Parent Nest Fall Series: Guided Play & Connection, 5 September | Event in Capitola | AllEvents

Parent Nest Fall Series: Guided Play & Connection

Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery

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Fri, 05 Sep, 2025 at 09:15 am

0.8 hours

1855 41st Avenue, suite C-10, Capitola, CA, United States, California 95010

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Date & Location

Fri, 05 Sep, 2025 at 09:15 am to 10:00 am (PDT)

1855 41st Avenue, suite C-10, California 95010

1855 41st Ave, Capitola, CA 95010-2501, United States

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Parent Nest Fall Series: Guided Play & Connection
If those early parenting days feel like a mix of wonder and worry, you're not alone. Between those middle-of-the-night feeds and milestone questions, it's natural to feel both overwhelmed and amazed—sometimes in the same moment. While you're marveling at your little one's daily discoveries, you might also be wondering if you're doing enough, or wishing for a community that truly gets what this journey is like. That's exactly why we created The Parent Nest: A guided play & connection series

Created specifically for infants and toddlers (from sitting age to 18 months), this four-week series takes place in the serene morning hours before the museum opens. In this distraction-free setting, your little explorer can safely investigate their world while you connect with other parents who understand exactly what this stage of life is like.


Each 45-minute session nurtures your child's natural development through research-backed activities that:

Build Neural Pathways Through Movement: As babies roll, crawl, and reach, they're not just exercising—they're forming crucial brain connections that support physical coordination and spatial awareness.
Develop Pre-Language Skills: Our musical activities introduce rhythm, repetition, and simple signs, laying the groundwork for communication long before first words appear.

Enhance Sensory Processing: From our "Building Beginnings" exploration to "Splish Splash Discovery" play, each tactile experience helps your little one understand their world through touch, sight, sound, and movement.

Foster Social-Emotional Growth: Through guided interactions, babies learn early social cues while parents discover ways to support emotional development during daily routines.

Session 1: August 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

Session 2: September 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th

Session 3: October 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th

Session 4: October 31st, November 7th, 14th, 21st



While the children are engaged, we will take time to observe, connect, and support one another—building meaningful friendships and a strong community of parents and caregivers. Our experienced facilitators provide a welcoming space for sharing experiences, gaining insights, and offering practical tips to support your child’s development at home.

Free for members!

Free Children Under 12 Months

$35 - Non-members per session (We will email you a link to pay)

Thank you to MusicalMe Inc. for sponsoring our Music themed Parent Nest Weeks!


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Parent Nest Fall Series: Guided Play & Connection, 5 September | Event in Capitola | AllEvents
Parent Nest Fall Series: Guided Play & Connection
Fri, 05 Sep, 2025 at 09:15 am