by Celia Hogan | Jun 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
The rain had been falling steadily all night, and by morning the ground was thick with mud and the trees dripping with quiet. I looked outside and felt that familiar tug—maybe today we just stay in? But then my youngest appeared at the door, gumboots already on the...
by Celia Hogan | Jun 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
First published in the Natural Parent Magazine. When my daughter was 10 days old she had her first experience of a winter nature play session. She was wrapped up snuggly in her merinos, a one-piece fleece suit and a multi-coloured knitted hat from my cousin. It was a...
by Celia Hogan | May 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
Having the right clothing is essential for having an enjoyable time playing outdoors in the winter. When we are warm, we are happy and able to stay outdoors for longer and make the most of what mother nature has to offer. There are so many benefits for getting...