bag, I usually picture an overstuffed tote bag or a feminine looking backpack. Our active family has 4 kids age 0-8 and we usually carry way more on adventures than would fit in … Read more