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Snow-covered branches with sparse red berries, a candy cane hanging from one, set against a white wintery background.

Snow-covered branches with sparse red berries, a candy cane hanging from one, set against a white wintery background.

The Candy Cane Hunt: A Simple Outdoor Game for Winter Wonder

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

1 day ago

Child in pink shirt uses a camera in a forest, surrounded by bare trees and dry grass under a clear blue sky. Peaceful exploration mood.

Child in pink shirt uses a camera in a forest, surrounded by bare trees and dry grass under a clear blue sky. Peaceful exploration mood.

Nature-Inspired Gifts for Babies and Toddlers (0–3)

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

5 days ago

Two children's books, "Winter Lullaby" and "Little Fox in the Snow," lie on snow. A person in jeans holds them, evoking a cozy winter scene.

Two children's books, "Winter Lullaby" and "Little Fox in the Snow," lie on snow. A person in jeans holds them, evoking a cozy winter scene.

Beautiful Winter Picture Books to Inspire Outdoor Reading

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Dec 12

A snow-covered black pickup truck with a large Christmas tree in the back parked near a cabin in a snowy landscape. The truck's side reads "FX4."

A snow-covered black pickup truck with a large Christmas tree in the back parked near a cabin in a snowy landscape. The truck's side reads "FX4."

Why I Still Choose to Decorate for the Holidays—Even Through the Chaos of Childhood (And Why I Almost Didn't)

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Dec 5

Child in blue snowsuit and brown hat plays in snow with a dog nearby. Background shows snowy ground and foliage, creating a joyful scene.

Child in blue snowsuit and brown hat plays in snow with a dog nearby. Background shows snowy ground and foliage, creating a joyful scene.

How to Get Outdoors With Littles In Cold Weather

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Dec 2

Woman wearing a gray coat and beanie holds a child in each arm, standing in front of tall evergreen trees. The setting is a forest with a serene mood.

Woman wearing a gray coat and beanie holds a child in each arm, standing in front of tall evergreen trees. The setting is a forest with a serene mood.

Cutting Your Own Christmas Tree: A Tradition Rooted in Adventure, Fresh Air, and Family Togetherness

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Nov 28

Man and child hang orange slices on small pine tree in forest. Both wear jackets and hats, smiling. Birch trees in background, autumn mood.

Man and child hang orange slices on small pine tree in forest. Both wear jackets and hats, smiling. Birch trees in background, autumn mood.

The Woodland Giving Tree: A Winter Tradition of Kindness

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Nov 25

The Family Gratitude Walk: A Simple Outdoor Tradition To Start Today

The Family Gratitude Walk: A Simple Outdoor Tradition To Start Today

The Family Gratitude Walk: A Simple Outdoor Tradition To Start Today

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Nov 21

Hiker with a blue backpack walks along a forest path. Snowy mountains and tall pine trees create a serene, natural backdrop.

Hiker with a blue backpack walks along a forest path. Snowy mountains and tall pine trees create a serene, natural backdrop.

My Favorite Outdoor Gear for Moms: What I Actually Use on the Trail, In the Snow, and Everywhere In Between

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Nov 18

Two children in pink play joyfully in a pile of autumn leaves in a forest setting with tall grasses and trees.

Two children in pink play joyfully in a pile of autumn leaves in a forest setting with tall grasses and trees.

8 Late Fall & Early Winter Nature Play Ideas for Babies & Tots

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Nov 4

Open children's book on a wooden floor, surrounded by a basket of colorful books and autumn gourds, creating a cozy fall atmosphere.

Open children's book on a wooden floor, surrounded by a basket of colorful books and autumn gourds, creating a cozy fall atmosphere.

Build a Themed Book Basket to Inspire Little Readers

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Oct 21

Two children playing in a pumpkin patch. One kneels by a white pumpkin, smiling, while another sits on a pumpkin. Bright, clear day.

Two children playing in a pumpkin patch. One kneels by a white pumpkin, smiling, while another sits on a pumpkin. Bright, clear day.

A New Fall Family Tradition: Pumpkin Patch Adventures

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Oct 16

Child's hand on an open non-fiction book, wearing a floral-patterned shirt. Sunlight on a wooden table adds a warm, cozy feel.

Child's hand on an open non-fiction book, wearing a floral-patterned shirt. Sunlight on a wooden table adds a warm, cozy feel.

How We Read Over 2,000 Books Per Year

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Oct 6

Child's feet in floral pants dangle from a wooden table. Sunlight casts shadows on the wooden floor, creating a playful and relaxed mood for outdoor play.

Child's feet in floral pants dangle from a wooden table. Sunlight casts shadows on the wooden floor, creating a playful and relaxed mood for outdoor play.

Gentle Screen-Free Sick Day Activities for Busy Kids

Oct 2

A serene woodland cabin peeks through golden and orange aspen trees amidst an autumn woodland setting under a partly cloudy sky

A serene woodland cabin peeks through golden and orange aspen trees amidst an autumn woodland setting under a partly cloudy sky

Stop and Smell the Cinnamon: Embracing Slow Living In Motherhood This Fall

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Sep 30

Man with blue hiking backpack carrying an infant and a toddler walk on wooden boardwalk in lush forest, mountains in background. Child has arms outstretched, joyful mood.

Man with blue hiking backpack carrying an infant and a toddler walk on wooden boardwalk in lush forest, mountains in background. Child has arms outstretched, joyful mood.

Colorado Hikes Perfect for Families with Littles

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Sep 26

Child exploring tall green cornfield under a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds, creating a sense of adventure and curiosity.

Child exploring tall green cornfield under a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds, creating a sense of adventure and curiosity.

Rooted, Not Rigid: Creating Rhythms That Free Your Family

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Sep 23

Child in blue shirt and white shorts crouches on wooden bridge in lush, sunlit forest, observing a small stream. Serene and curious mood for outdoor play and learning.

Child in blue shirt and white shorts crouches on wooden bridge in lush, sunlit forest, observing a small stream. Serene and curious mood for outdoor play and learning.

How I Create Themed Learning Units for My Toddler to Learn Through Play

Alexa Stoia | Hearth & Wander

Sep 18

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