by Jaimi Erickson | May 14, 2026 | homemaking
Image from Home Reserve The top five simple tricks for a backyard resort include creating kid-resilient seating, defining zones with planters, corralling toy clutter, adding adjustable shade, and setting up a grab-and-go snack station. These intentional changes...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jan 8, 2026 | activities, parenting
According to the National Institute of Health, spending time in nature has a positive effect on the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents. However, we don’t need studies to see the effects on our kids: we know how much they enjoy being outside. ...
by Jaimi Erickson | Oct 9, 2025 | parenting
If you’ve ever handed a child a packet of seeds, you’ve probably watched their excitement turn into curiosity and, soon after, a quiet kind of waiting. Gardening with kids is one of those simple activities that brings learning and connection together. It doesn’t...
by Jaimi Erickson | Aug 25, 2025 | quick tip
Most of us don’t think about backyard safety until something tragic happens. Drowning claims more children’s lives under age 4 than any other cause, with over 1,000 deaths annually. The danger becomes even more real when you consider that children can...
by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 7, 2025 | activities
In today’s fast-paced digital world, outdoor learning experiences are more valuable than ever. If you have a patio, you already have the perfect setting for engaging and educational activities like outdoor night games for kids. With the right approach, your patio...
