Baby, It's COLD Outside!

Jennifer Aist is guesting here again today with some great tips for getting outside despite the cold weather.  Living in Alaska (near where I grew up) she knows the cold, and gets outside with her kids anyway.  In her last guest post, I talked about her book, Babes in the Woods.  Definitely worth checking out if you haven't already (or just need some more inspiration!)

Here are Jennifer's tips on how to fire up your kids to get outside ( at 0 Degrees F):


1. Get out there yourself! Trust me, you’ll love it and your kids will too.

2. Bundle up. Layer up. Pay attention to areas that tend to be left exposed—ankles,
wrists, and necks. Duck tape works great to secure mitts to coats and boots to
snow pants. Gaiters do a nice job warming necks. Warm kids are happy kids.
Bring along extra mittens in case they get wet.

3. Eat first. You’ll need the calories to stay warm.

4. Bring a thermos of hot cocoa or hot cider out with you. It is amazing how a warm
drink can warm your whole body.

5. Have fun discovering the joys of winter with your kids.

Thanks, Jennifer!  We love your tips and live by them too!