Muskingum County Help Me Grow

Muskingum County Help Me Grow Muskingum County Help Me Grow provides support and education to parents of children under age three. We are an affiliate of Healthy Families America®

Come read with me on Thursday January 1 at 3:30pm. Forever I Love You ForeverWritten and Illustrated by: Emma Dodd
12/30/2025

Come read with me on Thursday January 1 at 3:30pm.
Forever I Love You Forever
Written and Illustrated by: Emma Dodd

Wishing you peace, joy, and all the warmth this season brings. May your day be filled with love, laughter, and moments t...
12/25/2025

Wishing you peace, joy, and all the warmth this season brings. May your day be filled with love, laughter, and moments that make your heart full. Merry Christmas.

12/24/2025

The Night Before Christmas
Written by: Clement C. Moore
Illustrated by: Charles Santore

Come read with me on Wednesday , December 24 at 3:30pm. The Night Before Christmas Written by: Clement C. MooreIllustrat...
12/22/2025

Come read with me on Wednesday , December 24 at 3:30pm.
The Night Before Christmas
Written by: Clement C. Moore
Illustrated by: Charles Santore

12/22/2025

From “is this just diarrhea?” to “these contractions are five minutes apart,” your body sends lots of hints that baby day is close—know the signs and when to call your provider.​

12/22/2025

Scoot, scoot! Crawling backward is common for Baby! Read the therapist-approved article on why it happens and how to encourage forward crawling: https://pathways.org/why-is-my-baby-crawling-backwards?utm_source=facebook_automation&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=general&utm_content=article


Backward crawling often happens first because Baby's arm strength develops before their leg muscles and coordination skills.

➡️ Try simple activities like Tummy Time, toy motivation, and rocking on hands and knees to encourage forward crawling.

If Baby isn't regularly crawling with alternate leg and arm movement by 12 months, check in with their healthcare provider for guidance.

12/18/2025

Goodnight Santa
Written by: Michelle Robinson
Illustrated by: Nick East

Come read with me on Thursday, December 18 at 3:30pm. Goodnight Santa Written by: Michelle RobinsonIllustrated by: Nick ...
12/16/2025

Come read with me on Thursday, December 18 at 3:30pm.
Goodnight Santa
Written by: Michelle Robinson
Illustrated by: Nick East

12/15/2025

✨ How to Calm a Baby Fighting Sleep (Age-by-Age Guide) ✨

Is your little one fighting sleep like it’s a full-time job? 😩💤 You’re not alone — here’s what usually helps, based on their age 👇💛

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👶 Newborns (0–2 months)
They get overtired so fast.
Try: skin-to-skin, a dark room, gentle rocking, white noise, and short wake windows (30–60 min). 🤍

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🌙 3–4 months
Sleep cycles are changing — everything feels “new.”
Try: a short nap routine, swaddling (if they’re not rolling), pacifier soothing, and wake windows of 75–90 min.

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💤 5–8 months
Rolling, sitting, BIG milestones = restless sleep.
Try: calming wind-down routine, put down drowsy, reduce stimulation, naps every 2–3 hours.

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👣 9–12 months
Standing, crawling, separation anxiety… they want YOU.
Try: more cuddles, dim room, longer wake windows (2.5–3.5 hrs).

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🥰 1–3 years
They’re busy exploring and pushing boundaries.
Try: consistent bedtime routine, quiet activities before sleep, simple choices (“blue or yellow PJs?”).

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✨ Universal Soothing Tricks (All Ages)
🤱 Contact naps
🌬️ White noise
🛁 Warm bath
🧸 Gentle bouncing
😌 Dim lights & calm environment

When you understand why they fight sleep, soothing becomes so much easier. 💛🌙

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12/11/2025

You’re My Little Christmas Cookie
Written by: Nicola Edwards
Illustrated by: Natalie Marshall

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