Valentine’s Day, the ‘official’ day of love, is a special reminder to be intentional about the ways we show our children love and affection. Feeling loved is so important to your child’s healthy development. But beyond candy, cards and treats there are some simple but powerful ways to make your child feel valued, loved, and…
February is a great time to slow down and savor the final weeks of winter. What better time than the season of love to snuggle in with your littles and read an engaging picture book about love, kindness and friendship.❤️ Reading aloud to your child(ren) has a positive impact on their development and learning; it…
Many couples choose to spend their Valentine’s Day at home. Maybe it’s to avoid the crowded restaurants, trying not to strain the budget, or difficulties finding an available babysitter. Whatever your circumstances, Valentine’s Day at home can still be romantic and fun! In the midst of busy lives and the demands of a young family…
Rekindling Curiosity is back again to provide funding for children to attend camps and summer programs. The New Hampshire Department of Education is partnering with New Hampshire camps and school-age summer programs across the state to offer students the unique opportunity. Students of all ages, backgrounds and abilities benefit from exposure to short-term summer…
Lamprey Healthcare has a Mobile Health Service Van that brings critical health-related services out into the community. This helps remove barriers for individuals to establish primary care and ensure they are getting the help and preventative services they need. The mobile van is at SHARE Outreach, 1 Columbus Ave., Milford, NH every Tuesday from 1:30…
Join Milford School District for a walk-through of the Bales School and a public Q&A session to raise awareness about the restoration project of the historic Bales School. The warrant article will go before voters in March 2024. Session will be held Wednesday, February 21 at 6:00-7:30…meet at Jacques Memorial School The project will… **…
Try this simple activity with your kids…it’s fun and easy for any age. All you need is white coffee filters, markers and a spray bottle or dropper. For an extra fun and festive touch try cutting the coffee filters into shapes like a heart, clover or whatever you can imagine. These look BEAUTIFUL taped to…
Fingerplays and hand rhymes are short poems, chants or songs that rhyme. The lyrics correspond to hand movements and pair the words with actions (think “Itsy Bitsy Spider” or “Pat-A-Cake” to name a few!) Using fingerplays and songs in early childhood is a great way to help young children learn language and help them sharpen…
We’ve all heard that diets with an excess of sugar can eventually lead to diabetes, obesity, and heart health issues. But did you know a diet high in sugar can have a negative impact on a child’s brain development and functioning, and can cause difficulties with emotional regulation? Though natural sugars are necessary for your…
Road injuries are the leading cause of preventable deaths and injuries to children in the United States. The best way to keep your child safe in the car is to use the right car seat in the right way every time you’re out on the road. **A new law took effect in NH on January…