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26: 4 Outdoor Activities For Busy Families This Spring
- 2025/04/08
- 再生時間： 11 分
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In this episode of The Wand(HER)wild Podcast, Monica shares an honest reflection on navigating motherhood’s chaos. Recorded outdoors at her home, she offers four easy, screen-free spring activities to connect as a family while embracing the mess. With vulnerability and inspiration, this episode invites moms to find magic in the little moments and reconnect with nature this spring.Key Takeaways From the Episode:* Embracing chaos as part of the motherhood journey* How contrasting lifestyles can offer unexpected clarity* 4 outdoor, screen-free spring activities to reconnect as a family* The importance of outdoor rituals in seasonal transitions* A reminder that you are not alone in the messRead or listen to the full story on our website or wherever you get your podcasts.Time Stamps[01:00] Chaos and Magic at Home: Monica reflects on a recent family visit and how the chaos in her household — full of illness, an aging pet, and lively kids — highlights the real, imperfect beauty of this season of life.[03:00] Living the Dream Amidst the Mess: Monica shares how years ago she longed for a home full of noise and energy, and reminds listeners that the chaos they might feel now is often the life they once hoped for.[04:00] It’s Okay If It’s Chaotic: She reassures mothers that a messy, chaotic home does not mean they are failing — it is often a sign of a house filled with love and life.[05:00] Outdoor Family Activities for Spring: Monica transitions into four easy, screen-free outdoor activities her family is doing this spring to stay connected and grounded.[06:00] Activity #1: Eating Outside: The family enjoys taking meals outdoors, turning everyday moments into special memories by simply moving breakfast or lunch to a picnic blanket or patio.[06:30] Activity #2: Backyard Campfires: Monica describes how gathering around a small campfire creates a cozy, low-stress environment for connection, reading, playing, or simply being together.[07:00] Activity #3: Nature Nests for Reading and Music: She shares how her family creates cozy outdoor "nests" of blankets and pillows for reading, drawing, journaling, and listening to peaceful music together.[08:00] Activity #4: Adventure Walks and Nature Collecting: Going on short walks to collect rocks, leaves, and flowers for creative art projects brings simple adventure and creativity into family time.[09:00] Simple, Easy Magic: Monica emphasizes that these activities don't require lots of time, planning, or money — just a willingness to pause, go outside, and be present together.[10:00] Summer Retreats and Private Family Retreats: Monica invites listeners to upcoming summer and private family retreats hosted by Wanderwild Family Retreats, offering opportunities for deeper connection in nature.[11:00] Closing Reflections: She wraps up with a warm reminder that even amid life’s busyness, choosing simple outdoor moments can create the lasting magic families are seeking.Quick Links:Wand(HER)wild | Virtual Events for MomsWanderwild Family Retreats | Bespoke In Person RetreatsGrab A Virtual Coffee with MonicaSubscribe to Wand(HER)wild’s Substack for bi-weekly newsletters or follow our podcast on Apple or follow our podcast on Spotify to never miss an episode. Leave a review to support our work. Thank you for listening!SubscribedThanks for listening to The Wand(HER)wild the podcast! Feel free to share with a mama friend. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wandherwild.substack.com/subscribe