Did you know there is a free call-in service for Milford-area parents and families provided by Waypoint Family Resource Center? Any parenting question is welcome! Looking for advice or for specific child development information? Are you hoping to connect with a trusted, nonjudgmental, child and family support professional? Searching for a specific resource for your…
Wishing everyone a smooth back-to-school transition! Here is the latest information from the Milford School District for the 2022-23 school year. FIRST DAY OF CLASSES August 31st is our school district’s First Day of classes! August 31 – First Day for Grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9 September 1 – First Day for…
After the holidays when you’re ready to reclaim your house but don’t want to just throw away your Christmas tree, try this fun and purposeful activity with your family. Bring your tree outside and turn it into a beautiful, edible treat for wildlife! This was a family favorite for my kids and I, and allowed…
Outgoing or shy, neither is wrong or right, especially during times like the holidays when you’re visiting with friends and family that your kids may not be as familiar with. It’s important that your child feel accepted and supported whether they are more outgoing or slower to warm up. Read more about how you can…
The experts at Zero to Three offer these ideas for choosing toys that will grow with your child, challenge her, and nurture her thinking, physical, language, and social-emotional skills: * Open ended, multi-use like blocks, play silks/cloths, cups *imaginary toys that will grow with your child *real “tools” and things including child-sized utensils, pots/pans, cloths…
Don’t forget that your littlest family members love to “help” with the holiday baking and meal preparation, too. Whether it’s singing Pat-A-Cake or a Christmas carol with you…or simply stirring…they can be helpers in the kitchen and have fun with you, too. Here are some additional tips for enjoying cooking with your little ones and…
For your young children remember that the magic of the season and the connections with family and friends are what they’ll remember most. It could be the memories of their first snow, the lights on the Christmas tree, carolling with neighbors, nibbling candy canes, or my daughter still talks about the snow fort she built…
Did you know that simply going to the playground to play with your little one can support their healthy gross motor development? Gross motor skills include crawling, standing, walking, running, jumping, climbing, skipping, dancing…Large movements that involve moving arms, legs, or your entire body are “gross motor.” Playground and backyard play provide a fun environment…
The Milford Police Department is hosting their annual “toy store” for Milford kids and families. For any Milford family who may need the community’s support this year with gifts for your kids, you can stop by the Milford Police Station anytime starting today, Monday, December 6. Contact Detective Wales 603-249-0630 ext. 368 with any questions. Milford…
When a child is feeling afraid or vulnerable, they are often not able to self-regulate, especially if they’ve experienced trauma. This is one of the best visuals I’ve found that explains the steps to support a child in emotional distress, especially in a preschool/school setting: Regulate; Relate; Reason. A child cannot learn or reason if…