Indoor playgrounds have become increasingly popular in recent years, serving as a vital resource for children’s play and development. These vibrant spaces provide not only a safe environment for children to explore and engage in physical activity, but they also promote essential skills like social interaction, creativity, and problem-solving. As parents and caregivers seek out […]
In today’s digital world, screens surround us everywhere. With smartphones, tablets, computers, TVs, and game consoles abounding, children get more screen exposure than ever before. While technology can be beneficial and educational, too much screen time can adversely affect children’s health and well-being. As a parent, you may wonder how to keep your children balanced […]
Whether you are outfitting a new indoor playground or retrofitting an existing space, you have two options for installation: professional or do-it-yourself (DIY). Both have their benefits and drawbacks, so it’s important to understand the pros and cons of each before making a decision. Let’s look at the differences between a professional vs. DIY indoor playground […]
Have you considered installing a commercial indoor playground for your church? The chances are that a good number of your congregation are parents with young children. What better way to keep these children grounded and interested in coming to church than having an indoor playground for kids? Here are the benefits of installing a commercial […]
On average, children use screens for over seven-and-a-half hours a day, according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). Plus, a worrying 74%–nearly three out of four–children ages five to 10 get less than an hour of exercise per day, WebMD reveals. These numbers make it clear: our children need to be […]
With the national childhood obesity rate nearing 20%, and many children not reaching the Sports and Fitness Industry Association’s minimum standards for a healthy lifestyle, finding ways to keep children fit and active is more important than ever. By engaging in a physical activity that burns a high number of calories for 25 minutes just […]
It’s no secret that having a child and taking care of a child can be incredibly expensive. Almost one-third of families spend at least 20% of their total household income on child care, and that’s without considering all the various other expenses in having a child in the family. If child care is taking its […]
It’s a new year, and parents everywhere are pledging to stay more active this year as part of their resolutions. However, one factor that parents may be forgetting is how their children’s activity plays into their own, as well as making sure kids stay active too. If you’re looking to get and stay active this […]
It’s no secret that kids these days spend plenty of time on their technology. Several years ago, you would have never seen a young child sitting staring at a screen for hours a day, but now it’s an incredibly common sight. Two-thirds of parents worry that their child spends too much time on electronic devices, […]
Kids today spend far too much time in front of computers, phones, and TV screens. And this isn’t just a cliche concern voiced by parents and Baby Boomers. The Common Sense Media Report found that the average kid between the ages of 8 and 12 spends more than 4.5 hours staring at screens every day, a number […]
Children are always looking for ways to entertain themselves. In this day and age, it is not as simple as it used to be. In the good old days, you could give a child some jacks or set them loose to wander the neighborhood, and they would be entertained for hours. Not anymore. A great […]