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 root. nurture. grow.

intentional living to nurture the whole child

 
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Literacy

The very best books and tips to foster an early love of reading with squirmy babies, emerging readers, and beyond.

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ACTIVITIES

Simple, meaningful, and fun play ideas rooted in child development and learning to help you make it to naptime.

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WELLNESS

High-performing, nontoxic solutions for the whole family to optimize health and brain development.

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education

Research-based step-by-step guides to confidently teach the most important early reading skills in just a few minutes a day.

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home & Family

Tips and tricks for happier, more intentional families and cultivating joy and connection at home.

 

 90% of brain development happens in the first five years of a child’s life.

The gaps in learning that can cause struggles in elementary school and beyond, can be prevented in the first five years of development.

 
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“Sami is like the ultimate mom friend. She’s kind and relatable, but consistently shares research that challenges me to do better. It’s obvious she has a heart for loving others and a passion for heavy research that I don’t have the time or energy for. She does all the work for me and I’m grateful for everything she shares. We are healthier and happier because of what I’ve learned.”

- KELLY M.

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Hi there! I’m Sami.

I’m a certified reading specialist (M.Ed), wife, and healthy mama with a heart for helping kids thrive. I believe thoughtful, responsive, intentional parenting can change the world.

Here you’ll find all things related to nurturing the WHOLE child – their cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and academic development.

It’s my goal to share the most effective, research-based approaches to fostering early learning skills through play, books, and connection - optimizing children’s natural developmental needs and cultivating more joy as a family.

Thank you for being here!