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Hi! I'm Amity from Green Child Magazine

I'm part of the natural parenting and green living focused team behind Green Child's award-winning parenting magazine. We share parenting advice, mindfulness, health & wellness tips, and ideas to get your kids outside enjoying all Mother Nature has to offer.

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Last Week's Most Popular Articles Easter Charcuterie Board IdeasEaster Coloring Pages Pollen Season + Spring Diffuser Blends I'm obsessed with keeping the windows and doors open this time of year, but we haven't had much rain and pollen season has been rough! So here's what I'm doing to keep the house feeling fresh and mitigate some of the allergies: Running an AirDoctor air purifier (currently on sale) full time in the main areas and bedrooms Keeping an old towel by the lanai door and wiping...

Last Week's Most Popular Articles Easter Charcuterie Board IdeasEaster Coloring Pages How Blue Light Affects Kids' Sleep (especially toddlers!) We get a lot of questions from parents of young kids who struggle with falling asleep. Recently I noticed some of them saying things like, "I'm typing this from my toddler's bed." Given (what some might call) my obsession with natural light rhythms, I'm surprised it took this long for it to click. What if these kids can't fall asleep because they're...

easter charcuterie ideas

Last Week's Most Popular Articles Healthier Easter Basket FillersMud Kitchen Play for Kids Easter Charcuterie Board Ideas An Easter charcuterie board can be as bright and festive as Spring itself. Whether you’re hosting a full Easter brunch or just want something festive to graze on, these ideas are the perfect inspiration. Easter Coloring Pages From egg-shaped mandalas and Easter baskets to spring bunnies and hedgehogs, this new batch of coloring pages will delight your little one! Find and...

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Last Week's Most Popular Articles Nature Scavenger Hunt PrintablesSpring Cleaning Checklist Healthier Easter Basket Fillers Easter baskets don’t have to be overflowing with sugar to be fun. Find our selection of healthier Easter basket fillers - healthier treats and plenty of non-candy ideas kids are sure to enjoy. This list gives you plenty of time to prepare for April 5th! Rooted in Love Meditation Script This simple meditation helps children feel grounded and connect with the love in their...

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Last Week's Most Popular Articles Non Toxic Spring Cleaning ChecklistHow to Reduce Pet Dander in the Home Why Your Brain & Nervous System Need a Phone Break Before Bed Our ancestors never tried falling asleep after turning off bright overhead lights or scrolling a tiny, blue-light screen filled with the horrible things happening all over the world. Modern life takes a toll on our nervous systems. This article is all about rewiring our signals for safety and rest. Spring Renewal Meditation...

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Last Week's Most Popular Articles Einkorn Flour WafflesDIY Herbal Iron Syrup Happy Thursday!I can already tell from your responses - these are going to be great conversations 💛 In case you missed my request last week: I'm looking for a few more parents to chat via phone or Zoom about your biggest parenting challenges right now. We're looking for input on new resources and meditations we’re creating. Reply to this email if you're interested! Non Toxic Spring Cleaning Checklist If you haven't...

Last Week's Most Popular Articles Making Frugal Living FunSchool Incentives That Aren't Junk Food or Toys Happy Thursday!We're working on supplemental info for our guided meditations, focusing on children's nervous system regulation. I'd love to chat one-on-one with parents and practitioners who already use our scripts with kids, ages 3 to 14. If you have 20 minutes to share your experience and answer some questions, please reply and I'll be in touch to set up a call. Or if your kids are...

Last Week's Most Popular Articles 10 Valentine's Day Coloring SheetsPlant-Powered GLP-1 Support Review Studies Show Time in Nature Benefits Kids' Mental Health Time outside shapes our kids’ future wellbeing. Studies show that children who regularly connect with nature grow into happier and more mentally healthy adults. Here’s why those everyday outdoor moments matter so much and how to create more of them. Heart + Brain Connection Meditation Recognizing the harmony between the heart and brain...

Last Week's Most Popular Articles Cold Weather Outdoor GamesValentine's Gift Ideas Gentle Bedtime Rituals to Help Avoid Meltdowns If your child suddenly has endless questions, big emotions, or nervous energy the moment bedtime arrives, you’re not imagining it... and you’re not alone. Bedtime struggles are one of the most common concerns parents face. Not because children are trying to be difficult, but because their nervous systems are often still carrying the day. The good news is... you...

Between the freezing temps and the heavy emotional weight in the air, it's been a rough week for many. The collective unease—whether from world events or everyday stress—can be hard on kids, too. It inspired us to create a new meditation script based on the mental load / backpack analogy. Try it below with your child and see if it helps lighten the load just a little 🩵 Last Week's Most Popular Articles Valentine's Day Coloring PagesNatural Alternatives to the Pregnancy Glucose Drink...