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4 reasons to take the family on a hike this summer
Hey readers,
A good thing to do for a family day out is to take a hike somewhere in nature whether it be through fields, up mountains, or longer trips overnight.
There are many good reasons why you should consider going hiking with your family. Below I discuss the positives of hiking with the family down below.
Before we get into the reasons for hiking a quick look at the Oxford dictionary defines hiking as, the activity of going for long walks, especially across the country. So what the benefits you are asking? well...
1. Appreciate nature.
When being surrounded by nature you can really appreciate the beauty it has to offer. Just the simple act of walking through nature and breathing in the clean air can be so good for the soul.
If you live in an urban area it can be a pleasant change to see a setting that is all about nature. Getting connected with nature can make you appreciate natural beauty.
2. Free.
Most places in the countryside are free to walk about (though do check before you head out that it is allowed for the public to walk on). It is a great form of exercise to do with the family.
3. Building self confindce.
When you regularly take up hiking it can help build your confidence as you get past the challenges - through building strength through working your muscles and having the resilience to go on long journeys though you may not be used to them.
3. Available for everyone.
Hiking is accessible for everyone, young or old anyone can do it as long as they are willing to take on the challenge. It is fantastic to do with the whole family as you are working together through the hike and encouraging each other when difficult times occur.
It is also an opportunity to do something together and create memories. During hikes, it allows you to be switched off from modern life and can give you the chance to talk and learn about each other along with bonding more.
4. Minimal equipment.
With hiking, you don't really need much equipment as long as you know ow the route you are taking and have some decent footwear you are ready to go and explore the countryside with your family.
Do you like hiking with the family? Have I missed out on any benefits of hiking together with the family? Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below.
Cheers for reading X
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11 changes on Monday that families can enjoy!
Hey readers,
It is lovely to see things slowly reopen and with more restrictions relaxed from Monday (17th May) there so many good things to look forward to for the family.
1. Eat indoors.
The good news is you can on Monday eat indoors which is a relief with this awful weather we are experiencing. You can enjoy a meal in the warm...bliss. However, you will have to remain at your table as it is only table service allowed albeit you are allowed to go to the bathroom.
2. Soft play areas,
Finally, the good news of parents with young children have all been waited for is that soft play areas are opening which is great for doing something different than just going to the park. You will have to book in advance and adults have to wear a mask.
3. Cinemas.
If you like watching films on the big screen the good news is cinemas are being reopened. You do have to wear a fash mask whilst watching a film unless you are eating or drinking.
4. Indoor entertainment.
Places like theatres, indoor aquariums, bowling alleys, ice rings, model villages, and amusement centers will all open on Monday meaning more things to look forward to doing with the family.
5. Hugging is allowed.
If you have missed hugging a friend or family member then this news is for you as from Monday you get some physical contact and give hugs again.
6. Sleepovers.
Sleepovers can happen now and if you want your child to stay over at your grandparents it is now doable. Also, your child can have friends over for a sleepover.
7. Gatherings of up to 30 people.
You can meet friends and family at the park, gardens, or other outdoor locations and the limit of people is 30. You can have a family party or go on a day out as a family of four and go with other groups that make up 30 people.
8. Indoor play dates.
What this means is that you can gather inside someone else's home with a limit of 6 people or groups of people from a maximum of 2 households.
This means you can have your child's friend visit or have a meal with the family in your own home with knowing that it doesn't matter if it is pouring down with rain but know that your safety as you in the dry with no worries.
9. Kids parties.
As mentioned before with the rule of gatherings of 30 people, this too can apply to children's parties. So you can have that party outdoors or have people over to the maximum of 6 people to celebrate at home.
10. School masks.
If you have a secondary school child on Monday they do not need to wear a mask in the classroom or communal areas as they are ditched.
11. Holidays.
Indoor hospitality will reopen on Monday which means you can take your family on holiday if you so wish. You can book hotels, cottages, self-catering, caravan or lodge on Monday can be done.
Holiday abroad is also allowed on Monday though it will have to be on the green list. These countries include:
- Portugal.
- Israel.
- Singapore.
-Australia.
- New Zealand.
- Brunei.
- Iceland.
- Gibraltar.
- Falkland Islands.
- Faroe Islands.
- |South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands.
- St Helena, Tristan de Cunha, Ascension Island.
Although these countries above have been approved some countries still have their borders closed so make sure you research before booking a place.
What are you looking forward to on Monday that is being opening up? Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below.
Cheers for reading X
How to make a stress ball
A fun to do at home with kids to make a homemade stress ball. It is perfect for kids to use when they are feeling angry, frustrated, or anxious. It is great relief putting your frustrated squishing a stress ball for some relief. Plus it is easy to make and fun sensory activity to do with kids.
* A balloon.
* Funnel.
* flour.
* Pen/pencil.
How to make the stress ball.
1. blow up the ballon then deflate it, this helps stretch the ballon.
2. put the ballon end on the funnel.
3. pour the flour into the funnel which will trickle down into the ballon.
4. If a problem occurs with the flour not moving from the funnel into the balloon simply use a pen or pencil and gently push it through.
5. Pour the flour into the ballon until you feel happy with the amount that is there.
6. Take the funnel out and tie in a knot to the top of the ballon.
7. There you have a stress ball.
why you should never read a parenting book
Hey readers,
As a parent in the earlier days especially when I was a first-time parent I read parenting books because it was all new and scary.
I hadn't ever experienced what it was like to be a parent before I turned to information that was available for me.
Of course, the most places a parent turns to is so-called parenting books who think they are helping you provide this available information to help you understand how to parent.
But do you know what after 9 years of being a parent I can confirm that parenting books are a waste of time and if you are considering checking out parenting books I would suggest ditch them books?
Why do I dislike parenting books? well, there are a few reasons. For one there always seems a rigid formula that you have to follow for all children even though let's face it all children are different.
One box does not fit all and sadly that is one major reason why parenting books fail. Children and parents have different personalities and they may not work well with one formula.
I think with parenting books there is so much pressure to be a certain type of parent and if you do fail then that then it could potentially impact your mental health negatively.
It could be more detrimental with reading books because you sink into feeling not good enough, This is not good for a parent when it should be focused on forming a bond.
If the parent is not fully in the zone because they feel not good enough how much damage will that do to the parenting that they try to do?
Not only can reading parent books make you feel inadequate that can put on stress to try to be something that you may not reach because you work differently from what the book tells.
I for one have felt absolutely rubbish when reading parenting books because I can't meet that standard that they try to portray in the words of the book.
I felt at times feeling of despair and anger at everyone around me because I couldn't reach this ideal parenting model. It impacted my relationship with my husband as I was feeling bitter and angry with the world.
I as an autistic person struggle with communication so it caused some rifts between my relationships. It then after a period of time affected me and the way I viewed myself as being a bad mother causing me to have suicidal thoughts.
I think there is so much pressure with parenting books and the number of different types of parenting books can feel really overwhelming.
Which one is supported to work? Bear in mind that parenting books will be focused on the zeitgeist at the time on what is trendy. For example, one time it was acceptable to follow weaning with purees the next it was all about baby-led weaning.
The problem with both these ideas is they are extreme ends and that middle is best and mixing it up to suit you and your child's needs. Again it chisels at your self-esteem especially if you are a first-time parent you don't have the confidence to go with the flow.
I think because it is a new experience you're trying your best to succeed out what is right so you become vulnerable to the parenting guides feeling like that the information they give is gossip and if you don't follow it you're a bad parent.
As you can see there is that pattern that your mental health is fragile and reading parenting books can contribute to worsening it when you need to grow to help give you the confidence to be the best parent that you can be.
What are your views on parenting books? Love to hear your thoughts in the comment section down below.
Cheers for reading X
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