Nature's Nest Early Learning Centre

Happy Earth Day 🌎

Without our Earth, we would not have life. We must protect it every way we can, in all the ways that are achievable for us.

Keep your lights to a minimum, turning off lights that are not needed. Walk your block or neighborhood and collect rubbish (safely). Cook without electricity when possible.

Let us do our best to reduce our carbon footprints so our Earth can continue to provide us life 👣

The Contented Child, Child Wellbeing Consultancy

Gentle (or brain based) parenting gets misunderstood so often.

It’s not “letting everything slide” or saying yes to keep the peace… and it’s definitely not about being passive.

Gentle parenting is still leadership.
It’s boundaries with warmth. Structure with connection. Guidance that teaches instead of shames.

This post is a simple reminder of what gentle parenting actually looks like in real life — especially on the hard days, when your child’s behaviour is loud and your nervous system is tired too.

Save this for the moments you start doubting yourself.

Spring has sprung and our first 2026 newsletter is ready for release!

In this issue we discuss:

- School readiness
- Our newest upgrades to our Wilson St. location
- Staff education & retention
- Our accolades over the course of the last year
- A full page spread on our Nest & Nourish supper club
- Our Spring Menu

We knew we were being considered, but now we know we are an official nominee for the Equity, Diversity & Inclusion award at the 2026 Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards !!

What an honor it is 💚💚

The 2026 nominees are beginning to roll out for the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards

We still have spots open for these two great kits for kids!

👶 Start fostering a love of reading with your little one by signing up for our Busy Babies Kit! Each kit will include books (signed out to your library card), activities and a simple craft to bond with your baby. Ages 0 - 24 months.
Register here: https://tbpl.libnet.info/event/4400633

🦖 Has your child gone bananas for Brachiosaurus? Are they gripped by Giganotosaurus? Sign them up for a Dazzling Dinosaurs Kit! Enjoy books (signed out to your library card), activities, and a craft about all kinds of dinos! Ages 4 - 12.
Register here: https://tbpl.libnet.info/event/4400634

Register following the links above, in person at any branch, or over the phone at (807) 345-8275

Our Wilson St location has seen some significant changes over the last few months 🛠️

Now that the construction is 98% done, Leeann and Meghan have been able to get into their groove and do their thing designing and decorating a brand new preschool classroom 💚

We thought, why not give y'all a little sneak peek of the circle time area 👀

Losing an hour of sleep is never fun… but it does mean we SPRING forward toward longer days, more sunshine, and signs of spring! 🌷☀️

Need a midweek break? Visit the Library for free, play-based programs that support learning and exploration, like Play Day for all ages.

Come Play Together: tbpl.ca/play

After School Care for children in grades JK - Grade 2 is now available at Nature's Nest!

We have received our license from the Ministry of Education and selected an experienced RECE, now it is time to welcome children into our space 🚸

There are 8 spots available, so space is limited. We are located on Camelot St., this means your child must be within that bussing district.

Please contact us via email at [email protected] for more information or to register your child.

Every coo, look, and gesture is a “serve.” When you respond, you’re telling a baby, “I hear you.” These back-and-forth moments build connection and help young brains grow.

Learn more: https://www.zerotothree.org/resource/how-do-infants-translate-sounds-to-language/