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.…
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Try this fun and super easy STEM (Science Technology Engineering Art Math) activity with your kids with just a few simple supplies you probably already have at home! You will need: Follow these simple directions for the Rainbow walking water science experiment from Fun Learning for Kids that includes a simple recording sheet. **suggestion…put the…
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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.…
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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…
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Cold weather got you cooped up inside with your kids? That usually means they’ve got some energy to burn! Maybe mom and dad do too!? Pull up one of these great Dance Songs for Kids from Preschool inspirations on your TV or iPad and have a family dance party!! Music has been shown to stimulate…
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Wondering where there are good sledding hills nearby? Head to one of these local spots for a great day of family fun! ❄️🛷 * Behind Jacques Elementary School in Milford (small hill with a quick walk back to the top…good for little ones), 9 Elm St., Milford * Carnival Hill in Wilton (large hill with…
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The Milford School District is offering free developmental screenings through Child Find services. Screening appointments will be held at Heron Pond Elementary School, 80 Heron Pond Rd. from 9:30-12:30 on Wednesday, Feb 8th. This screening is available for children ages of 3-5 who live in the town of Milford. The screening takes about 45 minutes and consists…
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Did you know one of the most important interactions you can have with your child is through play? The earliest experiences in your baby’s life impact their future because “the experiences and relationships young children have…literally shape the development of their brain.” Looking for more information on your young child’s brain development and the many…
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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?…
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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…
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