In the chaos of the modern world, family time is more precious than ever - so, here are 10 free ways to spend quality time with your family.
Between work, extracurricular activities, homework, housework, and cooking, it can seem impossible to juggle it all and fit in quality family time.
But we're here to tell you that it is all possible and that it doesn't have to cost anything.
Here are our top 10 free ways to spend quality time with your family. And trust us, the kids - and your mental health - will thank you for it.
10 free ways to spend quality time with your family
- Play board games: You really can't go wrong with board games. There's something for everyone and it's always nice to have a bit of friendly family competition.
- Have an indoor picnic: This is one of our personal favourites because it's minimum effort for maximum enjoyment. Throw down a blanket and serve lunch on the floor and hey presto! Lot's of happy kids.
- Bake something together: There are so many benefits to baking together, not to mention the yummy treats you'll have to enjoy at the end. Why not try our special cookie recipe?
- Do a beach day: A day on the sand is such a lovely time for parents and kids. Pack a picnic and lots of sunscreen and get out there.
- Make up a dance routine together: Let the kids choose their favourite songs to dance to and let go of your inhibitions! There is no better stress buster.
- Arts and crafts night: This is such a relaxing family activity and one we strongly recommend. It's even more fun to make things out of old household items. Waste not, want not, as the saying goes.
- Go for a walk: There's just something so special about being out in nature.
- Do a fun home workout: Create healthy habits while enjoying some quality family time with a sweaty workout or even a chilled family yoga session.
- Make a family scrapbook: It's nice to print out photos and talk about your favourite family memories.
- Karaoke night: Put the fun factor into family time with a sing-a-long.
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