Nemcsa Early Head Start Cheboygan County

09/02/2025

08/28/2025

In addition to being fun, listening to music and singing with your little ones has many benefits. It is a great way to introduce children to new words and sound patterns. When children are actively engaged with music – clapping, bouncing, and dancing – they develop motor skills and body coordination.

08/25/2025

Are you sometimes just not sure how to head off biting, hitting or tantrums? This workshop will help you decode what is going on with your toddler so you can have understanding and strategies for dealing with typical but difficult toddler behaviors.
Tuesday, August 26 from 8-9:3:0pm. Certificates and MIRegistry credit are available. Registration is required: https://bit.ly/ExtrasSummer2025
Please contact Courtney Aldrich, aldric82@msu.edu, with questions.

08/25/2025

Figuring out the right diaper size for Baby can feel a lot like finding the perfect pair of jeans, except the stakes involve waddling, rashes, and the occasional explosive surprise!

➡️ Signs Baby’s diaper is too small include skin irritation, tabs that are too far apart, more blowouts, and restricted motor movements.

If it seems Baby is ready to size up, start with a small package of diapers in the next size before committing to a bigger box.

Comment "BABY DIAPER" for the full therapist-approved article on finding the correct diaper size for Baby!

08/20/2025

In this video, we discuss how to know if products are safe for babies to sleep in. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/safesleep

08/20/2025

Enjoy creating your own rain stick and experimenting with different materials and techniques to achieve unique sounds. It’s a science, art, and music activity all in one! Move the rain stick from side to side and listen to the sound it makes. Shake it like a maraca!

08/19/2025

Cutting playdough snakes - this is a great activity for kids who are just starting to learn how to use scissors.

08/16/2025

Staying Calm When You're Triggered

Your child’s behavior can sometimes hit a nerve—but your reaction is where your power lies. The first step is awareness: pause and notice what you're feeling before you respond. Take a breath, unclench your jaw, and soften your shoulders. This short moment can shift you from reaction to intention.

Remind yourself: your child isn’t giving you a hard time—they’re having a hard time. Ground yourself by saying a calming mantra like, “I can stay steady,” or step away for a moment if it’s safe to do so. When you regulate yourself first, you model what calm looks like, and your child learns that big feelings can be handled without shame or fear.



Sarah Ockwell-Smith