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🌊🌟 Staff Spotlight: Meet Jocelyn Snelsire 🌟🌊

We’re excited to shine this week’s Staff Spotlight on our incredible Director, Jocelyn Snelsire!

Jocelyn brings a wealth of knowledge and heart to First Wave Families. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development & Family Studies, with a concentration in Infant and Early Childhood, from Penn State University. Her passion for supporting children and families has been the foundation of her career from the very beginning.

She spent two years working with KinderCare Learning Centers in Pittsburgh before making the move to the shore in 2002. Jocelyn then dedicated an amazing 20 years to Little Lambs Learning Center, where she made a lasting impact on countless children and families.

Since joining First Wave Families at its very beginning in 2023, Jocelyn has been a guiding force in shaping our mission and supporting the families we serve every day.

Her experience, leadership, and genuine passion for early childhood development make her an invaluable leader of our team 🌊💜

@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network

🌊🌟 Staff Spotlight: Meet Jocelyn Snelsire 🌟🌊

We’re excited to shine this week’s Staff Spotlight on our incredible Director, Jocelyn Snelsire!

Jocelyn brings a wealth of knowledge and heart to First Wave Families. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development & Family Studies, with a concentration in Infant and Early Childhood, from Penn State University. Her passion for supporting children and families has been the foundation of her career from the very beginning.

She spent two years working with KinderCare Learning Centers in Pittsburgh before making the move to the shore in 2002. Jocelyn then dedicated an amazing 20 years to Little Lambs Learning Center, where she made a lasting impact on countless children and families.

Since joining First Wave Families at its very beginning in 2023, Jocelyn has been a guiding force in shaping our mission and supporting the families we serve every day.

Her experience, leadership, and genuine passion for early childhood development make her an invaluable leader of our team 🌊💜

@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network

🌊💜🌷 Celebrate Mother's Day with us at First Wave Families! We are hosting a Mommy & Me Party at our center in Berlin, MD on Friday, May 8 at 10AM! RSVP for this free event, we can't wait to celebrate the special bond between mothers and their children with you! Expectant mothers, and mothers and mother-figures to children ages 4 and under are invited!
🔗firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜🌷 Celebrate Mother's Day with us at First Wave Families! We are hosting a Mommy & Me Party at our center in Berlin, MD on Friday, May 8 at 10AM! RSVP for this free event, we can't wait to celebrate the special bond between mothers and their children with you! Expectant mothers, and mothers and mother-figures to children ages 4 and under are invited!
🔗firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊🧡 Join @thesciencenerds The Science Nerds on Wednesday morning for our FREE Baby Scientists program! Their spring themed science experiments are perfect for parents/caregivers to participate in alongside children ages 2-4!
RSVP today at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊🧡 Join @thesciencenerds The Science Nerds on Wednesday morning for our FREE Baby Scientists program! Their spring themed science experiments are perfect for parents/caregivers to participate in alongside children ages 2-4!
RSVP today at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜First Wave Families staff are out in the community at Bloom Together with Snow Hill Middle and Cedar Chapel School families to share sensory friendly outdoor activities!
@marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore

🌸🌼 Bloom Together at Snow Hill Middle School! 🌼🌸
Join us for Bloom Together, a joyful and inclusive spring event at Snow Hill Middle School! Come connect, have fun, and celebrate our amazing community 💛
✨ What to Expect:
• Community Resources
• Chalk Walk & Bubbles
• Crafts & Sensory Play
• Cozy Corner for Relaxation
📅 Date: April 24
⏰ Day Session: 12:30–2:00 PM
⏰ Evening Session: 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Location: 522 Coulbourne Lane, Snow Hill, MD
📞 Contact: 410-632-5240
🌈 This is a sensory-friendly, inclusive event designed for students of all abilities.

Bring your family, bring your smiles, and come bloom together with us! 🌷✨

🌊💜First Wave Families staff are out in the community at Bloom Together with Snow Hill Middle and Cedar Chapel School families to share sensory friendly outdoor activities!
@marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore

🌸🌼 Bloom Together at Snow Hill Middle School! 🌼🌸
Join us for Bloom Together, a joyful and inclusive spring event at Snow Hill Middle School! Come connect, have fun, and celebrate our amazing community 💛
✨ What to Expect:
• Community Resources
• Chalk Walk & Bubbles
• Crafts & Sensory Play
• Cozy Corner for Relaxation
📅 Date: April 24
⏰ Day Session: 12:30–2:00 PM
⏰ Evening Session: 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Location: 522 Coulbourne Lane, Snow Hill, MD
📞 Contact: 410-632-5240
🌈 This is a sensory-friendly, inclusive event designed for students of all abilities.

Bring your family, bring your smiles, and come bloom together with us! 🌷✨

🌊💜We are proud to partner with the Worcester County Health Department and the Judy Center Early Learning Hub to provide a series of Pop-Up Family Resource Days this May! Join us from 2-4 PM on Tuesday, May 5 at the Pocomoke Health Department, Wednesday, May 13 at the Snow Hill CBH Building, and Wednesday, May 20 at the Bay Terrace Apartments in Berlin. Featuring one-stop assistance for outreach and education about reproductive health, MCHP insurance, immunizations, health department prevention programs, the Worcester County Dental Center, early childhood resources, school readiness, public school registration, parenting resources, and giveaways of diapers, wipes, formula, and more!
RSVP to help us plan, but drop ins are expected and welcome too!
firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@marylandece
Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Start Strong Worcester County, Resources for Children Birth through 5.

🌊💜We are proud to partner with the Worcester County Health Department and the Judy Center Early Learning Hub to provide a series of Pop-Up Family Resource Days this May! Join us from 2-4 PM on Tuesday, May 5 at the Pocomoke Health Department, Wednesday, May 13 at the Snow Hill CBH Building, and Wednesday, May 20 at the Bay Terrace Apartments in Berlin. Featuring one-stop assistance for outreach and education about reproductive health, MCHP insurance, immunizations, health department prevention programs, the Worcester County Dental Center, early childhood resources, school readiness, public school registration, parenting resources, and giveaways of diapers, wipes, formula, and more!
RSVP to help us plan, but drop ins are expected and welcome too!
firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@marylandece
Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Start Strong Worcester County, Resources for Children Birth through 5.

🌊💜Amazing morning celebrating celebrating literacy and all things spring with our First Wave Families! 🦋🌸
Visit firstwavefamilies.org to learn more about our programs! @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece @coastalccberlin

🌊💜Amazing morning celebrating celebrating literacy and all things spring with our First Wave Families! 🦋🌸
Visit firstwavefamilies.org to learn more about our programs! @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece @coastalccberlin

🌊💜We can't wait to see you at the April Read & Play at First Wave Families at 10900 Ocean Gateway in Berlin, MD (located on the campus of @coastalccberlin )
RSVP for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@msyfs_easternshore @momsformomsocmd Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood @marylandece

🌊💜We can't wait to see you at the April Read & Play at First Wave Families at 10900 Ocean Gateway in Berlin, MD (located on the campus of @coastalccberlin )
RSVP for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@msyfs_easternshore @momsformomsocmd Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network Division of Early Childhood @marylandece

¡Familias hispanohablantes en el área de Snow Hill! ¡Acompáñennos el martes por la mañana para recibir ayuda con la inscripción escolar y de preescolar! Se ofrecerá cuidado de niños y habrá traductores disponibles.
🌊🧡
firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood @snowhillchamber @snowhillelemmd

¡Familias hispanohablantes en el área de Snow Hill! ¡Acompáñennos el martes por la mañana para recibir ayuda con la inscripción escolar y de preescolar! Se ofrecerá cuidado de niños y habrá traductores disponibles.
🌊🧡
firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @marylandece Division of Early Childhood @snowhillchamber @snowhillelemmd

🌊💜📖We're starting a Book Club! Come find out more, get the first book, and connect with other parents of children 4 and under!
Tuesday, April 21 at 9AM at First Wave Families
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜📖We're starting a Book Club! Come find out more, get the first book, and connect with other parents of children 4 and under!
Tuesday, April 21 at 9AM at First Wave Families
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

We love sharing about First Wave Families! 🌊💜
Ms. Brittani, Ms. Jocelyn, and Ms. Megan attended the Community Resource Fair at the Ocean Pines library sponsored by the Worcester County Initiative to Preserve Families (LMB)

@marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network
@marylandece Division of Early Childhood
@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services
@worcesterlibrarymd Worcester's Initiative to Preserve Families -Local Management Board

We love sharing about First Wave Families! 🌊💜
Ms. Brittani, Ms. Jocelyn, and Ms. Megan attended the Community Resource Fair at the Ocean Pines library sponsored by the Worcester County Initiative to Preserve Families (LMB)

@marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network
@marylandece Division of Early Childhood
@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services
@worcesterlibrarymd Worcester's Initiative to Preserve Families -Local Management Board

The Judy Center and First Wave Families are happy to support school registration for Spanish-speaking families for Snow Hill Elementary School on Tuesday, April 21 from 9-11:30 am at the Snow Hill CBH building. Translators, laptops, childcare provided!
RSVP for transportation needs at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊
Se ofrece asistencia para la inscripción escolar. Por favor, traiga todos los documentos requeridos, incluyendo el certificado de nacimiento, el registro de vacunación, el comprobante de residencia y el comprobante de ingresos.
💜Servicio de cuidado de niños disponible
💚Traductores en el lugar
🩷Computadoras portátiles disponibles
🧡Transporte disponible @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece @msyfs_easternshore @snowhillelemmd

The Judy Center and First Wave Families are happy to support school registration for Spanish-speaking families for Snow Hill Elementary School on Tuesday, April 21 from 9-11:30 am at the Snow Hill CBH building. Translators, laptops, childcare provided!
RSVP for transportation needs at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊
Se ofrece asistencia para la inscripción escolar. Por favor, traiga todos los documentos requeridos, incluyendo el certificado de nacimiento, el registro de vacunación, el comprobante de residencia y el comprobante de ingresos.
💜Servicio de cuidado de niños disponible
💚Traductores en el lugar
🩷Computadoras portátiles disponibles
🧡Transporte disponible @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece @msyfs_easternshore @snowhillelemmd

*This program is only open to families in the Pocomoke Elementary School district*
Join the Judy Center and First Wave Families for a Potty Training Workshop on Tuesday, May 12 at 9 AM in the PES library!🌊💜
🔗RSVP via the link at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
We are unable to accommodate children at this workshop; parents and caregivers only please.
@marylandece Division of Early Childhood
@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services
@Pocomoke Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub
@Pocomoke Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub
@marylandfamilynetwork
Maryland Family Network

*This program is only open to families in the Pocomoke Elementary School district*
Join the Judy Center and First Wave Families for a Potty Training Workshop on Tuesday, May 12 at 9 AM in the PES library!🌊💜
🔗RSVP via the link at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
We are unable to accommodate children at this workshop; parents and caregivers only please.
@marylandece Division of Early Childhood
@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services
@Pocomoke Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub
@Pocomoke Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub
@marylandfamilynetwork
Maryland Family Network

SPRING SCIENCE FUN! We are thrilled to team up with @thesciencenerds The Science Nerds to offer Hungry Caterpillar themed Baby Scientists for children ages 2-4! FREE RSVP includes all the individual materials for your little one to join in the age appropriate STEM fun! Wednesday, April 29th at 10AM at First Wave Families at 10900 Ocean Gateway in Berlin, MD (located on the campus of @coastalccberlin ) RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Division of Early Childhood @marylandece Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork @Maryland Family Network

SPRING SCIENCE FUN! We are thrilled to team up with @thesciencenerds The Science Nerds to offer Hungry Caterpillar themed Baby Scientists for children ages 2-4! FREE RSVP includes all the individual materials for your little one to join in the age appropriate STEM fun! Wednesday, April 29th at 10AM at First Wave Families at 10900 Ocean Gateway in Berlin, MD (located on the campus of @coastalccberlin ) RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Division of Early Childhood @marylandece Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork @Maryland Family Network

First Wave Families is excited to collaborate with Morgan Smith of MINDS Cooperative to support families considering a homeschooling journey, or homeschooling older children with little ones at home. If you've considered homeschooling, join us for an informational session on Beginning the Homeschooling Journey to learn about your options, responsibilities, rights, and opportunities!

🔗RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs 🌊💜
@mindscooperative

First Wave Families is excited to collaborate with Morgan Smith of MINDS Cooperative to support families considering a homeschooling journey, or homeschooling older children with little ones at home. If you've considered homeschooling, join us for an informational session on Beginning the Homeschooling Journey to learn about your options, responsibilities, rights, and opportunities!

🔗RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs 🌊💜
@mindscooperative

🌊💚 First Wave Families is thrilled to support the Worcester County Judy Center's Early Childhood Readiness Extravaganza with a Baby Sprinkle Booth offering free giveaways of diaper bags filled with goodies, a raffle for larger baby needs including stroller and pack & play, and tons of valuable information for parents! Optional RSVP helps us plan for materials, but drop-ins are welcome and expected! This amazing event offers bounce houses, a kids DJ, school bus tours, lunch, Kona Ice, a petting zoo, and music activities! Don't miss it on Saturday, April 25th from 11-1 at WTHS in Newark!
firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@msyfs_easternshore @marylandece @marylandfamilynetwork
Buckingham Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub Pocomoke Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub Snow Hill Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Maryland State Department of Education Division of Early Childhood Maryland Family Network

🌊💚 First Wave Families is thrilled to support the Worcester County Judy Center's Early Childhood Readiness Extravaganza with a Baby Sprinkle Booth offering free giveaways of diaper bags filled with goodies, a raffle for larger baby needs including stroller and pack & play, and tons of valuable information for parents! Optional RSVP helps us plan for materials, but drop-ins are welcome and expected! This amazing event offers bounce houses, a kids DJ, school bus tours, lunch, Kona Ice, a petting zoo, and music activities! Don't miss it on Saturday, April 25th from 11-1 at WTHS in Newark!
firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@msyfs_easternshore @marylandece @marylandfamilynetwork
Buckingham Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub Pocomoke Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub Snow Hill Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Maryland State Department of Education Division of Early Childhood Maryland Family Network

Snow Hill families! We hope to see you at our Playgroup for children ages 4 and under at the CBH building at 107 E. Market St in Snow Hill, Maryland on Friday, April 17th at 10AM!
RSVP for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs🌊💜
Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece Division of Early Childhood

Snow Hill families! We hope to see you at our Playgroup for children ages 4 and under at the CBH building at 107 E. Market St in Snow Hill, Maryland on Friday, April 17th at 10AM!
RSVP for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs🌊💜
Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece Division of Early Childhood

🌸🌷🐰 What a fun time was had at our 2026 Spring Fling with Worcester MomCo! Thanks to all of the wonderful families who came out to enjoy Easter activities!!! We look forward to seeing you at an April program at First Wave Families! 🌊💜RSVP online at firstwavefamilies.org/programs @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece

🌸🌷🐰 What a fun time was had at our 2026 Spring Fling with Worcester MomCo! Thanks to all of the wonderful families who came out to enjoy Easter activities!!! We look forward to seeing you at an April program at First Wave Families! 🌊💜RSVP online at firstwavefamilies.org/programs @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece

🌊💜📚 Introducing our new Meg-A Readers Book Club!

Join us each month for a relaxed, thought-provoking book discussion just for parents and caregivers. Books are provided at no cost, and each session wraps up with a creative, themed activity inspired by the reading. Free childcare is provided, so that you get a little time to think, connect, and create.

Our first selection is The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde. This classic sparks conversation about identity, values, and the stories we tell ourselves.

Led by our child development specialist Megan Smith, this group offers a welcoming space to engage your mind while connecting with other parents in the community.

RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece

🌊💜📚 Introducing our new Meg-A Readers Book Club!

Join us each month for a relaxed, thought-provoking book discussion just for parents and caregivers. Books are provided at no cost, and each session wraps up with a creative, themed activity inspired by the reading. Free childcare is provided, so that you get a little time to think, connect, and create.

Our first selection is The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde. This classic sparks conversation about identity, values, and the stories we tell ourselves.

Led by our child development specialist Megan Smith, this group offers a welcoming space to engage your mind while connecting with other parents in the community.

RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @msyfs_easternshore @marylandece

Fresh air burns energy and builds brains! 🌊💜🧠🌳

Join us for Tot Talk on Tuesday, April 14 as we explore how outdoor play supports early brain development in children ages 0–4. From boosting problem-solving skills to supporting emotional regulation and creativity, time outside is powerful for growing minds. Come connect with other parents and caregivers, share experiences, and leave with simple ideas you can use right away.

Open to all parents and caregivers of young children. FREE RSVP online at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Fresh air burns energy and builds brains! 🌊💜🧠🌳

Join us for Tot Talk on Tuesday, April 14 as we explore how outdoor play supports early brain development in children ages 0–4. From boosting problem-solving skills to supporting emotional regulation and creativity, time outside is powerful for growing minds. Come connect with other parents and caregivers, share experiences, and leave with simple ideas you can use right away.

Open to all parents and caregivers of young children. FREE RSVP online at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💚🐰🐣 We are accepting RSVPs for The MomCo Spring Fling & Egg Hunt until April 1 unless we reach capacity before then! Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs to bring your kids of all ages to this fun family event! 🌊💚🐣🐰
Worcester County MomCo @wocomomco

🌊💚🐰🐣 We are accepting RSVPs for The MomCo Spring Fling & Egg Hunt until April 1 unless we reach capacity before then! Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs to bring your kids of all ages to this fun family event! 🌊💚🐣🐰
Worcester County MomCo @wocomomco

🌊💜 New Program Alert! 🌊💜
By parent request, we offering Kids' Hair Care to help parents learn basic skills, tips, and tricks for home hair cuts and home hair styling for hair of all textures! Technique! Products! Come check it out Wednesday, April 1 from 9-11:30AM Julia Koermer of A New Me Hair and Day Spa will lead this program!
RSVP today at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜 New Program Alert! 🌊💜
By parent request, we offering Kids' Hair Care to help parents learn basic skills, tips, and tricks for home hair cuts and home hair styling for hair of all textures! Technique! Products! Come check it out Wednesday, April 1 from 9-11:30AM Julia Koermer of A New Me Hair and Day Spa will lead this program!
RSVP today at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌟Staff Spotlight: Brittani Brandon 🌟
We’re excited to shine a light on one of our incredible team members, Brittani Brandon!
Brittani earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Norfolk State University in 2012 and has dedicated her career to supporting individuals across the lifespan. She spent 9 years working in mental health skill-building with individuals ages 5-60, helping them develop tools for success and independence.
Her journey also includes 3 years teaching in an alternative school setting where she made a meaningful impact guiding and supporting children. For the past 3 years, Brittani has been a valued Service Coordinator with First Wave Families, continuing her mission to uplift and empower families in our community.
Brittani is deeply passionate about mental health advocacy and believes in equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills to invest in themselves and build fulfilling, successful lives.
🩵Thank you, Brittani, for your dedication, compassion, and the incredible difference you make every day!

🌟Staff Spotlight: Brittani Brandon 🌟
We’re excited to shine a light on one of our incredible team members, Brittani Brandon!
Brittani earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Norfolk State University in 2012 and has dedicated her career to supporting individuals across the lifespan. She spent 9 years working in mental health skill-building with individuals ages 5-60, helping them develop tools for success and independence.
Her journey also includes 3 years teaching in an alternative school setting where she made a meaningful impact guiding and supporting children. For the past 3 years, Brittani has been a valued Service Coordinator with First Wave Families, continuing her mission to uplift and empower families in our community.
Brittani is deeply passionate about mental health advocacy and believes in equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills to invest in themselves and build fulfilling, successful lives.
🩵Thank you, Brittani, for your dedication, compassion, and the incredible difference you make every day!

🌊💜First Wave Families was thrilled to share about our Maryland Patty Center at Buckingham Elementary School this week for March Math Madness night! This amazing event was a joint effort by Title I, Community Schools, and the Judy Center! Thanks for having us, Buckingham family! 🐻
@msyfs_easternshore @buckinghamespta @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece

🌊💜First Wave Families was thrilled to share about our Maryland Patty Center at Buckingham Elementary School this week for March Math Madness night! This amazing event was a joint effort by Title I, Community Schools, and the Judy Center! Thanks for having us, Buckingham family! 🐻
@msyfs_easternshore @buckinghamespta @marylandfamilynetwork @marylandece

Located in Berlin, First Wave Families is a Maryland Patty Center for Family Support offering FREE programs and services for families of children 4 and under and expectant parents. Visit our website at firstwavefamilies.org for more information and to RSVP! We operate in partnership with Maple Shade Youth and Family Services, the Maryland Family Network, and the Maryland Division of Early Childhood #MarylandPattyCenters #FamilySupport #EarlyLearning #ShoreGives365 #babies #pregnancy #firstwavefamilies @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork

Located in Berlin, First Wave Families is a Maryland Patty Center for Family Support offering FREE programs and services for families of children 4 and under and expectant parents. Visit our website at firstwavefamilies.org for more information and to RSVP! We operate in partnership with Maple Shade Youth and Family Services, the Maryland Family Network, and the Maryland Division of Early Childhood #MarylandPattyCenters #FamilySupport #EarlyLearning #ShoreGives365 #babies #pregnancy #firstwavefamilies @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork

Big feelings in little bodies? You’re not alone. 🌊💜🧡🩷
Join our Tot Talk session to connect with other parents and learn simple, effective ways to manage challenging behaviors in children ages 4 and under.
Register for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Big feelings in little bodies? You’re not alone. 🌊💜🧡🩷
Join our Tot Talk session to connect with other parents and learn simple, effective ways to manage challenging behaviors in children ages 4 and under.
Register for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Free programs for families of children birth-age four and expectant parents at First Wave Families in Berlin, MD the week of March 16-18, 2026! RSVP online at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊💜
Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Coastal Community Church Berlin Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork

Free programs for families of children birth-age four and expectant parents at First Wave Families in Berlin, MD the week of March 16-18, 2026! RSVP online at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊💜
Maryland Family Network Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Coastal Community Church Berlin Division of Early Childhood @marylandfamilynetwork

Thank you to all the awesome First Wave Families that joined us for our first Family Dinner & Movie Night! We roared with laughter and watched The Land Before Time! 🍿🦖🦕🌊💜 check out upcoming programs at firstwavefamilies.org/programs @msyfs_easternshore @coastalccberlin @marylandfamilynetwork

Thank you to all the awesome First Wave Families that joined us for our first Family Dinner & Movie Night! We roared with laughter and watched The Land Before Time! 🍿🦖🦕🌊💜 check out upcoming programs at firstwavefamilies.org/programs @msyfs_easternshore @coastalccberlin @marylandfamilynetwork

We've got exciting programs every day at First Wave Families in Berlin, MD! Our center serves expectant families and parents of children from birth through age 4. Check out what we have to offer and sign up for free programs at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊💜🍀
@coastalccberlin
@msyfs_easternshore
@marylandfamilynetwork

We've got exciting programs every day at First Wave Families in Berlin, MD! Our center serves expectant families and parents of children from birth through age 4. Check out what we have to offer and sign up for free programs at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊💜🍀
@coastalccberlin
@msyfs_easternshore
@marylandfamilynetwork

DROP IN sessions available for expectant parents and parents of children birth through age 4. This is YOUR TIME to work on your goals. Our staff are available to provide childcare and assist you with any concerns you may have. Need to work on an application, navigate paperwork, find resources, apply for a job, do work for an online class, log some remote work hours, or just read?? We are here for you. Supporting families can mean a variety of things! Let us know what you need.
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@msyfs_easternshore
@marylandfamilynetwork
@marylandscoast
@coastalccberlin

DROP IN sessions available for expectant parents and parents of children birth through age 4. This is YOUR TIME to work on your goals. Our staff are available to provide childcare and assist you with any concerns you may have. Need to work on an application, navigate paperwork, find resources, apply for a job, do work for an online class, log some remote work hours, or just read?? We are here for you. Supporting families can mean a variety of things! Let us know what you need.
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@msyfs_easternshore
@marylandfamilynetwork
@marylandscoast
@coastalccberlin

We will be discussing managing your TIME and ENERGY! This is so important for parents and caregivers! Join @lanamctavishcoaching Lana DiFebo McTavish for Live Your Best Life with Lana! Lana is a certified life coach and certified health coach. Childcare is provided, and as always, all our programs are free for parents of children birth through age 4 and expectant parents. Check it out and RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

@msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork

We will be discussing managing your TIME and ENERGY! This is so important for parents and caregivers! Join @lanamctavishcoaching Lana DiFebo McTavish for Live Your Best Life with Lana! Lana is a certified life coach and certified health coach. Childcare is provided, and as always, all our programs are free for parents of children birth through age 4 and expectant parents. Check it out and RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

@msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork

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10900 Ocean Gateway Berlin, MD 21811

located inside Coastal Community Church

info@firstwavefamilies.org

1 (443) 577-0810

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