Why You Should Give Your Kids More Hugs

Did you know, a 20 second hug is enough to decrease stress and increase the feel-good hormone, oxytocin? Hugging is a small but powerful way to stay connected…and provides so many benefits to you and your little one(s). It turns out those warm and fuzzy feelings are connected to positive physical and mental changes in…

NH Family NOW: Parenting Podcast

Premiering in March of 2021, the New Hampshire Children’s Trust is in it’s second season of their parenting podcast; New Hampshire Family NOW! New Hampshire Family NOW is a frank conversation about the ups and downs of parenting hosted by NHCT Director of Advancement Nathan Fink and Senior Programs Director Joelyn Drennan. Sometimes funny and…

Parents; a Child’s First Teacher

From the moment your first child is born, you become a teacher; your child’s first and most influential coach. They will watch how you treat others, how you speak to and care for others, how you spend your time, your money, your resources, and most importantly – they are learning about themselves and their role…

Parenting is hard work. We see you.

“So much of the work of parenthood is unseen. So much of it is the mental load, the emotional load, the logistical load. Things that nobody notices unless they’re not done. One of my friends calls this “Magic House” where it appears like these things just happen by magic–when in reality, somebody is keeping track…

Why Creating Art With Your Children is Important

We’ve known for years that making art has many benefits for a child’s development and well being. Creating art strengthens fine motor skills, problem solving and decision making skills, and allows for opportunities for self-expression, as well as helping kids process the world around them and the big emotions they often feel. But creating art…