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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


A Simple Guide to Seasonal Rituals for Modern Families
Childhood isn’t made of big events, it’s stitched together by the tiny rituals we repeat. Want winter to feel calmer, cozier, and more connected? Start small. One ritual. One moment. Discover simple ideas that become the memories they’ll carry forever.

Growing Up Nordic
Dec 29, 20252 min read


Nature-Based Play: Building Calm and Confidence in the Cold
Discover the simple winter invitations that turn cold days into confidence-building adventures. What if winter could soothe anxious minds, build resilience, and spark imagination, all without a single toy? Tap into the magic of nature this season.

Growing Up Nordic
Dec 15, 20252 min read


The Nordic Secret to Winter: Why There is No Bad Weather
What if winter didn’t feel like survival mode? Discover how Nordic families turn cold days into small, magical adventures — with just the right layers and a little friluftsliv.

Growing Up Nordic
Dec 8, 20252 min read


The Magic of Mørketid: Embracing Stillness and Light in Nordic Winter
Embrace the Nordic secret to surviving winter: Mørketid (the dark time). Learn how to shift your mindset from fighting the darkness to finding restorative Hygge and calm. Discover the philosophy behind intentional rest and how to bring light into the quietest moments of the year.

Growing Up Nordic
Nov 17, 20253 min read
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