Milieu Children's Center

Milieu Children's Center Providing a holistic approach to pediatric habilitation and development.

Our clinicians are well versed in cognitive, social-emotional, gross motor, fine motor, play, speech and language development of children birth to 10 years of age.

Our TEP friends are getting ready for their Thanksgiving celebrations! 🦃✨ Last week, they explored the joy of cooking by...
11/12/2025

Our TEP friends are getting ready for their Thanksgiving celebrations! 🦃✨ Last week, they explored the joy of cooking by trying out some classic Thanksgiving recipes—cranberry sauce, mac n’ cheese, mashed potatoes, and even homemade apple pie! 🥧💛

We also explored the theme of family, where our friends practiced counting their family members and learned math concepts like less, equal, and more. By connecting these ideas to Thanksgiving, we celebrated what we’re most thankful for—our families and the special people who make us feel loved and supported. ❤️

Hands-on experiences like these help children learn, explore, and connect in meaningful ways. At Milieu Children’s Center, we cherish the spirit of gathering—sharing laughter, creativity, and friendship in every moment.

We can’t wait to celebrate Thanksgiving together! 🍂🧡

📅 Friendly reminders for our Milieu families! Here are some important dates to mark on your calendars this November. 🍂As...
11/07/2025

📅 Friendly reminders for our Milieu families! Here are some important dates to mark on your calendars this November. 🍂

As we get ready for the Thanksgiving season, we want to wish all our families a wonderful and joy-filled holiday! 🧡 We’re so thankful for our amazing Milieu community. 🦃✨

✨ Play is learning in motion.✨Through play, children are not “just having fun” — they are exploring, experimenting, and ...
11/04/2025

✨ Play is learning in motion.✨

Through play, children are not “just having fun” — they are exploring, experimenting, and making sense of the world around them. Whether they’re building towers, pretending to be superheroes, or creating a masterpiece with paint, every playful moment is filled with discovery and connection.

At Milieu, we see play as the foundation of all learning — it’s how children practice thinking, communicating, and problem-solving in the most natural and meaningful way. 💛

We’re Hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)! ✨Milieu Children’s Center is looking for a compassionate and creat...
10/30/2025

We’re Hiring a Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)! ✨

Milieu Children’s Center is looking for a compassionate and creative Speech-Language Pathologist to join our relationship-based, play-focused team. 💬💛

At Milieu, we believe that children learn best through connection, curiosity, and joy. Our clinicians follow a child-led approach, helping each child find their voice through meaningful play and trusting relationships.

If you’re a heart-centered SLP who values collaboration, connection, and growth — we’d love to meet you!

📩 Apply at services@milieuchild.com
📞 (305) 763-8132

🎃🖌️ Our little play pals got extra creative during tinker time with Ms. Vanessa! They decorated their very own trick-or-...
10/29/2025

🎃🖌️ Our little play pals got extra creative during tinker time with Ms. Vanessa! They decorated their very own trick-or-treat bags — the perfect blend of fun, imagination, and sensory play.

This simple hands-on activity isn’t just adorable — it’s also a wonderful way to help children anticipate upcoming events like trick-or-treating. When kids decorate their own bags, they’re engaging in fine motor skills, color exploration, and sensory experiences through paint, textures, and creativity.

Parents, you can easily recreate this at home! 🎨 All you need are some blank bags, paint, stickers, or markers — and let your little one lead the way. It’s a joyful, meaningful way to include them in the Halloween excitement and make the experience uniquely theirs! 👻✨

✨ In a world that moves so fast, it’s easy to feel like we have to keep our children constantly busy — with lessons, pro...
10/27/2025

✨ In a world that moves so fast, it’s easy to feel like we have to keep our children constantly busy — with lessons, programs, and endless activities. But here’s the truth: children don’t grow best in hurry; they grow best in connection. 🌿

When we slow down — even for a few mindful moments each day — we create space for what really matters: eye contact, laughter, curiosity, and being truly present. These are the moments that build trust, confidence, and emotional security.

Because when children feel seen, safe, and deeply connected, their development naturally flourishes. 💛
It’s not about doing more — it’s about being with them more.

🎃 This week our TEP friends dove into all things pumpkins! From painting and exploring pumpkin colors and textures to en...
10/24/2025

🎃 This week our TEP friends dove into all things pumpkins! From painting and exploring pumpkin colors and textures to ending the week by making their very own pumpkin pie, our little learners were fully immersed in the fall spirit. 🧡

During our pumpkin pie activity, the children measured, mixed, and stirred all the ingredients — practicing important skills across multiple developmental areas:
✨ Math: measuring ingredients, counting scoops, and following steps
🗣️ Language: learning new vocabulary and sequencing steps of the recipe
🧠 Executive functioning: planning, following directions, and waiting their turn
🥄 Feeding and sensory exploration: engaging with new textures, smells, and flavors

At Milieu Children’s Center, we believe that hands-on experiences like these make learning meaningful and memorable. The joy on their faces when they got to taste the pie they made said it all! 🥧💛

🌿 Join Our Team at Milieu Children’s Center! 🌿We’re looking for a Teacher Assistant who is passionate about early childh...
10/22/2025

🌿 Join Our Team at Milieu Children’s Center! 🌿

We’re looking for a Teacher Assistant who is passionate about early childhood education and believes in the power of connection, curiosity, and compassion. 💛

At Milieu, we’re a relationship-based, play-focused center where children are encouraged to explore, create, and grow through meaningful interactions. We value educators who see beyond routines — who nurture emotional growth, model empathy, and bring warmth into every moment of learning.

If you’re a creative, flexible, and heart-centered educator ready to make a difference, we’d love to meet you!

📩 Apply at services@milieuchild.com
📞 (305) 763-8132

✨ AAC gives children a voice — and every child deserves to be heard. ✨AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) i...
10/22/2025

✨ AAC gives children a voice — and every child deserves to be heard. ✨

AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) isn’t a “last resort.” It’s a powerful tool that helps children express themselves, connect with others, and build confidence.

When we introduce AAC early, we’re not taking away the opportunity for verbal speech — we’re creating more opportunities for communication. For many children, AAC becomes a stepping stone toward spoken language. For others, it becomes their lifelong voice — and both are equally meaningful.

At Milieu, we believe communication is a human right. Every child deserves access to connection, no matter how their voice sounds. 💛

✨ Growth doesn’t always move in a straight line — and that’s okay. Every child’s journey is full of twists, pauses, and ...
10/21/2025

✨ Growth doesn’t always move in a straight line — and that’s okay. Every child’s journey is full of twists, pauses, and beautiful moments of discovery. 🌿

When we remember that development is a dance — between the heart, the hands, and the mind — we give children the space to grow at their own rhythm. 💛

At Milieu Children’s Center, we celebrate progress in all its forms — because every step, big or small, is part of the dance of learning and becoming.

✨ Celebrating Culture, Color, and Connection! ✨Our Milieu friends had a beautiful day filled with music, color, and joy ...
10/17/2025

✨ Celebrating Culture, Color, and Connection! ✨

Our Milieu friends had a beautiful day filled with music, color, and joy as we celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month! The sounds of Latin America filled our classrooms — from lively rhythms to bright decorations — honoring the many countries that make up our Milieu family, including Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Colombia, Peru, and so many more. ❤️💛💙

The children had the best time making and breaking piñatas, coloring flags, and wearing vibrant outfits that represented their families’ roots. 🌎🎨🎶

At Milieu, we believe that celebrating culture is more than just a fun event — it’s an essential part of helping children build a strong sense of identity, belonging, and pride. When children connect with their roots, they gain confidence, deepen relationships, and strengthen their language development through meaningful experiences tied to their culture and home language. 🌿💬

We celebrate bilingualism, we celebrate diversity, and we celebrate the beautiful blend of cultures that make our Milieu community so special. 💕

🌿 Co-Regulation vs. Self-Regulation 🌿Before children can learn to self-regulate, they must first experience co-regulatio...
10/13/2025

🌿 Co-Regulation vs. Self-Regulation 🌿

Before children can learn to self-regulate, they must first experience co-regulation — feeling calm, seen, and supported through the presence of a regulated adult. 💛

When a child is overwhelmed, their brain is not ready to access problem-solving or calming strategies on its own. This is where our calm becomes their calm.
A caregiver’s ability to stay grounded and connected helps the child return to a state of safety and regulation — and over time, these experiences teach them how to self-regulate independently.

✨ Regulation begins with us.
We can’t help a dysregulated child from a dysregulated state — so the first step is always our own calm.

Here are a few simple ways to co-regulate:
💛 Offer a calm, steady voice and gentle tone.
🤲 Provide deep pressure hugs or firm touch (if your child seeks it).
🌬️ Model deep breathing together.
🎶 Use rhythmic movement or gentle rocking.
🧘‍♀️ Create a cozy, quiet space for sensory comfort.

Every child’s sensory needs and profile are unique — what calms one child might overwhelm another. Understanding these differences allows us to meet our children where they are and support them in ways that truly help.

✨ When we co-regulate, we give our children the tools to one day regulate on their own.

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5701 Sunset Drive, Suite 282
South Miami, FL
33143

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+13057638132

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