Are you heading out on the road with your kids this summer? Road tripping with kids requires focus, planning … and lots of snacks! Take a look at these travel tips from Macaroni Kids; 13 Mom-Approved Road Trip Hacks to help you plan and prepare for your time on the road with simple ideas that…
We all want to raise children who are independent, self-driven, kind and responsible. But knowing how to create an environment for that to happen can feel a little daunting. The article linked below contains some simple, but often overlooked activities that nurture cognitive, social, and emotional skills from a mom of 3, grade school teacher,…
Contributed by local Mom, and Milford Kids Thrive Collaborative member, Kayla Calabro. Check out her new podcast! Mothering Together Are you tired of feeling like you have to constantly entertain your child? What if I told you there’s a play skill that not only takes less work on your part but also has enormous benefits for…
The NH Department of Education has launched their 4th annual educational survey and are looking for your input! Here is your chance to voice your opinions!! The parent survey provides parents/caretakers of current NH students, preschool – 12th grade an opportunity to voice their feedback around remote learning, school climate, and their student’s academic and…
Contributed by local Mom, and Milford Kids Thrive Collaborative member, Kayla Calabro. Check out her new podcast! Mothering Together Spring has sprung, Milford parents! And you know what that means – it’s time to bust out the gardening gloves, dust off the stroller, and get ready to explore the great outdoors with your little ones.…
Contributed by local Mom, and Milford Kids Thrive Collaborative member, Kayla Calabro Have you ever gone to kiss your kiddo and they push you away, saying “no mama, not that!” or maybe your child wants to cuddle, but you’d rather just read a book? These things happen when there’s a mismatch in your love languages.…
Help your kids stay active outside this winter (and enjoy it) with a few simple tips. It might be cold out there, but adventure still awaits! Time outside provides a daily dose of fresh air and sunlight, increases circulation and levels of vitamin D, boosts immune systems, and can promote overall wellness, including better sleep habits and…
Contributed by local Mom, and Milford Kids Thrive Collaborative member, Kayla Calabro Ready to hear about my top podcasts for parents? I remember one particularly tough mom day, I felt completely disconnected from myself. I’d given and given all day and felt like just a vessel of a human. Do you ever feel that way?…
Our Journey from too boring to too busy to just right. When we first moved to Milford I loved the small-town vibe. I dragged my toddler to all of the different activities I could find. Fast forward to this past fall, after having my second son we were in a total rut. Some weeks we…
Our children are wired to want to communicate before bed. The bedtime routine brings feelings of intimacy and closeness, and it’s a time where they slow down enough to start processing and trying to make sense of their day, both of which can make a child feel more inclined to open up to parents and…