Many parents find themselves struggling to inspire their teens to get off the couch and start exercising; being physically active may be the last way a teen want to unwind after a day at school, work, or extracurricular activities. Teens who aren't active, however are at risk of developing poor [...]Continue Reading
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What sport should my child play? Choosing The Right Sport For Your Child – Infographic
Bounceback Parenting supports helping families find ways to enjoy active play because of the benefits of staying active. Everything from better sleep to a clearer mind can be found from physical activity. As my grandmother used to say, "You've got to move the body!" With that in mind I share this [...]Continue Reading
How to Make Sure Your Kids Get the Physical, Emotional and Learning Benefits of Physical Play in the Early Years
The benefits of physical activity are not only related to physical health, but also contribute to psychological well-being, cognitive development (attention and concentration), social competence and emotional maturity (controlling emotions and behavior, self-esteem and self-respect). All of this [...]Continue Reading
Best Outdoor Toys for Toddlers – encourage active play outside!
Active toddlers are happy toddlers and these outdoor play toys for 1, 2 and 3 year olds are the best for encouraging climbing, movement and creative play in your backyard. Here are our picks for the best outdoor toys for toddlers. If you still need more ideas, you can find more toys that may work [...]Continue Reading
Best Indoor Energy Burning Toys for Active Kids
Let’s bounce! Or climb or spin…anything to get in some physical activities if you’ve got active kids stuck indoors, right? We love outside play, but what do you do when going outside won’t work? You need physical activities to keep kids happy while cooped up inside – especially with an active [...]Continue Reading
