Mother Natured

Nature Play Club

Outdoor play is beneficial in so many ways - but making a change
can be difficult.

Perhaps you've felt like...

Naomi
I'm not an outdoorsy person but being indoors all the time really does create less connection with my family. There are so many distractions when you're inside. I just don't know what to do outside. We go for a walk and sometimes a bike ride or swim but what else is there?

Jemma
I am trying to do it all alone. Maintain a house, garden, animals, cook, clean, teach, craft. It is overwhelming. It takes a village to raise a child. Getting my kids outside is important to me, but when do I have time to promote nature play?

Kiara
My kids are 2 and 4, and I want to get rid of their tablets SO badly (we don’t watch regular tv but they’re on their tablets all day). But how do I do this when I’m also screen-addicted? I’ve been raised on tv and as an adult, I struggle with it a lot. I’m always on my phone or computer. I also live in a very rainy place and use that as an excuse to not go outside to play often. I want to change but it's just so hard!

Over the past few generations, childhood has moved indoors. On average, today’s kids spend up to 44 hours per week in front of a screen, and less than 10 minutes
a day playing outdoors.

Children & Nature Network

Are you worried that too much time spent indoors is impacting your child?

Too much time spent indoors may:

Develop disadvantages in the areas of language and thinking
Cause sensory and motor developmental delays
Raise your child's risk for attention problems, anxiety, and depression
Make it hard for your child to sleep at night
Encourage excessive screen time, which can lead to poor eyesight, lack of physical activity, and developmental “tunnel vision”

The good news is that you do not have to throw out all your screens, nor excessively change your lifestyle to give your child a nature-rich childhood!

It's time to add
a pinch of adventure,
a sprinkle of sunshine
and a big handful of outdoor play.

Penny Whitehouse

There's so much to gain from going outside!

Here's what other mothers have said about the benefits of playing and connecting in nature...

Amber
We go outside every morning! The benefits to this are absolutely endless and there’s no better cure for the quarantine blues than getting sweaty and dirty outside.

Louise
We've all had some anxiety issues recently for various reasons, but being outside, climbing trees, running wild, is the perfect remedy.

Jenny
It wasn’t until my son (with learning differences) began having a hard time and I noticed how calm he was after spending a free play day at the beach. Now we’re at the beach every weekend! We take full advantage of parks and we’ve found some great nature playgrounds too.

“When children play in natural spaces, they’re far more likely to invent their own games than in more structured settings – a key factor in becoming self-directed and inventive adults later in life”

~Richard Louv

I’ve tried everything to get my kids outside. Everything!

The thing is, it’s not that you haven’t tried...

You may have bought expensive play equipment hoping your kids would go outside more - but now they rarely touch it. Sigh
Maybe the endless, exhausting tantrums have led you to give up. "Give me back my tablet! I was winning!"
You’ve pinned activity ideas on Pinterest, but you have zero motivation to make those ideas a reality.

Don't worry - you're not alone.

You want your child to experience the benefits of outdoor play

...but you feel lost and overwhelmed!

Mother Natured

Nature Play Club

It’s a community of parents championing outdoor play!

Inside, you'll gain access to:

The Nature Play Path Video Series

These 14 short videos will help you embed outdoor play into your life, the easier way.

Learn simple but powerful ways to build nature play into your routine (no matter how busy you are)
Overcome barriers like screen time, risk, and weather that are stopping you from getting outdoors with your children
Discover how to turn your home and backyard into a beautiful nature playspace, no matter your budget!

You’ll also receive supportive tools and resources including a journal to help you set goals that are right for you and your family.

Nature Play Library

Have you been enjoying the printables in my newsletters and on the Mother Natured website? Once you become a member, you’ll gain immediate access to an entire library of printables, activities, and ideas to help support your little ones outside.

Here’s a sneak peek…

Community

PLUS, you’ll join an amazing, supportive, and engaged community of like-minded parents who all champion playtime outside. Never feel alone in your parenting trials (and triumphs!)

Plus, monthly themed nature play packs!

Each month, you'll also receive a themed bundle of goodies to keep nature play fun, engaging and educational!

Monthly challenge & fun tracker
Themed Printable Pack of goodies
Themed Nature Play Resources list
Educational video for you and your child to watch together

Here's an example of some of the goodies inside our recent Nature Play Garden Theme.

You and your child are going to have a blast with all the materials inside. Best of all, there's no Google searching required. It's all prepared for you, saving you a ton of time!

All you'll need to do is print them and go outside!

Upcoming themes!

"Thank you for all you do and caring about kids and understanding their need to be deeply connected to nature."
Jen, Mother of two

Outdoor play will never be boring again!

Simple educational printables

Easy to prep resources and ideas

Support to help you achieve your goals

Playful childhood memories in nature

What members are saying...

Nature Play Club Testimonial

"I've loved doing this course. I feel more confident in my parenting, and am getting more from our time spent out in nature, happy in the knowledge that it is benefitting Edward in so many ways.

The changes that we have made, both indoors and out in the garden, are much appreciated and well used by Edward. The course has provided lots of guidance on areas that can be worked on and improved, so although I have completed the course, our journey is really just beginning!

I am very grateful to Penny for her guidance, support, and inspiration!" Sharon H

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$21

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$197

PER YEAR

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The Nature Play Club will help you flourish...

You want to give your child a magical childhood. You’re just not sure where to start and how to fit it into
your lifestyle.

You know that nature play benefits your child, you’re trying, but life is getting in the way. You’re not sure how to make it easier.

You have defined goals that fit with your values and you’re taking steps in the right direction. Your kids are getting outside more often.

You’re calm, confident and comfortable as your children enjoy independent play outside, especially in their new backyard space!

As a member of the Nature Play Club you will:

Save time and money setting up excessive backyard equipment that your children won’t use
Enjoy time to yourself because your children have learned to play independently outside for longer periods as they grow
Relax knowing that your children are getting the physical and psychological benefits of regular
play outdoors
No longer feel stressed about the role of technology in your home
Feel at ease knowing you have the ongoing support of an enthusiastic guide and community to
help you solve any problems you’re having
Become the parent you really want to be

Our busy lives have squeezed out the nature play that has always been a part of childhood.

Your child deserves playtime in nature, and you deserve to enjoy these moments too!

Plus, your child will gain all the benefits nature play has to offer...

A happier, healthier outlook on life
Improved mental and physical health
An expanded imagination and creative thinking

The ability to overcome worries, risks, and mistakes
Increased self-expression and self-confidence

Your Guide

Hi I’m Penny,

As a working mother of three, I know how hectic life can get, how easy it can be to push time outdoors down the list of priorities as more urgent tasks take up our attention.

12 years experience teaching children as an Environmental Educator
Applied Science degree and a Graduate Diploma in Early Years Education
A happy mother of three children

I combine all the knowledge and skills of those roles here in the resources I create for you.

I believe that every child deserves a connection with their natural world and I’m here to help you make that happen for the children in your life.

When you become a member of the Nature Play Club,
you gain access to:

CASUAL Pricing

The member pricing gives you financial flexibility, which is important for busy parents. Pay monthly, yearly and even pause payments for when times are tough. There are absolutely no lock-in contracts!

Passionate Community

The private Facebook group is where you can connect with other parents to gain support, share wins and be inspired by other families who know what you're going through.

Course Content

You will gain access to the 12 core videos and all the useful strategies that will help you get your kids outside more. Plus you'll get a journal to keep you on track.