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1-443-577-0810

info@firstwavefamilies.org

Worcester County

10900 Ocean Gateway

Berlin, MD 21811

located inside Coastal Community Church

(not affiliated)

SOMERSET County

4384 Crisfield Highway

Crisfield, MD 21817

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🌊💜¡Acompáñenos este jueves a un grupo social bilingüe de exploración lingüística! Cata trabajará con los padres en nociones básicas de español e inglés para facilitar la comunicación y ayudarles a fomentar las habilidades lingüísticas de sus hijos.
Confirme su asistencia en firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜Join us on Thursday for a bilingual language exploration social group! Cata will work with parents on basic Spanish and English to facilitate communication and help parents develop their children's language skills!
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork

🌊💜¡Acompáñenos este jueves a un grupo social bilingüe de exploración lingüística! Cata trabajará con los padres en nociones básicas de español e inglés para facilitar la comunicación y ayudarles a fomentar las habilidades lingüísticas de sus hijos.
Confirme su asistencia en firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜Join us on Thursday for a bilingual language exploration social group! Cata will work with parents on basic Spanish and English to facilitate communication and help parents develop their children's language skills!
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork

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🚨Rescheduled for July 28! We hope you can join us on Tuesday! If you RSVPed for the event that was canceled for air quality, we DO need you to RSVP again please so we can get an accurate headcount. Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece Division of Early Childhood

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🚨Rescheduled for July 28! We hope you can join us on Tuesday! If you RSVPed for the event that was canceled for air quality, we DO need you to RSVP again please so we can get an accurate headcount. Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece Division of Early Childhood

RESCHEDULED! Join us on Tuesday July 28 for Water Fun Play Day in Berlin, MD! All families with children 4 and under are welcome! RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org

RESCHEDULED! Join us on Tuesday July 28 for Water Fun Play Day in Berlin, MD! All families with children 4 and under are welcome! RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org

Hello families! We have had to postpone todays Water Fun Play Day due to the Code Red issued for unhealthy air quality index. It is recommended that everyone, especially sensitive populations like babies and small children, limit the amount of time they spend outside today.
We will let you know when this event has been rescheduled!

Hello families! We have had to postpone todays Water Fun Play Day due to the Code Red issued for unhealthy air quality index. It is recommended that everyone, especially sensitive populations like babies and small children, limit the amount of time they spend outside today.
We will let you know when this event has been rescheduled!

🌊💜One of our favorite play days! Join us at First Wave Families in Berlin! RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece Coastal Community Church Berlin @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood @coastalccberlin

🌊💜One of our favorite play days! Join us at First Wave Families in Berlin! RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece Coastal Community Church Berlin @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood @coastalccberlin

Self Care + Child Care = Happier Families firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Self Care + Child Care = Happier Families firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜 Enrolled First Wave Families: Take a little time for you this Wednesday afternoon!

Join us for Drop In Afternoon on July 15 from 1:00–3:30 PM. While your little ones enjoy safe, engaging care in our early childhood classrooms, you can focus on your own goals.

Need to:
🌊 Apply for a job?
🌊 Study or complete coursework?
🌊 Catch up on paperwork?
🌊 Work remotely?
🌊Read, plan, or simply enjoy a quiet moment?

Our staff will be on hand to support you while you make the most of uninterrupted time. Supporting families means supporting parents, too.

💜This program is available for enrolled First Wave Families only, and RSVP is required.

Reserve your spot today: firstwavefamilies.org/events/drop-in-afternoon-july-15

🌊💜 Enrolled First Wave Families: Take a little time for you this Wednesday afternoon!

Join us for Drop In Afternoon on July 15 from 1:00–3:30 PM. While your little ones enjoy safe, engaging care in our early childhood classrooms, you can focus on your own goals.

Need to:
🌊 Apply for a job?
🌊 Study or complete coursework?
🌊 Catch up on paperwork?
🌊 Work remotely?
🌊Read, plan, or simply enjoy a quiet moment?

Our staff will be on hand to support you while you make the most of uninterrupted time. Supporting families means supporting parents, too.

💜This program is available for enrolled First Wave Families only, and RSVP is required.

Reserve your spot today: firstwavefamilies.org/events/drop-in-afternoon-july-15

🌊💜 Art + Play + Little Friends! Today’s Snow Hill Playgroup was a blast! Come play with us at an upcoming event or program! RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org

🌊💜 Art + Play + Little Friends! Today’s Snow Hill Playgroup was a blast! Come play with us at an upcoming event or program! RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org

🌊💜First Wave Families was proud to join Worcester County Public Schools at the Community Schools Partnership Showcase!

As Maryland Patty Centers for Family Support, we know that children thrive when families, schools, healthcare providers, nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations work together. Supporting a child's success means looking beyond the classroom to strengthen every part of their development from early learning and healthy relationships to mental wellness, parent education, developmental screening, and connections to community resources.

Community Schools and First Wave Families share the same belief: when we invest in the whole child and surround families with strong networks of support, every child has a greater opportunity to reach their full potential.

We're grateful to partner with WCPS and so many dedicated organizations working together to build healthier families, stronger communities, and brighter futures.
Worcester County Public Schools MD @worcestersystem Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood Maryland State Department of Education

🌊💜First Wave Families was proud to join Worcester County Public Schools at the Community Schools Partnership Showcase!

As Maryland Patty Centers for Family Support, we know that children thrive when families, schools, healthcare providers, nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations work together. Supporting a child's success means looking beyond the classroom to strengthen every part of their development from early learning and healthy relationships to mental wellness, parent education, developmental screening, and connections to community resources.

Community Schools and First Wave Families share the same belief: when we invest in the whole child and surround families with strong networks of support, every child has a greater opportunity to reach their full potential.

We're grateful to partner with WCPS and so many dedicated organizations working together to build healthier families, stronger communities, and brighter futures.
Worcester County Public Schools MD @worcestersystem Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood Maryland State Department of Education

🌊💜 ARE WE SURVIVING SUMMER?! By mid July the late nights, altered routines, summer activities, houseguests, family visits, and hot sun can impact even the most structured households! Let's implement some summer survival routines to help our little ones thrive all summer long! Join certified life and health coach @lanadifebo @lanamctavishcoaching Lana on Thursday, July 16 from 9-11:30 AM! Free childcare is always provided so that parents can focus, connect with peers, and invest in themselves!
Sign up for free at firstwavefamilies.org
@marylandece Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork @msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services

🌊💜 ARE WE SURVIVING SUMMER?! By mid July the late nights, altered routines, summer activities, houseguests, family visits, and hot sun can impact even the most structured households! Let's implement some summer survival routines to help our little ones thrive all summer long! Join certified life and health coach @lanadifebo @lanamctavishcoaching Lana on Thursday, July 16 from 9-11:30 AM! Free childcare is always provided so that parents can focus, connect with peers, and invest in themselves!
Sign up for free at firstwavefamilies.org
@marylandece Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork @msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services

First Wave Families has great upcoming programs for July! We are here for parents like you on Maryland’s lower eastern shore! If you are expecting or have a child 4 and under, check out firstwavefamilies.org!

First Wave Families has great upcoming programs for July! We are here for parents like you on Maryland’s lower eastern shore! If you are expecting or have a child 4 and under, check out firstwavefamilies.org!

🌊💜You asked, we answered! Offering our Snow Hill Playgroup again this Friday, July 10 at 10 AM at the CBH building at 107 E. Market St in Snow Hill!
Bring your babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to play!
Let us know you're coming at firstwavefamilies.org with at least 24 hour notice!
@msyfs_easternshore @marylandece @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @snowhilltoys @snowhillchamber

🌊💜You asked, we answered! Offering our Snow Hill Playgroup again this Friday, July 10 at 10 AM at the CBH building at 107 E. Market St in Snow Hill!
Bring your babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to play!
Let us know you're coming at firstwavefamilies.org with at least 24 hour notice!
@msyfs_easternshore @marylandece @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @snowhilltoys @snowhillchamber

There are still spots for two families in this week's Cooking and Meal Prep with Caitlin, limited to our enrolled First Wave families!
Check out this and all our other programs at firstwavefamilies.org
Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Division of Early Childhood @marylandece @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork

There are still spots for two families in this week's Cooking and Meal Prep with Caitlin, limited to our enrolled First Wave families!
Check out this and all our other programs at firstwavefamilies.org
Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Division of Early Childhood @marylandece @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork

🌊💜NEW! We are now able to offer AFTERNOON Drop In time for our enrolled families on select dates! July 8, July 15, July 21, July 27 from 1-3:30 pm!
RSVP online at firstwavefamilies.org
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece @marylandfamilynetwork

🌊💜NEW! We are now able to offer AFTERNOON Drop In time for our enrolled families on select dates! July 8, July 15, July 21, July 27 from 1-3:30 pm!
RSVP online at firstwavefamilies.org
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece @marylandfamilynetwork

🌊💜 We're excited about connecting our English and Spanish speaking families through ¡Hablemos! Let's Chat with our bilingual family advocate, Cata Parks! Parents are their children's first teachers; this program is a great way for moms and dads to develop and practice basic skills to help teach their little ones language development!

Monday, July 6 9-11:30AM
and
Thursday, July 23 9-11:30AM

Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece Division of Early Childhood

🌊💜 We're excited about connecting our English and Spanish speaking families through ¡Hablemos! Let's Chat with our bilingual family advocate, Cata Parks! Parents are their children's first teachers; this program is a great way for moms and dads to develop and practice basic skills to help teach their little ones language development!

Monday, July 6 9-11:30AM
and
Thursday, July 23 9-11:30AM

Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece Division of Early Childhood

🌊💜Don't forget to sign up for Read & Play and all our amazing July activities at First Wave Families!
firstwavefamilies.org

🌊💜Don't forget to sign up for Read & Play and all our amazing July activities at First Wave Families!
firstwavefamilies.org

💜🌊 June Read & Play @caprichosbooks with our 4 and under friends! We have free, enriching activities every weekday at First Wave Families, visit our website to RSVP! @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece @msyfs_easternshore

💜🌊 June Read & Play @caprichosbooks with our 4 and under friends! We have free, enriching activities every weekday at First Wave Families, visit our website to RSVP! @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece @msyfs_easternshore

Awesome day with our First Wave Families on our FREE June Family Field trip to @dechildrensmuseum Don’t miss out on enrichment for your little ones- check out firstwavefamilies.org @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece

Awesome day with our First Wave Families on our FREE June Family Field trip to @dechildrensmuseum Don’t miss out on enrichment for your little ones- check out firstwavefamilies.org @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece

🌊💜 We are excited to welcome new therapist Ashley Jester, LMSW at Maple Shade Youth and Family Services to our Mental Health Matters program! Ashley is available to have individual discussion sessions with parents of children ages 0-4 and expectant parents. Your mental health matters! Free childcare is provided during the session, and throughout the entire 9AM to 12PM block of time. Feel free to use this as drop in time to work on your own individual pursuits and goals while your little ones are well cared for in our early childhood classrooms!
1. Start by booking a time slot with Ashley at https://www.firstwavefamilies.org/book-online
2. Then RSVP for the event here to enroll your child in childcare: https://www.firstwavefamilies.org/programs

@marylandece Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore

🌊💜 We are excited to welcome new therapist Ashley Jester, LMSW at Maple Shade Youth and Family Services to our Mental Health Matters program! Ashley is available to have individual discussion sessions with parents of children ages 0-4 and expectant parents. Your mental health matters! Free childcare is provided during the session, and throughout the entire 9AM to 12PM block of time. Feel free to use this as drop in time to work on your own individual pursuits and goals while your little ones are well cared for in our early childhood classrooms!
1. Start by booking a time slot with Ashley at https://www.firstwavefamilies.org/book-online
2. Then RSVP for the event here to enroll your child in childcare: https://www.firstwavefamilies.org/programs

@marylandece Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore

🌊💙 It's playgroup time at Stephen Decatur Park in Berlin, MD! Join First Wave Families for a fun morning of activities at the playground!
Please RSVP early so that we can be sure to have the appropriate amount of supplies! firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@marylandece Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services

🌊💙 It's playgroup time at Stephen Decatur Park in Berlin, MD! Join First Wave Families for a fun morning of activities at the playground!
Please RSVP early so that we can be sure to have the appropriate amount of supplies! firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@marylandece Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services

🌊💙📖Our first Read & Play at the Caprichos Books Snow Hill store will be for enrolled families only on Wednesday, June 24 at 10AM! Please RSVP through firstwavefamilies.org/enrolledfamilies
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Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood @@marylandfamilynetwork @msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @Caprichos Books @caprichosbooks

🌊💙📖Our first Read & Play at the Caprichos Books Snow Hill store will be for enrolled families only on Wednesday, June 24 at 10AM! Please RSVP through firstwavefamilies.org/enrolledfamilies
🌊💙📖
Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood @@marylandfamilynetwork @msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @Caprichos Books @caprichosbooks

🌊🧡¡Una oportunidad fantástica para que nuestras familias de habla inglesa y española superen las barreras lingüísticas, hagan nuevos amigos y fomenten el desarrollo del lenguaje de los más pequeños! Nuestra promotora familiar bilingüe, Cata Parks, dirige esta divertida sesión de conversación para intercambiar conocimientos básicos de inglés y español.
Inscríbanse en firstwavefamilies.org/programs. ¡Están invitadas todas las familias con niños de 4 años o menos y los futuros padres! Ofrecemos servicio de cuidado infantil gratuito y nunca cobramos cuotas de inscripción. ¡Todo es gratis para ustedes!
@marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandece Division of Early Childhood
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Fantastic Opportunity for our English speaking and Spanish speaking families to bridge language barriers, make new friends, and encourage language development for your little ones! Our bilingual family advocate, Cata Parks, leads this fun and social chat session exchanging skills in basic English and basic Spanish!
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs All families with children 4 and under and expectant parents are invited! Free childcare is provided, and we never charge any enrollment fees! It's all free for you!

🌊🧡¡Una oportunidad fantástica para que nuestras familias de habla inglesa y española superen las barreras lingüísticas, hagan nuevos amigos y fomenten el desarrollo del lenguaje de los más pequeños! Nuestra promotora familiar bilingüe, Cata Parks, dirige esta divertida sesión de conversación para intercambiar conocimientos básicos de inglés y español.
Inscríbanse en firstwavefamilies.org/programs. ¡Están invitadas todas las familias con niños de 4 años o menos y los futuros padres! Ofrecemos servicio de cuidado infantil gratuito y nunca cobramos cuotas de inscripción. ¡Todo es gratis para ustedes!
@marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandece Division of Early Childhood
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Fantastic Opportunity for our English speaking and Spanish speaking families to bridge language barriers, make new friends, and encourage language development for your little ones! Our bilingual family advocate, Cata Parks, leads this fun and social chat session exchanging skills in basic English and basic Spanish!
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs All families with children 4 and under and expectant parents are invited! Free childcare is provided, and we never charge any enrollment fees! It's all free for you!

*NOW open to all families who have participated in an event or program with us this year! Our field trip to the Delaware Children's Museum is fast approaching! Make sure you're all signed up at firstwavefamilies.org/enrolledfamilies

@@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Maryland State Department of Education Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece Division of Early Childhood

*NOW open to all families who have participated in an event or program with us this year! Our field trip to the Delaware Children's Museum is fast approaching! Make sure you're all signed up at firstwavefamilies.org/enrolledfamilies

@@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Maryland State Department of Education Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece Division of Early Childhood

🌊💜☕ Coffee Club for parents of children 4 and under and expectant parents meets on Monday, June 15 at 9 am! This is an informal hang out where you can talk with parenting peers about your journey, experiences, milestones, and challenges! Ms. Brittani facilitates and there is plenty of time to socialize and also reflect independently. Whatever you need to make yourself have the best day possible and build the strongest family! Join us! RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs 🌊💜☕
@marylandece Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore

🌊💜☕ Coffee Club for parents of children 4 and under and expectant parents meets on Monday, June 15 at 9 am! This is an informal hang out where you can talk with parenting peers about your journey, experiences, milestones, and challenges! Ms. Brittani facilitates and there is plenty of time to socialize and also reflect independently. Whatever you need to make yourself have the best day possible and build the strongest family! Join us! RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs 🌊💜☕
@marylandece Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore

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Don't forget that our Meg-A Readers Book Club for parents of children 4 and under and expectant parents (with FREE CHILD CARE) is meeting on Tuesday, June 16 at our Berlin center! Currently reading: The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde
Let us know you'll be there by RSVPing at firstwavefamilies.org/programs !
@marylandece Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore

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Don't forget that our Meg-A Readers Book Club for parents of children 4 and under and expectant parents (with FREE CHILD CARE) is meeting on Tuesday, June 16 at our Berlin center! Currently reading: The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde
Let us know you'll be there by RSVPing at firstwavefamilies.org/programs !
@marylandece Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore

🌊📣SNOW HILL AREA FAMILIES!!!!!!!
First Wave Families meets at the Community Behavioral Health building at 107 East Market Street in Snow Hill, MD to offer conveniently located programs for residents of central and southern Worcester county.
Join us for this Friday's Snow Hill Playgroup!
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
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@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandece Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @snowhillchamber @downtown_snow_hill

🌊📣SNOW HILL AREA FAMILIES!!!!!!!
First Wave Families meets at the Community Behavioral Health building at 107 East Market Street in Snow Hill, MD to offer conveniently located programs for residents of central and southern Worcester county.
Join us for this Friday's Snow Hill Playgroup!
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊💙
@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandece Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @snowhillchamber @downtown_snow_hill

🌊🌊🌊Feeling overwhelmed by the clutter of parenting, schedules, toys, laundry, and “stuff”? You’re not alone. Join First Wave Families for Live Your Best Life with Lana on June 11, featuring certified life coach and health coach Lana DiFebo McTavish and discover practical ways to simplify your home, your routines, and your mental load.

This month’s theme: Declutter & Simplify 🌊💜
Because creating calmer spaces can help create calmer families!

This FREE program is designed for parents and caregivers of young children and includes practical tips for reducing overwhelm, strategies for simplifying daily life, and encouraging conversation and support

🌊🧸 FREE childcare provided, as always!

Take a little time for yourself, connect with other parents, and leave feeling lighter and more organized.

Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork @Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood @lanadifebo Lana DiFebo McTavish

🌊🌊🌊Feeling overwhelmed by the clutter of parenting, schedules, toys, laundry, and “stuff”? You’re not alone. Join First Wave Families for Live Your Best Life with Lana on June 11, featuring certified life coach and health coach Lana DiFebo McTavish and discover practical ways to simplify your home, your routines, and your mental load.

This month’s theme: Declutter & Simplify 🌊💜
Because creating calmer spaces can help create calmer families!

This FREE program is designed for parents and caregivers of young children and includes practical tips for reducing overwhelm, strategies for simplifying daily life, and encouraging conversation and support

🌊🧸 FREE childcare provided, as always!

Take a little time for yourself, connect with other parents, and leave feeling lighter and more organized.

Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork @Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood @lanadifebo Lana DiFebo McTavish

Last chance to sign up for Cooking and Meal Prep with Caitlin! This program is only open to our enrolled families.
Learn more at https://www.firstwavefamilies.org/enrolledfamilies

See you there! 🌊🥕🍅🌽
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood

Last chance to sign up for Cooking and Meal Prep with Caitlin! This program is only open to our enrolled families.
Learn more at https://www.firstwavefamilies.org/enrolledfamilies

See you there! 🌊🥕🍅🌽
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood

What an amazing family field trip with our First Wave Families to @coastalwilds Coastal Wilds! 🌊🧡🦘🦓🦚🐓 Join us next time! Firstwavefamilies.org/programs @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece @msyfs_easternshore

What an amazing family field trip with our First Wave Families to @coastalwilds Coastal Wilds! 🌊🧡🦘🦓🦚🐓 Join us next time! Firstwavefamilies.org/programs @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece @msyfs_easternshore

🌊💜✨ Staff Spotlight: Megan Smith ✨💜🌊

With 16 years of experience in early childhood education, Megan Smith brings both heart and expertise to the field she has dedicated her life to serving. Since beginning her career in 2010, Megan has worked with children from infancy through school age, building a strong foundation in both classroom teaching and early childhood administration.

Megan earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology with a concentration in Child Development from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Early Childhood Education. Her passion for lifelong learning doesn’t stop there - she already has plans to continue on to earn her doctorate in the field!

A fun full-circle moment: Megan first entered the early childhood field working alongside Jocelyn many years ago, and now they’ve found their way back together again at First Wave Familes. 🌊💜

We’re so grateful for Megan’s dedication, knowledge, and commitment to supporting children and families every day! @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece @marylandfamilynetwork @megenglishmen

🌊💜✨ Staff Spotlight: Megan Smith ✨💜🌊

With 16 years of experience in early childhood education, Megan Smith brings both heart and expertise to the field she has dedicated her life to serving. Since beginning her career in 2010, Megan has worked with children from infancy through school age, building a strong foundation in both classroom teaching and early childhood administration.

Megan earned her Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology with a concentration in Child Development from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Early Childhood Education. Her passion for lifelong learning doesn’t stop there - she already has plans to continue on to earn her doctorate in the field!

A fun full-circle moment: Megan first entered the early childhood field working alongside Jocelyn many years ago, and now they’ve found their way back together again at First Wave Familes. 🌊💜

We’re so grateful for Megan’s dedication, knowledge, and commitment to supporting children and families every day! @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece @marylandfamilynetwork @megenglishmen

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