Welcome to
Gemma Walks Surrey
Enjoy parenthood outdoors as you journey with me hiking with kids, baby carrying, making fitness postpartum a priority and the wonderful ride of motherhood!
Postpartum Hiking Gear
Are you itchy to go back on the trail after having a baby and looking forward to taking your baby with you? Read this guide to find out everything you need to pack, what to wear and the hiking gear you'll need.
Learn from my experience hiking with two children and be prepared to hike with babies.
What to wear summer hiking
Know exactly what you and your kids need to wear when hiking in the summer. There is no better feeling than summer hiking, enjoying the sunshine, having a picnic and knowing the whole family is having a great time. Take the guess work out of what to wear after reading this guide.
Ergobaby Perfomance Carrier Review
The Ergobaby Perfomance Baby Carrier is a versatile carrier that grows with your baby into toddlerhood.
Read my honest review of this baby carrier as an outdoorsy mum of two, to find out if this carrier is the right fit for you and your baby.
How to hike with a newborn and a toddler
Hiking with a newborn and a toddler can seem daunting at first, and I definitely felt nervous going on our first hike together. But with the right preparation and attitude, you can conquer this too! Read this to find out how to hike with a toddler and newborn, what gear to take and what to plan.
6 mistakes I've made hiking with a toddler
Hiking with toddlers can be an extreme sport at times! Everyday is different and will bring new adventures, but spending time together outside is always worth it.
Here are the mistakes I've made when hiking with my toddler, so hopefully you won't!
Benefits of using a soft carrier
Baby carrying and baby wearing give you so much freedom with your little one. And the right soft carrier can help you bond and enjoy more time close with your baby.
Read this article to find if a soft carrier is right for you.
5 tips to help you get outside every day
Getting outside with children can feel so hard at times, but let's make it easier for you and the kids!
Read these simple five tips to help you and your family get outside everyday, whether that's in the garden, at the park or going out for a walk.
Hiking with Pelvic Girdle Pain
Pelvic Girdle Pain (PGP) can affect up to 60% of women during their pregnancies, and can limit what you can do and how you feel.
I didn't think it was possible but hiking with your kids with PGP is!
Exercises for baby carrying
Baby carrying gives you and your baby so much freedom to explore together, whilst staying close and bonding.
Here are important bodyweight exercises that will help you physically take on the challenge and improve your fitness postpartum from the beginning.
BabyBjorn Mini Carrier HONEST Review
Finding the right baby carrier for you and your baby is important. In the newborn days, the right carrier can help you keep your baby close to you and build a strong bond.
Read my honest review of the BabyBjorn Mini carrier here.
Your Ultimate Baby Carrier Guide
Picking a baby carrier can be exhausting! Let me guide you through the different types of baby and toddler carriers to suit you and your baby needs.
From slings to soft carriers ans toddler carriers, we'll go through them all.
10 things I've learnt as a Mum, the second time round
Motherhood is hard, with your first, second, third, fourth child etc. Here are the ten things I have learnt since becoming a mum for a second time, to help you, encourage you and to know that you're not alone in this beautiful, messy journey.
What to wear winter hiking
Winter shouldn't stop you enjoying what you love doing! You can still get outside, hike with your kids and get keep warm.
Find out the layering system you need to follow for you and your children.
Baby carrying and hiking stretches
Just finished your hike, unloaded the bags and the carrier, got the kids in the car, jump in and go home!
Sound familiar? Me too, but taking a few minutes after your hike to stretch has many benefits. Do you know what they are?
If you’re pregnant and hiking. . . read this
Do you love hiking? Are you pregnant and want to keep hiking? This article is for you.
Hiking whilst I was pregnant, was of course challenging, but being able to do what I loved felt great, and I want you to be able to do it too!
How to plan a hike with a toddler
How do you plan a hike with a toddler? Where do you start?
It can be a challenge, but this blog is here to help you make it easier!
Why posture matters when baby carrying
Posture is the natural alignment of your spine, and it’s different for everyone. It can be affected when moving, carrying load and daily activities.
Is your posture similar when you are baby carrying and when you are not?
ERGOBABY OMNI BREEZE Review
An honest review of the Ergobaby Omni Breeze from an outdoors and fitness enthusiast mum.