6 Stages of Play Development

Play is all about having fun! But did you know play is more than just a fun activity for your child? During playtime children develop important life skills like problem solving, risk taking, social skills and creativity. Giving your child time to play is important for their development at every age. Try to work playtime…

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Raising Siblings Who Get Along

We’ve hit that point in the summer where our kids patience may be wearing thin with more time together and therefore more opportunities for big feelings. It’s one thing to fend off sibling battles over a toy, it’s often a more elusive challenge to raise children who genuinely like each other, enjoy being together, and…

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Local PYO Blueberry Fields are Open!

Local pick your own blueberry fields are finally open and ready for you to come pick his sweet summer treat! Get your fix at one of these local farms before they’re gone: Hi-Berry Farm: 338 Curtis Farm Rd, Wilton (603) 654-9819 Lavoies Farm: 172 Nartoff Rd, Hollis Open 8am-7pm every day  (603) 882-0072 Brookdale Fruit…

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Travel Hacks for Road Trips with Kids

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…

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New Girl Scout troop forming in Milford!

At Girl Scouts, girls learn to imagine, lead, and make things happen -to dream big and take action! Why wait to begin your Girl Scout Experience? With a Girl Scout Starter Troop, you can kick-start your GirlScouting journey! You’ll make new friends and learn about Girl Scouts through 4-6 fun meetings. Troop 64445 is forming…

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Fluffy Slime Recipe

Are your kids in on the crazy slime craze!? Try out this simple slime recipe for hours of fun with the best fluffy slime! It only takes a few ingredients that you might already have at home! You’ll need: Find the easy-to-follow recipe HERE from 30Days For more ideas for fun family activities head to…

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Make nature play a part of your every day!

Contributed by Jocelyn Pierce, local mom and Founder/Lead Learner of the Nature Skills Cooperative The facts are in: nature play provides TONS of advantages for kids. Time spent playing outside positively impacts kids in just about every way possible. It improves cognitive development, helps them grow strong bones and muscles leading to better balance and…

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