Babywearing has always been an essential part of my mothering experience. As a busy, active mama, it has allowed me to keep my little ones close, while still being able to go on adventures, hike, run errands, and get things done around our house and homestead. When I found out I was pregnant with my … Read more
You just had a baby and you just can’t wait to share your love of the outdoors with your new little bundle. But, before you get back on the trail after birth, it’s important to let your body do some healing. Below we discuss a wide array of postpartum hiking safety and tips for your protection. … Read more
Request from a reader: ” I’d love to see a post on how to get out in winter while pregnant with a 1 1/2 year old who will have to be carried quite a bit. I am 3 mos pregnant and so will be pregnant (and getting much bigger) for the entire pregnancy. I am … Read more
Being pregnant in the dead of winter poses a host of new challenges to keeping warm and being able to be outside. While in a moderate climate it’s fairly easy to just make do, when the temperature really drops a warm coat is absolutely essential. Personally I prefer to make my own jackets work instead … Read more
My husband was recently out and about and spotted another dad on a bike ride with his kids. This fellow had a tandem attachment to pull his kid’s bike behind him, and behind his kid’s bike he had ALSO hitched a trailer to pull wee sibling. Kudos to you, sir. **Note, this is not recommended … Read more
Parenthood in general is utterly and completely overwhelming at times. There are seasons and ebbs and flows and highs and lows. Many a time we think that we are just not going to make it through the day, much less do anything but feed the kids, maybe yourselves and keep everyone alive. Though it’s oh … Read more