I try to get outside for at least 30 minutes per day even in winter, but this week we are stuck in because it is -24 today and has been like that most of the week! I hate getting them dressed too, but I feel it is worth it to get some fresh air and exercise. I do think the youngest get more exercise inside as they can't move well in their snowsuits and boots, but they still benefit greatly from the fresh air. I do like others have said and start with snowpants on everyone and then coats, etc so nobody is to hot and starts taking things off. I also ask parents to supply mittens on strings so that they are dangling from sleeves and those I slip on once we are in the garage on the way out. I have to go out to take my son to the bus anyway, so I figure once I have done all the work to get everyone ready and out, we might as well stay out for as long as weather permits. I have cleared an area in the back yard so the snow is no too deap for the babies and teh playhouse is accesible as is the slide. I have also made some climbing/slidin hills and provide lots of little shovels. I have a couple of sleds that I pile the babies onto and pull them around a track in the yard so they don't get bored while the older kids play. This week I am enjoying a break from getting htem dressed, but I do feel a bit couped up. I find some of the kids can start to dress themselves at 18 months (my daughter for example), but others are much slower, especially if parents haven't allowed or encouraged them to practice. I start by teaching them how to take things off and then work up to it from there starting with the easiest things like boots.