The holiday season is upon us, which means family, food, and lots of children on vacation. As much as I’m looking forward to having so many sweet days with both my girls (I really am), I’m also trying to figure out what in the world we’re going to do!!
Trips to playgrounds and the park seem like an obvious choice, but I also want to make sure that time is enjoyable for both Mama and the kids. With that in mind, I’m sharing 3 easy ways to make your park days perfect!
- Grab a Friend
Being the mom of daughters means that this pair has a built-in buddy. However, it’s always fun to bring a friend along to share in the fun!
Whether a classmate, someone from church, or their favorite cousin, let other kiddos join you for a healthy change in dynamics. My girls are less likely to fight with each other when other children are around, and having another adult there gives you someone to chat with too.
2. Grab a Snack
Why are they always hungry?? Always?! LOL. No matter where you plan to go or how long you intend to stay, pack snacks!! I tire of bringing the same old things, so we’ve been giving Happy Kids Fruit and Oat Bars a try!
Happy Kids has always been a brand I trust because of their commitment to provide wholesome & organic ingredients to their products. These fruit and oat bars are gluten-free, non-GMO, and don’t have any added sugar. We like the Banana & Chocolate option, but other combinations include Blueberry & Raspberry, and Apple & Cinnamon.
They are so easily portable and give my little ones that healthy fuel they need.
My 5 yo asked if I could start packing them in her lunch, and of course the answer is yes!!
3. Get Ready For An Adventure
My threenager can stay on a swing all day, but there’s so much more to discover at your local park. Rocks, dirt, sticks, bugs and standing water sure peak the imagination!
Explore a bit, let them get dirty (*note to self*), and before you know it 3 hours will have gone by and some very excited little girls will have so many stories to tell their daddy when he gets home. 🙂
Have you ventured to the park recently?
Be sure to grab a friend, Happy Kids Fruit and Oat Bars, and your spirit of adventure!
So cute and the snack bars sound great!
Thanks Leigh!!
Blessings,
Patricia
Those bars look like the perfect park snack!! Such fun ways to make the park such a great adventure 🙂
They are the perfect addition!!
Blessings to you Melanie!
Patricia
Aww how sweet. Looks like she had a fun time!
The girls had a blast! Thanks Gaby!
Blessings,
Patricia
These are great tips, and those bars look delicious! Love that they’re organic. Definitely something my son would love.
I’m sure he would Natalie!
Blessings to you!
Patricia
Lots of snacks are a must for us! Those look delicious!
Yes to the snacks!!
Blessings,
Patricia
Those look like great snacks…I think my kids would love the raspberry flavor. Yum!
Good choice! I think we’ll go for the apple and cinnamon next time.
Blessings,
Patricia
Those bars look yummy! I’ll keep an eye out for them once my daughter is old enough! Your girls are beautiful (:
Thank you Cassy!!
Blessings,
Patricia
Your daughters are beautiful! I’ve never seen those bars but they look like something even I would enjoy lol.
Thank you!! I bet you’d like them too! 😉
Blessings,
Patricia
Your girls look so cute!! Yes, outings are officially all about the snacks for the kids. I love the HappyTot brand!!
Angela
Thank you Angela. They are an absolute must!!
Blessings,
Patricia
Snacks are definitely a must for a successful play date! Those look super delicious!
Gorgeous photos and great ideas to make the park a fun adventure! xx
My kids absolutely LOVE these bars!! What a fun park adventure!