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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

NEXT COFFEE CLUB is TUESDAY, March 3! Sign up now at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊💜☕
@msyfs_easternshore
@marylandfamilynetwork
@coastalccberlin

NEXT COFFEE CLUB is TUESDAY, March 3! Sign up now at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊💜☕
@msyfs_easternshore
@marylandfamilynetwork
@coastalccberlin

Upcoming programs at First Wave Families in Berlin, MD for the week of March 2-5, 2026! RSVP for FREE at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork @coastalccberlin

Upcoming programs at First Wave Families in Berlin, MD for the week of March 2-5, 2026! RSVP for FREE at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork @coastalccberlin

💜🌊🎲New Program Alert! You asked, we answered! Join us for a Game Day with the Grown Ups! Childcare provided, RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

💜🌊🎲New Program Alert! You asked, we answered! Join us for a Game Day with the Grown Ups! Childcare provided, RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

We will be open on Wednesday, February 25! Please RSVP to join us for Coffee Club! Link here: firstwavefamilies.org/programs 🌊💜☕

We will be open on Wednesday, February 25! Please RSVP to join us for Coffee Club! Link here: firstwavefamilies.org/programs 🌊💜☕

We will be closed on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 due to snow. Stay safe and warm! 🌊💜☃

We will be closed on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 due to snow. Stay safe and warm! 🌊💜☃

Please be advised that First Wave Families is closed on Monday, February 23, 2026 due to winter weather. Stay safe and warm! 🌊☃

Please be advised that First Wave Families is closed on Monday, February 23, 2026 due to winter weather. Stay safe and warm! 🌊☃

Coffee Club with Brittani meets regularly at First Wave Families on the campus of Coastal CC in Berlin! Expectant parents and parents of children birth through age 4 can join us for social time, conversation on parenting topics, and the "village" that your young family needs! RSVP for FREE at firstwavefamilies.org/programs Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork @msyfs_easternshore

Coffee Club with Brittani meets regularly at First Wave Families on the campus of Coastal CC in Berlin! Expectant parents and parents of children birth through age 4 can join us for social time, conversation on parenting topics, and the "village" that your young family needs! RSVP for FREE at firstwavefamilies.org/programs Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Maryland Family Network @marylandfamilynetwork @msyfs_easternshore

FREE Family Dinner & a Movie Night for families with children birth through age 4 in Berlin, Maryland! Join us on Friday, February 27th and RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs! 🌊💜 @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork

FREE Family Dinner & a Movie Night for families with children birth through age 4 in Berlin, Maryland! Join us on Friday, February 27th and RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs! 🌊💜 @msyfs_easternshore @marylandfamilynetwork

☕🌊💜 Coffee Club is a great opportunity for parents to socialize, relax, and bond over parenting experiences! Join Brittani on Wednesday, February 25 from 9-11:30 am! ☕🌊💜
RSVP for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

☕🌊💜 Coffee Club is a great opportunity for parents to socialize, relax, and bond over parenting experiences! Join Brittani on Wednesday, February 25 from 9-11:30 am! ☕🌊💜
RSVP for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Read & Play at First Wave Families in Berlin, MD on Monday, February 16 at 10AM. RSVP for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Maryland Family Network

Read & Play at First Wave Families in Berlin, MD on Monday, February 16 at 10AM. RSVP for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
Maryland Family Network

Join @lanamctavishcoaching at First Wave Families on Thursday, February 19 to focus on emotions and connection. It's time to Live Your Best Life with support from certified life coach Lana McTavish. This is offered free to parents of children 0-4 and expectant parents. Childcare provided!
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Join @lanamctavishcoaching at First Wave Families on Thursday, February 19 to focus on emotions and connection. It's time to Live Your Best Life with support from certified life coach Lana McTavish. This is offered free to parents of children 0-4 and expectant parents. Childcare provided!
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Read & Play with us in Berlin, Maryland! 💜🌊📖
Sign up for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs for a fun-filled morning of early literacy activities! Storytime, craft, snacks, and take home a free book! We are located on the campus of Coastal Community Church at 10900 Ocean Gateway!

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

Read & Play with us in Berlin, Maryland! 💜🌊📖
Sign up for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs for a fun-filled morning of early literacy activities! Storytime, craft, snacks, and take home a free book! We are located on the campus of Coastal Community Church at 10900 Ocean Gateway!

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

Coffee Club is a great way for parents to gather to socialize, relax, and share about their parenting journey. This isn't a structured class, its a social opportunity with extra support. Join us Wednesday, February 11. Free childcare, coffee, snacks, and community! Parents have plenty of time to decompress and work on individual pursuits throughout the morning.
Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs 💜🌊
@msyfs_easternshore
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @coastalccberlin

Coffee Club is a great way for parents to gather to socialize, relax, and share about their parenting journey. This isn't a structured class, its a social opportunity with extra support. Join us Wednesday, February 11. Free childcare, coffee, snacks, and community! Parents have plenty of time to decompress and work on individual pursuits throughout the morning.
Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs 💜🌊
@msyfs_easternshore
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network @coastalccberlin

It's our first Family Dinner & Movie Night! 🦕🦖💚🌊
All families with children ages 0-4 are welcome to join us on Friday, February 27 at 5PM for a free dino-themed dinner and a children's classic, The Land Before Time (1988)!
Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

It's our first Family Dinner & Movie Night! 🦕🦖💚🌊
All families with children ages 0-4 are welcome to join us on Friday, February 27 at 5PM for a free dino-themed dinner and a children's classic, The Land Before Time (1988)!
Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Sign up now for Monday, February 9 and/or Monday, February 23.

First Wave Families is delighted to offer parents the opportunity for FREE individual discussion sessions with Maple Shade therapist Megan King, LMSW

Parent/caregivers sign up for 1-2 individual slots per month. They are then welcome to use the remainder of the morning and the other Mental Health Matters dates that month for individual work just as they would our Drop In Days program.

Visit firstwavefamilies.org/book-online to reserve your time. 💜🌊

Sign up now for Monday, February 9 and/or Monday, February 23.

First Wave Families is delighted to offer parents the opportunity for FREE individual discussion sessions with Maple Shade therapist Megan King, LMSW

Parent/caregivers sign up for 1-2 individual slots per month. They are then welcome to use the remainder of the morning and the other Mental Health Matters dates that month for individual work just as they would our Drop In Days program.

Visit firstwavefamilies.org/book-online to reserve your time. 💜🌊

First Wave Families is looking for part-time staff & volunteers to work in our child development classrooms!

Mondays - Thursdays from 830am-1230pm

Early Childhood Education & Experience Preferred
Background Check Required (paid for by First Wave Families)

Call or Email for More Info! info@firstwavefamilies.org 443.577.0810

First Wave Families is looking for part-time staff & volunteers to work in our child development classrooms!

Mondays - Thursdays from 830am-1230pm

Early Childhood Education & Experience Preferred
Background Check Required (paid for by First Wave Families)

Call or Email for More Info! info@firstwavefamilies.org 443.577.0810

First Wave Families will be closed on Monday, January 26! Stay safe and warm and check back here for re-opening information for programs later this week!

First Wave Families will be closed on Monday, January 26! Stay safe and warm and check back here for re-opening information for programs later this week!

FREE TAKE HOME MEAL! What an opportunity! Free childcare while you prep a free healthy meal to bring home and cook for your family at your convenience? Win Win!
🌊🥕🍛🍞
RSVP, space is limited! firstwavefamilies.org/programs

FREE TAKE HOME MEAL! What an opportunity! Free childcare while you prep a free healthy meal to bring home and cook for your family at your convenience? Win Win!
🌊🥕🍛🍞
RSVP, space is limited! firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Who couldn't use free certified life coaching and free certified health coaching? We are thrilled to continue offering opportunities for parents of children 4 and under and expectant parents to meet with Lana McTavish to work on living their BEST life! Join us on Thursday, January 15th at 9AM at 10900 Ocean Gateway at our center on the Coastal CC campus. 🌊💜
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Who couldn't use free certified life coaching and free certified health coaching? We are thrilled to continue offering opportunities for parents of children 4 and under and expectant parents to meet with Lana McTavish to work on living their BEST life! Join us on Thursday, January 15th at 9AM at 10900 Ocean Gateway at our center on the Coastal CC campus. 🌊💜
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜Free private, individual sessions with Megan King, LMSW on Monday, January 12 and Thursday, January 29 for parents of children 4 and under! Childcare provided! Schedule your session any time in the morning and use the rest of the time to work on personal goals at the center while your children are in the classrooms with First Wave Families staff! Sign up at https://www.firstwavefamilies.org/booking-calendar/mental-health-matters-1-1?referral=service_list_widget

🌊💜Free private, individual sessions with Megan King, LMSW on Monday, January 12 and Thursday, January 29 for parents of children 4 and under! Childcare provided! Schedule your session any time in the morning and use the rest of the time to work on personal goals at the center while your children are in the classrooms with First Wave Families staff! Sign up at https://www.firstwavefamilies.org/booking-calendar/mental-health-matters-1-1?referral=service_list_widget

We are partnering with the Iota Chi Zeta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta to offer a Safe Sleep presentation and crib and car seat giveaway on Friday, January 16th at 10:30AM at our center on the campus of Coastal Community Church! RSVP on firstwavefamilies.org/programs 🌊💛

We are partnering with the Iota Chi Zeta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta to offer a Safe Sleep presentation and crib and car seat giveaway on Friday, January 16th at 10:30AM at our center on the campus of Coastal Community Church! RSVP on firstwavefamilies.org/programs 🌊💛

🌊💜❄January 13! Winter Read & Play at First Wave Families! Join us for books, crafts, and snacks! Take home a free book! Great opportunity for one on one time with your preschooler or toddler while the baby is in our infant classroom! FREE RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜❄January 13! Winter Read & Play at First Wave Families! Join us for books, crafts, and snacks! Take home a free book! Great opportunity for one on one time with your preschooler or toddler while the baby is in our infant classroom! FREE RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Exit the holiday chaos with child friendly ROUTINES and STRUCTURE for the new year! Make a resolution to set your baby, toddler, or preschooler up for positive mood, optimal development, and healthy growth by discussing establishing stronger routines for feeding, hygiene, and sleep!
RSVP for the playgroup at firstwavefamilies.org/programs 🌊💜

Exit the holiday chaos with child friendly ROUTINES and STRUCTURE for the new year! Make a resolution to set your baby, toddler, or preschooler up for positive mood, optimal development, and healthy growth by discussing establishing stronger routines for feeding, hygiene, and sleep!
RSVP for the playgroup at firstwavefamilies.org/programs 🌊💜

Socialize and support! Join other parents of children 4 and under and expectant parents for Coffee Club on January 5th at First Wave Families, on the campus of Coastal CC at 10900 Ocean Gateway in Berlin, MD!🌊🌊🌊
RSVP for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Socialize and support! Join other parents of children 4 and under and expectant parents for Coffee Club on January 5th at First Wave Families, on the campus of Coastal CC at 10900 Ocean Gateway in Berlin, MD!🌊🌊🌊
RSVP for free at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

We are closed for the holidays! RSVP now for January programs at First Wave Families. Visit firstwavefamilies.org/programs Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

We are closed for the holidays! RSVP now for January programs at First Wave Families. Visit firstwavefamilies.org/programs Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

For parents of children 4 and under and expectant families! Join us for social time, doing holiday crafts and decorating cookies! Childcare provided.
🌊🎅🏼🎄
FREE RSVP firstwavefamilies.org/programs

For parents of children 4 and under and expectant families! Join us for social time, doing holiday crafts and decorating cookies! Childcare provided.
🌊🎅🏼🎄
FREE RSVP firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜🩷💚
Read & Play with First Wave Families! Fun and engaging literacy activities and playtime for children birth - 4 and their caregivers! Take home a free book and crafts! Snacks provided!
Families with multiple siblings may wish to use this opportunity to be one-on-one with their toddler or preschooler while the younger sibling is cared for in our infant classroom.
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

🌊💜🩷💚
Read & Play with First Wave Families! Fun and engaging literacy activities and playtime for children birth - 4 and their caregivers! Take home a free book and crafts! Snacks provided!
Families with multiple siblings may wish to use this opportunity to be one-on-one with their toddler or preschooler while the younger sibling is cared for in our infant classroom.
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Opening available for this Thursday! Free consultation with Maple Shade therapist Megan King, LMSW and 3 hours of childcare time for personal development!
Because Mental Health Matters! Our programs are available to families with children ages 4 and younger and expectant parents.
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Opening available for this Thursday! Free consultation with Maple Shade therapist Megan King, LMSW and 3 hours of childcare time for personal development!
Because Mental Health Matters! Our programs are available to families with children ages 4 and younger and expectant parents.
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Sign up now for Tot Talk! 🌊🧡🩷💙You'll have the opportunity to speak with the Worcester County Infants and Toddlers Program and learn what amazing resources they offer! Free childcare, as always! RSVP on on our website at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Sign up now for Tot Talk! 🌊🧡🩷💙You'll have the opportunity to speak with the Worcester County Infants and Toddlers Program and learn what amazing resources they offer! Free childcare, as always! RSVP on on our website at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Coffee Club is an informal morning with a mix of social time, discussion, and time for independent interests and pursuits (like Drop In Days). Join Brittani this week from 9-11:30 AM! RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs🌊💙💜🧡

Coffee Club is an informal morning with a mix of social time, discussion, and time for independent interests and pursuits (like Drop In Days). Join Brittani this week from 9-11:30 AM! RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs🌊💙💜🧡

Social meal prepping (with free childcare onsite)?! Yes, please!
Parents of children 4 and under are invited to join us for cooking and meal prep session, and leave with a FREE healthy dinner for your family, ready to heat and serve! Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs and join us on Tuesday December 9th at 10900 Ocean Gateway in Berlin, MD!
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Maryland Family Network

Social meal prepping (with free childcare onsite)?! Yes, please!
Parents of children 4 and under are invited to join us for cooking and meal prep session, and leave with a FREE healthy dinner for your family, ready to heat and serve! Sign up at firstwavefamilies.org/programs and join us on Tuesday December 9th at 10900 Ocean Gateway in Berlin, MD!
Maple Shade Youth & Family Services Maryland Family Network

Wow! We had another fantastic Baby Scientists program led by @thesciencenerds at First Wave Families this week! Sign up for our programs at firstwavefamilies.org! 🌊🧡🩷🩵

Wow! We had another fantastic Baby Scientists program led by @thesciencenerds at First Wave Families this week! Sign up for our programs at firstwavefamilies.org! 🌊🧡🩷🩵

Now offering free discussion sessions with therapist Megan King, LMSW for parents of children birth through age 4 and expectant parents. These can be individual sessions or both parents present. Free childcare is provided, and participants are able to use the rest of the morning for personal development time while at the center, just like our Drop In Days.
Sign up for December 4, December 8, or December 18 (you are encouraged to sign up for multiple sessions for continuity!)
firstwavefamilies.org/book-online
@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork Judy Center of Worcester County Worcester County Public Schools MD

Now offering free discussion sessions with therapist Megan King, LMSW for parents of children birth through age 4 and expectant parents. These can be individual sessions or both parents present. Free childcare is provided, and participants are able to use the rest of the morning for personal development time while at the center, just like our Drop In Days.
Sign up for December 4, December 8, or December 18 (you are encouraged to sign up for multiple sessions for continuity!)
firstwavefamilies.org/book-online
@msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork Judy Center of Worcester County Worcester County Public Schools MD

Every day, First Wave Families walks beside parents during some of the most meaningful (and sometimes challenging) moments of early childhood.

Your Giving Tuesday support ensures that:
✔ New parents don’t have to navigate alone
✔ Children enter preschool ready to learn
✔ Families can access available community resources
✔ Wraparound support is available to expectant families and families of children birth through 4 years old

Together, we strengthen the first wave of a child’s life.
Give today: ShoreGives365.org/organization/FirstWaveFamilies
#GivingTuesday #FamilySupport #EarlyLearning #MarylandPattyCenters #ShoreGives365 #communityfoundationeasternshore @communityfoundationes @marylandfamilynetwork @msyfs_easternshore @Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore Maryland Family Network @maMaple Shade Youth & Family Services

Every day, First Wave Families walks beside parents during some of the most meaningful (and sometimes challenging) moments of early childhood.

Your Giving Tuesday support ensures that:
✔ New parents don’t have to navigate alone
✔ Children enter preschool ready to learn
✔ Families can access available community resources
✔ Wraparound support is available to expectant families and families of children birth through 4 years old

Together, we strengthen the first wave of a child’s life.
Give today: ShoreGives365.org/organization/FirstWaveFamilies
#GivingTuesday #FamilySupport #EarlyLearning #MarylandPattyCenters #ShoreGives365 #communityfoundationeasternshore @communityfoundationes @marylandfamilynetwork @msyfs_easternshore @Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore Maryland Family Network @maMaple Shade Youth & Family Services

We are so grateful to be a part of your family's journey! See you in December!
🌊🩷🧡💜 firstwavefamilies.org/programs

We are so grateful to be a part of your family's journey! See you in December!
🌊🩷🧡💜 firstwavefamilies.org/programs

New starting in December! Through partnership with Maple Shade Youth and Family Services, First Wave Families is able to offer individual discussion sessions with therapist Megan King, LMSW at our center, free of charge to parents of children ages 0-4. Parent/caregivers who sign up for 1-2 individual 40 minute slots per month are able to take advantage of childcare for the entire morning of the Mental Health Matters program, and subject to availability in the infant and preschool rooms, can use any Mental Health Matters date for the rest of the month in the same way as our Drop In Days program.
🌊💜Sign up for your individual time here: firstwavefamilies.org/book-online
🌊💜Then RSVP for childcare on other dates you plan to bring your child to the center and work on personal goals here: firstwavefamilies.org/programs

#firstwavefamilies #mentalhealthmatters #parenting #pattycenter #parentingwin #babies #pregnancy

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

New starting in December! Through partnership with Maple Shade Youth and Family Services, First Wave Families is able to offer individual discussion sessions with therapist Megan King, LMSW at our center, free of charge to parents of children ages 0-4. Parent/caregivers who sign up for 1-2 individual 40 minute slots per month are able to take advantage of childcare for the entire morning of the Mental Health Matters program, and subject to availability in the infant and preschool rooms, can use any Mental Health Matters date for the rest of the month in the same way as our Drop In Days program.
🌊💜Sign up for your individual time here: firstwavefamilies.org/book-online
🌊💜Then RSVP for childcare on other dates you plan to bring your child to the center and work on personal goals here: firstwavefamilies.org/programs

#firstwavefamilies #mentalhealthmatters #parenting #pattycenter #parentingwin #babies #pregnancy

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

It's the Holiday Edition of Live Your Best Life with Lana McTavish!
🩷Guidance for caregivers to protect time, energy, and health during chaotic seasons.
💚Learn simple phrases for boundary-setting with family.
💙 Activity: Create a “holiday survival plan” with 3 personal non-negotiables.

For parents and caregivers of children ages 0-4. Free, with childcare included!
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@lanamctavishcoaching Lana DiFebo McTavish

It's the Holiday Edition of Live Your Best Life with Lana McTavish!
🩷Guidance for caregivers to protect time, energy, and health during chaotic seasons.
💚Learn simple phrases for boundary-setting with family.
💙 Activity: Create a “holiday survival plan” with 3 personal non-negotiables.

For parents and caregivers of children ages 0-4. Free, with childcare included!
RSVP at firstwavefamilies.org/programs
@lanamctavishcoaching Lana DiFebo McTavish

Don't forget Thanksgiving Read & Play on Tuesday!
firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Don't forget Thanksgiving Read & Play on Tuesday!
firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Informal, relaxed, conversational time for parents/caregivers to connect and decompress.
☕🌊🧡💜
Learn more at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Informal, relaxed, conversational time for parents/caregivers to connect and decompress.
☕🌊🧡💜
Learn more at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Join us for a relaxing, creative morning focused on GRATITUDE! Megan King will be available to meet individually as well as facilitate group discussion. These mornings are a mix of group collaboration and independent exploration. Come check it out!
RSVP for free firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊🧡💜🍁

Join us for a relaxing, creative morning focused on GRATITUDE! Megan King will be available to meet individually as well as facilitate group discussion. These mornings are a mix of group collaboration and independent exploration. Come check it out!
RSVP for free firstwavefamilies.org/programs
🌊🧡💜🍁

Two more opportunities this month to Create, Chat, & Chill at First Wave Families. This is an opportunity for your little one to play and socialize with our childcare specilaists while you relax, enjoy some creative time independently or with other parents, and take advantage of an opportunity for both group and private chats with our licensed therapist from Maple Shade! @msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network
Sign up for FREE at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Two more opportunities this month to Create, Chat, & Chill at First Wave Families. This is an opportunity for your little one to play and socialize with our childcare specilaists while you relax, enjoy some creative time independently or with other parents, and take advantage of an opportunity for both group and private chats with our licensed therapist from Maple Shade! @msyfs_easternshore Maple Shade Youth & Family Services @marylandfamilynetwork Maryland Family Network
Sign up for FREE at firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Don't forget to RSVP on our website before Friday at noon! This session takes place Monday, November 17th at our center in Berlin, MD on the campus of @coastalccberlin and is invaluable for learning about healthy child development so you can help your little one grow and learn! Join us! 🌊💜firstwavefamilies.org/programs

Don't forget to RSVP on our website before Friday at noon! This session takes place Monday, November 17th at our center in Berlin, MD on the campus of @coastalccberlin and is invaluable for learning about healthy child development so you can help your little one grow and learn! Join us! 🌊💜firstwavefamilies.org/programs

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