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March 05, 2023 4 min read
I get it -- you are busy. You have to juggle your work, family, friends, and a multitude of other responsibilities. Life can get hectic. Sometimes it is just easier to let your children watch their favorite movie or TV show or play video games.
As technology continues to advance and become a part of every aspect of our daily lives, children are spending more and more time indoors and on electronic devices. While these can provide entertainment and education, the long-term effects on children's mental, physical, and social health can be detrimental.
On the surface, this may seem harmless but over time, it can shape the way your child perceives and interacts with the world.
So what can be done? How can we entertain our children without reliance on technologies? Let's start with how bad can bad really get.
I can honestly go on and on with the benefits of spending time outdoors. It is a great passion of mine. Technology is great - it opens a host of opportunities and content to learn and experience. However, it can't ever take away from the importance of being outside. Sorry, metaverse -- you can't replace our much needed face-to-face interactions.
Now that we have a baseline understanding of the hidden cost of screen time and the benefits of outdoor fun -- what is the best way we can incorporate more outdoor play in our busy lives?
Luckily for you, Amplify Your Home is expanding our collection to include a wide range of outdoor play for all ages -- playhouses, playsets, swingsets, sandboxes, trampolines -- and I haven't forgotten about the adults! We will research for outdoor games, sports, and "man" caves/she-sheds.
Next blog will be about the differences between these outdoor plays and the pros and cons of each. Most importantly, how to pick the right one for your needs. It is about high-quality at the end of the day. High price does not equal high-quality!