It’s that time of year again when we start seeking out winter footwear for our kiddos. While many of us dread this task (why must their feet grow so much every year?!), it doesn’t have to be daunting if you come prepared! Here is a list of features to consider when buying winter boots for your kiddos this year. Keep in mind that some of these will be more important than others depen...
Photo: Brandi Rondinelli Fall hiking gets complicated. Going outside in the summer seems easy by comparison. Shorts, a t-shirt, throw on some shoes, grab water and a snack, and head out the door. But when the cold weather sets in we have to spend a little more time planning our outdoor gear. The temperature swing can mimic your toddler’s mood swings. Weather can go from 35 degree rain in ...
"I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers." - L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables
October—it's the time of year when the trees show off their beautiful colors, the air cools off, harvest festivals, hay rides, corn mazes, and pumpkin patches are everywhere, and apples are ripe for the picking. And for some, it is also a spooky time of year come Hallow...
This is part three of a three-part series on risk and risky play. Part one of this series touches on the basics of risky play in early childhood. Part two discusses how to seek out appropriate but challenging play opportunities in public play spaces, including playgrounds and museums. I recently sat down with Cheryl Strayed, the ultimate adventure mama and author of the book Wild: From Lost to ...
This is part two of a three-part series on risk-taking and risky play. Part one of this series touches on the basics of risky play in early childhood. Part three will discuss the long-term benefits of letting young children push their own boundaries. When you feel like you're the only parent on the playground who isn't hovering over a child, it's easy to feel self-conscious and worr...
This is part one of a three-part series on risky play. Part three will explore how parents can support appropriate risk-taking in public play spaces. Part two will take a look into the long-term benefits of learning to tolerate and embrace risk.
I'm one of those unorthodox moms. I let my kids eat bean burritos and leftover pizza for breakfast if they want to. I make them drink water. I ask peo...
Now, More than Ever.
Making your vote a priority is harder than ever. We’re balancing the usual act of caring for young kids with the additional stresses of life during a global pandemic. Each day we navigate new school and learning situations, working from home, and uncharted safety requirements, regulations and constraints. These added challenges are why it's critical that parent...
Hike it Baby's Support of PRIDE
In 2019, Hike it Baby launched our first PRIDE t-shirt campaign in conjunction with our sixth birthday. We partnered with Out There Adventures, a non-profit organization that empowers LGTBQ+ young people through connection with the natural world. A portion of the proceeds from the t-shirt sales was directly donated to Out There Adventures. We're seriou...
Want to learn more about using the outdoors as a learning tool for your whole family? Check out these books to help inspire you to bring nature into your child’s education. Walter Payton Edwards @shootsipeat
Homeschooling
If you have made the decision to homeschool your kiddos or are considering it, check out these books for inspiration, encouragement and resources to help you al...
With many families starting this school year in a way they never imagined, nature studies can fall low on the priority list. However, getting outside and exploring our natural world is a wonderful way to reduce stress and support a love of learning in these difficult times. Whether you have decided to do homeschool, online school, in-person school, or a hybrid option, we have put together a lis...
