Play, Connect, Grow
Created by two moms and pediatric professionals who understand both the everyday realities of parenting and child development.
Growing Forward brings moms and little ones together for play, connection, and practical support, one gathering a time.
Brianna, BCBA
(Board Certified Behavior Analyst)
Shelby, OT
(Occupational Therapist)
More than a playdate
Growing Forward is a welcoming space for moms to meet other local moms, let their children play, and get practical guidance from two pediatric professionals.
Each group blends:
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Play and social time
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Connection with other moms
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BCBA + OT guidance
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Simple strategies you can actually use at home
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Conversations about real-life parenting challenges
Real moms,
Real conversations,
Lasting connections
What we will talk about
Big Feelings
Tantrums, frustration, coping, and emotional regulation
Routine & Transitions
Getting out of the door, bedtime, changes in routine and every day transitions
Sensory Needs
Understanding sensory preference and ways to support regulation
Play & Development
Encouraging engagement, play skills, communication, and connection
Independence
Following directions, helping at home, self-care, and everyday life skills
Mealtimes
Picky eating, sitting at the table, routines, an reducing mealtime pickiness.
Play, Connect, & Grow
A 6 week small group series for moms and little ones.
Each week includes time for children to play and explore while moms connect and learn about topics that matter during the early years.
Weekly meet ups
Similar age children
(typically 0-5 years old)
Led by BCBA and OT
Palm Beach Area
Limited enrollment per group
Come as you are
This group is for moms who want:
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More local mom friends
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Activities to do with their little ones
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A supportive place to ask questions
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Practical parenting strategies
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Guidance without the pressure of a formal therapy setting
You do not need a diagnosis or be receiving therapy services to join
Looking for more individualized support?
In addition to our groups and events, Brianna and Shelby offer private consultation for families looking for more personalized guidance.
Behavior & Parent Coaching
with Brianna, BCBA
Support for big feelings, challenging behavior, routines, transitions, following directions, independence, and other everyday concerns.
OT Consultation
with Shelby, OT
Support related to sensory needs, fine motor development, self-care, play, feeding/mealtime concerns, and daily routines.
Not sure who to reach out to?
Send us a message and we can help determine what type of support may be the best fit.