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Since being on maternity leave I like to plan my weeks out, so I know what we're doing, where we're going and who we're seeing. It helps me know that I have enough things to keep myself busy with a good balance between time out and about and bonding time in with Isabella.
I used to plan activities with other mummies twice a week, but as Isabella gets older I tend to go out more now. The other day we went for a lovely walk around our local area - it was one of those rare sunny summer days that you just have to get out and enjoy! Isabella just about fits in the carry cot part of her pram - I propped up the mattress with some blankets so she could see out a bit more and off we went. I really enjoyed showing Isabella the pretty flowers, butterflies and other wildlife, she loves all the bright colours. We had such a lovely time and best of all it didn't cost a penny!
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^Isabella didn't want to go inside, so we sat at the front door!^
What is your favourite free day out with your children?
Feel free to leave a comment :)
Helen x
Such a beautiful collection of photos (particularly the one at the top with the... are they irises?). Free days out are the best. #happydays
ReplyDeleteThese are the loveliest photos!! Thanks for sharing in #HappyDaysLinky x
ReplyDeleteGorgeous photos. I love the one of Isabella peeking out of her carry cot.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite free day out is the garden centre (although I haven't been for ages) - Jasmine loves seeing all of the animals. And I can get a nice slice of cake. :)
Thanks for joining the #HappyDaysLinky
Jenna at Tinyfootsteps xx