How to Keep Babies Warm

How to Keep Babies Warm

So, this post isn’t JUST about keeping babies warm in the winter, but really all kids. It’s the question I get most often from parents – how do we keep kids warm and happy outside? After 4 kids (which is really the same as 10, right?!?!), I can tell you this: Kids are WAY more … Read more

Weather Apps for Outdoor Safety

Weather Apps for Outdoor Safety

This post is sponsored by WeatherBug. It’s an app both Mtn Papa and I use regularly to make an educated guess as to what sorts of layers we all need for the day….and determining safety of conditions too! Which Weather App (if any) do you use?? I really want to know! Comment below so I … Read more

Stampede Bikes Charger 12″ Balance Bike Review

Stampede Bikes Charger 12" Balance Bike Review

The Stampede Charger 12″ (also available in a 16″ and 16″XL size) is one of our favorite balance bikes for young riders. It is beefy and tough, without being too heavy (our 25 pound 2.5 year old can easily handle it on her own). The geometry of the bike allows riders to have a low … Read more

Taking Pictures While Hiking Made Easier

Taking Pictures While Hiking Made Easier

One of the parts of hiking with kids that’s really tough is that I seem to be always hauling way more than I plan to….which makes it especially difficult if I want to be taking pictures of any kind (which I do!) Someone’s backpack they ditched early (though usually I am a big you-carry-your-gear-that-you-brought nazi), … Read more

Stripes Gear for Kids

Introducing STRIPES!

2019/2020 COUPON CODE! Use code “mountainmama” for 10% off. SPECIAL!!! Use that code for 20% off until September 1 with that same code! I have had my eye on Stripes Gear for literally years now. I am SO excited to tell you about them now…and use them this winter for the whole family. This post is your … Read more

Frog 52 Bike Review

Frog 52 Bike Review

Reviewed by: Amelia Price (MSRP): $420 Best Use: Multi Use Where to Buy: Ready Set Pedal Testing Location: Montana and Wyoming Testing Environment: All conditions Frog Bikes, out of the UK, just hit the U.S. market this week! Specializing in lightweight bikes built specifically for kids, they sell balance bikes, hybrid, road and track bikes … Read more