"Parents Opt for 1,000 Hours Outside to Improve Children's Sleep"
The 1000 Hours Outside movement, started by Michigan-based mother of five Ginny Yurich, encourages parents to spend more time outdoors with their children, with a goal of reaching 1,000 hours. Research shows that outdoor play helps children with every facet of their development, including cognition, physical abilities, emotional and social skills. It also helps improve mood, reduce stress and anxiety, and improve brain function. Parents who have participated in the challenge report that their children sleep better, eat better, and get sick less often, while also experiencing practical benefits such as longer naps and a cleaner house.