This episode is exciting because not only do I have three guests joining me, but the topic is something I am very passionate about, which is outdoor play. I have had a lot of guests join me lately who have discussed the negative impacts of technology on our children, and so I’m happy to have guests that share the positive impact that nature has on children. After all, even as adults we go outside for walks for our mental health so it’s our job to make that a priority for our children as well. Irene, Jenn, and Kelly are on a mission to get outside with their children and share all about how everyone can benefit from the outdoors in their nonjudgmental Puddle Parenting community. In this episode we discuss: The impact of technology in schools after Covid What research suggests for outside time with children How to navigate child-led hiking and the many benefits Ways to prepare yourself and your children for child-led hikes Resources: Last Child in the Woods by Richard Louv Self-regulation skills Faber Taylor, A., Butts-Wilmsmeyer, C., (2020). Self-regulation gains in kindergarten related to frequency of green schoolyard use. Journal of Environmental Psychology, 70 Eye Development Wang, Jiaxing et. al. (2021) Progression of Myopia in School-Aged Children After COVID-19 Home Confinement. JAMA Opthalmol. Agarwal, Swati et. al. (2021). Increase in ocular problems during COVID-19 pandemic in school going children- a survey based study. Indian J. Opthalmol Sherwin, Justin et. al. (2012). "The association between time spent outdoors and myopia in children and adolescents" Ophthalmology.   Exercise Brown WH, Pfeiffer KA, McIver KL, et al. Social and environmental factors associated with preschoolers’ nonsedentary physical activity. Child Development. JanFeb 2009;80(1):45-58 Risky Play Brussoni M, Olsen LL, Pike I, Sleet DA. Risky play and children's safety: balancing priorities for optimal child development. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2012;9(9):3134-3148. Published 2012 Aug 30. doi:10.3390/ijerph9093134 What to say instead of "Be Careful" What is a child-led hike? Connect with Jenn, Kelly, and Irene: Instagram: @puddleparenting Adventure List Printable SHOW NOTES: lynzyandco.com Connect with me on Instagram @motherhoodmeetsmedicine. For full show notes, head to lynzyandco.com/motherhood-meets-medicine-the-podcast/ Join the Motherhood Meets Medicine community at patreon.com/motherhoodmeetsmedicine. Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.