I am not the type of person who handles being cooped up inside well, so it was really important that I could get outside with my daughters even in cold, winter weather. This meant having a very good baby snow suit.
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The outdoor industry will tell you that you need all sorts of clothing, gear and footwear if you want to get outside with your kids. Some of this gear really does make a big difference in helping you enjoy nature together. But hiking boots are not one of them. Here’s why and what your kids
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Let’s be clear: Kids (and adults!) should always wear a helmet when riding a bike. Kids also need to wear a helmet when on a child seat. If the bike tips over, the child will fall a long distance to the ground, and they won’t be able to catch themselves with their feet like you
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If you want to bike with your kids on paved roads, you have plenty of options, and most cheap trailers will be good enough. However, if you want to go on gravel roads or dirt trails, you’ll need a more serious bike trailer that has a suspension system. Otherwise, the ride can get very bumpy
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If you look at the manufacturer’s recommendations on bike trailers for kids, you’ll see that babies must be 12 months old to use the trailer, or they will defer to “consult with your pediatrician.”
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There’s a lot to love about hiking in winter, but cold hands is not one of them. Not only can cold hands make your hike miserable, but it can be downright dangerous – such as if you start hiking with your hands in your pockets to warm them up (a fall risk!) or end up
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