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Empower Your Kids (And Yourself!) To Love The Outdoors with Susie Spikol [Episode 363]
Description
Do you want to get your kids outside more, but feel intimidated by the work it takes to make it happen? What do you even do once you're out there?
In this week’s episode of the Thriving in Motherhood Podcast, I’m talking with Susie Spickle, naturalist, mother of three, and author of Forest Magic for Kids. She shares simple, practical ways to make getting outside a regular, joyful part of your life,no matter what season you're in.
Whether you're juggling babies, navigating busy public school schedules, or feeling stuck on where to start, Susie offers encouragement and ideas that truly meet you where you are.
Listen in as we talk about:
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How to spark imaginative outdoor play for every age
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Why kids don’t need perfect fairy houses or “Pinterest play”
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What real benefits outdoor time offers
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How to scaffold outdoor activities based on age (and attention span)
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Where to look in your own community for low-stakes, high-fun nature support
This episode is full of ideas you can try today!
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