Over the weekend, we we went exploring, on my new bike!! Mr J surprised me with a beautiful vintage push bike for Christmas and this weekend was our first family ride. As my bike is just for cruising (it has no gears), Sam is perched behind Mr J and he loved every second of our outing. It gave him a whole new perspective on the world, although I think he might be a bit little for his seat, so we might wait a couple of weeks until we venture off again.
Getting outside is so good for little one's (and for mum and dad) and the earlier you start the better. Research has shown that a walk in the afternoon sun can help bub to better identify day from night (say goodbye to your little night owl!). Outdoor activities also promote a healthy, active lifestyle, with stronger bones and better immunity, for bub when he grows up. And, if you still need to be convinced to get outside and play, then how about it tires them out, so they sleep better! The stimulation from looking at the sky, trees and birds as well as the sounds and smells, wears bub out. Just be careful you don't overstimulate bub, otherwise you may end up with an overtired baby!
As always, safety comes first. Can you believe, I've seen mum's riding their bikes while wearing their baby's in a baby carrier? Imagine what would happen to bub if mum stacked it!
Sam's bike seat cost $74 and was simple to fit to the bike (a small cost for his safety, don't you think?). Just like mum and dad, Sam has a helmet ($30) to keep his noggan safe. We also slip, slop, slap and slide, along with applying mosquito repellent (MooGoo Tail Swat is our favourite).
Sam's bike seat cost $74 and was simple to fit to the bike (a small cost for his safety, don't you think?). Just like mum and dad, Sam has a helmet ($30) to keep his noggan safe. We also slip, slop, slap and slide, along with applying mosquito repellent (MooGoo Tail Swat is our favourite).
What other outdoor activities do your little one's love doing?
Phoebe
xo
Phoebe
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