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Seasonal Rhythms
Live in rhythm with the seasons: Nordic holiday traditions, solstice celebrations, and gentle ideas for noticing each shift in light and nature.


Nordic Word of the Week: Vårlengsel
There is a specific kind of silence that only exists in the late Nordic winter. It is the sound of a world tucked under a heavy blanket of frost, holding its breath. In Norway and Sweden, we call this feeling Vårlengsel, the intense longing for Spring.

Growing Up Nordic
6 days ago2 min read


Nordic Easter: The Art of Natural Egg Dyeing
A Nordic slow living tradition for creating moody, earthy eggs without chemicals. How to dye Easter eggs naturally using onion skins and blueberries.

Growing Up Nordic
Jan 312 min read


Beyond Sledding: 3 Zero-Cost Winter Activities for Kids
Sledding is fun, but it is finite. True Friluftsliv isn't about the speed of the slide; it's about the stillness that comes after. Here is how we keep children engaged with the frozen landscape when the novelty wears off.

Growing Up Nordic
Jan 152 min read


Screen-Free Winter Hygge: Ideas for a Slow Season
Winter offers an invitation to slow down, yet the early darkness often leads to increased screen time. This guide explores the Nordic philosophy of hygge—conscious comfort—as an antidote to overstimulation. Discover how to curate a calming sensory environment and implement five quiet, screen-free activities that turn the long evenings into a sanctuary for connection and rest.

Growing Up Nordic
Dec 1, 20253 min read


Quiet Moments: Simple Sensory Play for Winter
Find easy, low-prep Winter Sensory Activities for preschoolers. Transform chaotic indoor afternoons into fun, calm, and intentional play.

Growing Up Nordic
Nov 24, 20253 min read


Winter Sensory Trays: Calm & Nordic-Inspired Play for Toddlers
Bring the calm of the North indoors! Discover 5 simple, sensory tray ideas that use natural materials and muted colors to promote focus and quiet play, turning chaotic winter afternoons into intentional moments of Hygge.

Growing Up Nordic
Oct 27, 20252 min read


There Is No Bad Weather: Embracing the Open-Air Life (Friluftsliv)
Embrace the "No Bad Weather" philosophy! Get practical tips and gear advice for year-round outdoor play, boosting fitness and confidence in every season.

Growing Up Nordic
Oct 11, 20252 min read


Pinecones, Sticks, and Stones: The Magic of Open-Ended Nature Play
Discover the magic of open-ended nature play using simple items like pinecones and sticks. Boost creativity and problem-solving with our Intentional Play tips.

Growing Up Nordic
Sep 21, 20252 min read


Engaging Autumn Play Activities for Preschoolers Inspired by Nordic Nature
Find 3 simple, sensory activities inspired by Nordic nature to engage preschoolers this autumn. Hands-on ideas for seasonal learning and calm discovery.

Growing Up Nordic
Aug 30, 20252 min read


Early Autumn Foraging: 3 Sensory Finds to Collect on a Walk
Discover 3 sensory finds to forage on your autumn walks: leaves, bark, and wild plants. Turn nature collection into Intentional Play and deep learning.

Growing Up Nordic
Aug 24, 20252 min read
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