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Ouray Ice Climbing With a Baby: Tips for Adventurous Parents
Earlier this year, my husband and I were invited on an ice climbing trip to Ouray, Colorado. Despite having a two-month-old baby, we just couldn’t turn down the adventure. Because we didn’t have a babysitter, we decided just to bring her with us! It ended up being such a fun trip and the best time!…
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Postpartum Trail Running: Tips to Return to the Trails After Baby
During my first postpartum journey, one of my biggest questions was how to start running again. I had run throughout my entire pregnancy, right up until the week before giving birth. But after experiencing childbirth, I found myself wondering what my return to running would look like. Would my body feel the same? How long…
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Hiking Yosemite’s Half Dome at 4 Months Pregnant: My Experience & Tips
Wondering if you can hike Half Dome while pregnant? At 4 months, I did it! Here’s my experience, safety tips, and how to prepare for Yosemite’s most iconic hike. My parents called me up when I was about four months pregnant and told me they had an extra permit to hike Half Dome. They asked…
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6 Easy Tips for Sustainable and Budget-Friendly Parenting
Are you a first time parent looking to build a lifestyle that is healthy for both your loved ones and our environment? It can be hard to know where to start and what to do, especially when you are on a budget. I’ll share 6 simple tips to help you begin a healthier, more environmentally…
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6 Must-Know Tips for Trail Running During Pregnancy
1. Hydration During pregnancy every woman should already be drinking around 3 liters of water per day. However, running and hiking only increases your needed water intake. This means you might need to get creative. Don’t be afraid to take a pack or a hand heals water bottle even on your short runs and hikes.…
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3 Simple Steps to Use Neem Oil for a Healthier Garden
Neem oil is a natural, eco-friendly, and affordable solution for managing garden pests and diseases. Known for its effectiveness in preventing pests, controlling fungi, and promoting overall plant health, neem oil is a must-have for any sustainable gardener. While store-bought organic neem oil sprays can be pricey, making your own at home is not only…
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7 Herbs to Plant for Natural Pest Control: Create a Pesticide-Free Garden
Plant Herbs Alongside your Vegetables! Including herbs in your garden is a great way to keep pests away and enjoy great home grown produce without having to use harmful pesticides. Some of the herbs that are great to use are Thyme Repels deer, cabbage worms and tomato hornworms Rosemary Deters ticks, mosquitoes, cabbage moths and…
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Outdoor Activities to Avoid While Pregnant: A Guide to Staying Safe and Active
Being pregnant doesn’t mean you have to give up the activities you love or the things that make you feel alive. However, some activities come with risks that simply aren’t worth taking while you’re growing your precious baby. If you’re an adventurer who’s newly pregnant or planning to become pregnant soon, you might be wondering…
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8 Best Plant-Based Foods to Eat in the First Trimester
When you first find out you’re pregnant, navigating nutrition can feel overwhelming and even more so if you are eating plant based. All of the unsolocited advice and opinions can make it hard to know where to start. While every individual experience is valuable, one widely shared piece of advice I wholeheartedly reject is the…
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Trail Running While Pregnant-Month by Month Breakdown
The author shares their journey of trail running while pregnant, highlighting the adjustments made each month in response to physical changes and challenges. They emphasize the importance of listening to one’s body, adapting mileage and intensity, maintaining nutrition and hydration, and focusing on enjoyable activities throughout the pregnancy.
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