The Care Coordination Program-New Hampshire (CCP-NH) assists military from all branches of service who live, work or serve in the state of New Hampshire. Their team of professional care coordinators and personal financial counselors are available to provide advice and support to service members and their families before, during and after deployment. CCP-NH helps address…
W-sitting is when a child sits on the floor, bottom is between the legs, and knees are bent with legs rotated away from the body – if you stand above them and look down it looks like their legs are forming a “W”. It seems a convenient position for play because they don’t have to work on keeping their…
With the cold temps now pretty firmly in place, January is a great time to get out there and enjoy some ice skating! ⛸️ VisitNH.gov has created a statewide list of outdoor rinks in NH that you and your family can enjoy for free skate as well as hockey. Links and hours can be found…
Take a look at this sweet article from Motherly It so beautifully chronicles the moments when you realize your baby isn’t a baby anymore. They’re growing so quickly, and right in front of your eyes. You put them to bed one night and they wake in the morning seeming bigger…more mature. Or you drop them off…
For most babies the first tooth breaks through around 6 months (sometimes as late as 12 months!). Every baby experiences teething differently. Some have virtually no symptoms, while others suffer through months of teething pain and fussiness. Teething is one of those milestones that usually leaves parents with a lot of questions: How do you…
Do you find yourself saying ‘no’ a lot to your toddler or preschooler? We’ve all been there. But trying to create a ‘Yes environment’ instead will encourage your child’s early exploration and learning skills, and makes your time together more enjoyable. Here are some ideas from Mount Sinai Parenting Center to get you started. For…
If your weekday mornings prove to be stressful and your routine needs a bit of a refresh you’re not alone. Navigating the hustle and bustle of weekday mornings can be a lot to manage. Whether you stay at home with the kids or head to work during the week, the ‘Sunday blues’ can feel oh-so-real.…
We all experience moments when staying calm is tough. For young children, with their limited life experience, it can be near impossible. Every skill is new and so many things are hard! They have a budding sense of independence but they just don’t know how to do so many of the things that they’re faced…
Are you experiencing domestic or sexual violence and don’t know where to turn? You are not alone! Caring, confidential, free support is available 24/7 for community members experiencing sexual or domestic assault/violence. You do not need to be in crisis to call. Crisis Center advocates from The Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence are available…
The holiday season is a time of year when indulgence abounds. It can be easy to get caught up in celebratory feasts and nostalgic treats and lose track of regular, balanced meals and the other healthy eating habits that serve us well the rest of the year. Kate Graves, Rd, LDN Nutrition Connections Specialist and…