Month: July 2023

Why Co-op Preschool Could be a Great Next Step in Your Parenting Journey

When deciding between childcare options, there are so many things to consider. Co-op can be a natural “next step” after Newborn or Baby Peppers groups. Co-op preschools are a great way to continue learning and practicing parenting strategies in a safe and accepting environment. PEPS families already understand that there’s value in raising children “in a village,” and co-ops are a great way to continue that practice. Read more about the benefits of co-op preschools.

Best Practices for Employing a Nanny 

If you choose to hire a nanny to provide childcare in your home, it may feel strange to think of yourself as an employer and your home as a workplace. When you hire a nanny, you are subject to legal requirements and other responsibilities as a domestic employer. Hand in Hand Domestic Employers Network shares best practices around legal requirements, benefits, and more for families employing a nanny.

Raising kids in an increasingly digital world  

Sometimes parenting recommendations from experts feel nearly impossible to implement in daily life. Screen-time is one of those challenges for many parents. PEPS Sponsor Kidovo offers a personalized, interactive app that helps children engage with tech in a healthy and educational way. 

Sarah Simmons of Methow Valley Midwifery holding a stethoscope to a newborn baby’s chest.

Cultivating Connections in the Methow Valley 

Becoming a parent can be an isolating experience no matter where you live. But how does living in a rural area impact the experience of new parents? As a PEPS Network Partner, midwives at Methow Valley Midwifery are bringing parent support to new moms in the Methow Valley.