With the cold temps now pretty firmly in place, January is a great time to get out there and enjoy some ice skating! Check out the article from our friends at Nashua/Merrimack area Macaroni Kids providing a list of rinks in our area as well as hours for free-skate and hockey. Milford’s Shepard Park rink…
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Do you find yourself saying ‘no’ a lot to your toddler or preschooler? We’ve all been there. But trying to create a ‘Yes environment’ instead will encourage your child’s early exploration and learning skills, and makes your time together more enjoyable. Here are some ideas from Mount Sinai Parenting Center to get you started. For…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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