Girls who play in dirt grow up Healthier

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I enjoyed this article. I am always having to remind my husband that children come washable. He freaks if their clothes get dirty or they get sand in their hair. I just generally look at him and roll my eyes in laughter. I would stress myself out if I cared too much. Its comforting that dirt does the body good. I want to have a mud party one day. I think my kids would have a blast.

lol This article made me laugh! My daughter has been exposed to sooooo much dirt in her short life! Since we live and work on a farm, she doesn’t stand a chance of staying clean. She “helps” change oil, grease farm equipment, pull weeds, trap gophers, etc nearly everyday. And I would have to say she has been much healthier than other kids her age. She rarely catches a cold.
Now, if I could just convince her that touching food that is slightly slimy isn’t a reason to gag herself :yes: