Newborn and Childhood Development, Care and Parental Support
Miss Heather says, "Hello!"
Starting this collective was not a part of my life plan, yet it's been in the making for over a decade. For the past 17 years, child care and development has been a source of great love and joy for me. Truly, some of life's biggest surprises come in the smallest packages. I've fallen in love with watching babies go from "tummy time" struggles and potty-training mishaps to becoming little people with unique personalities and quirks, their own set of hopes and dreams. It's an amazing process - one that is incredibly fulfilling to be a part of.
Beyond my experiences and the work I've done with children, I also take pride in being able to enhance the lives of parents. Peace of mind with a caregiver can be hard to come by, but parents are people too! They need some time (and sanity!) to have date nights, to work from home, to take that midday nap after running errands kid-free. Often times they'll even ask for tips and parenting-hacks. It's genuinely been rewarding to support and help every member of the family.
All that I've poured in has spilled over and returned tenfold. I'm excited and eager to give so much more - the Collective allows me to do so. We're starting with a few and expanding to the many.
Welcome to my purpose: newborn and early childhood development, education, and empowerment. Welcome to our ecosystem rooted in kindness, empathy, and respect. Welcome to The Lily Pond!
Miss Heather is a skilled fort builder, gracious loser at Candyland, semi-pro Crayola Crayon technician, eager cupcake baker, A+ book report co-author and homework double-checker, below-average hider but highly skilled seeker, "best ever" story-time reader, victorious imaginary monster slayer, fantastic tea party planner (and guest!), experienced assistant to a unicorn trainer, and successful cardboard box spaceship engineer.
Our Philosophy
At The Lily Pond, we believe in nurturing the unique potential of every child. Our approach is centered around creating a supportive, inclusive, and stimulating environment where children can explore, learn, and grow. We are committed to fostering a sense of wonder and curiosity, laying the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
