This is what happens when you have a sick baby all week-your brain goes numb!! Noah was diagnosed with a massive ear infection today. We will all recover for brighter tommorrow's but right now we are sleep deprived!
So cheap aactivity of the week is a no-brainer: go to the park!
It amazes me when I tell people this, I usually get one of two responses-either they already go and the kids are tired of it or they never thought of it in the first place.
So to add to that tip-go to a new park! Especially if you live in a metro area, or you are traveling and looking for a spot to stretch some legs, most cities have multiple parks. We have 4 parks in a 10 minute radius of our house, that we alternate between. And then with in a half hour radius we have about 10 more. And parks are a lot like toys-since we don't go to the same one everytime, it seems like there is something new to do (just like your regular toys suck but your friends toys that you don't see as much totally rule!)
To really make this a truly economical activity, bring some toys. Frisbees, balls, chalk if the park is okay with it, and bubbles are just a few activities that work well in the park. Again, these can be done at home as well, but in a new setting, sometimes it is that much more fun.
Speaking from experience, a new park is a big hit with kids and definitely in our budget-everytime, and an added bonus is that it encourages nap time. Touchdown for mom!!!
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To add to this, I suggest try finding a play area or park within walking distance. Then you can save on gas too or if it is conducive to your area try taking a bus or train somewhere. This is a cheap thrill for little kids and you can get further for less money. If you bring lunch you are not stuck feeding them when you get home and if they are up for it, it makes for a longer outing and less time in front of the boob-tube and also less time for them to messy the house! Try taking a few minutes to add a science, nature or art lesson too. Kids notice everything including the ants eating the live worm on the ground.......true story folks! They are never too young to learn even a little thing about the great outdoors!
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