Chastity is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Certified Sleep Sense Consultant. She founded Bliss Pediatric Sleep Support to partner with parents in understanding the science of sleep and importance of a good bedtime routine. Chastity is a wealth of knowledge on bedtime routines and sleep science. Wherever you are in your journey, Chastity can develop a routine catered to your family dynamic, complete with her help and support!

Bliss:

· Website- bliss-sleep.com
-Educational webinar on the science of sleep: bliss-sleep.com/educational-offerings/

· Facebook- facebook.com/BLSSsleep

· Instagram: @bliss_sleep_support

· Linked in: www.linkedin.com/in/chastity-vanpelt

Mentions:

· Rewire Your Mind Podcast: The Rewire Your Mind Podcast Podcast Series – Apple Podcasts

· Good Inside with Dr. Becky: Parenting Podcast | Good Inside

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool

· Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

· IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

· FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

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Hanging with Ms. Heather: Let’s chat preschool and Early childhood.

Season 2 Episode 1: Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve is Leesburg's Hidden Gem and Nature Wende is the Bee's Knees!

Wende David is a Virginia Master Naturalist at Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve in Leesburg, VA. Banshee Reeks is a hidden gem boasting nearly 700 acres of awesome! From fishing to hiking trails to exhibits, Banshee Reeks has something for guests of all ages to connect with nature! Please see Banshee Reeks Facebook Page (Events) to check out upcoming events like Story Time Gone Wild and Wild Schooling. I, personally, cannot wait to attend a Full Moon Hike!

Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve:

· Website- https://www.loudoun.gov/1277/Banshee-Reeks-Nature-Preserve

· Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/BansheeReeksNaturePreserve?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Mentions:

· NPR: https://www.npr.org/

· Shortwave: https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510351/short-wave

· Kind World Podcast: https://www.wbur.org/podcasts/kindworld

· Motherhood Sessions Podcast: https://gimletmedia.com/shows/motherhood-sessions

Books:

1. The Women by Kristin Hannah (recommended by Heather)
2. Demon Copperhead or any other title by Barbara Kingsolver (Heather and Wende)
3. There There by Tommy Orange (Wende)
4. This Tender Land by William Kent Krueger (Heather)
5. Any Title by Kate Quinn

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool

· Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

· IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

· FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to catch new episodes! See what we’re up to on Facebook/Instagram and find out more information on our website! SHINE bright!

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website.
SHINE bright!!

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website.
SHINE bright!!

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SHINE bright!!

Hanging with Ms. Heather: Let’s chat preschool and Early childhood.

Episode 4: The New Era of Librarians: Story Time to Makerspace with Amy Heaton

Amy Heaton is the Head of Children's Services at Rust Library (and basically a celebrity to me because LIBRARIANS RULE)! Rust Library is a branch of the Loudoun County Public Library and a quick walk from the preschool.
In this episode, Ms. Amy shares her background and how she became a librarian. She also shares amazing resources for children's songs and story time content as well as inside information on Rust Library's Early Childhood story times and other events!

Rust Library:

· Website- Rust Library (loudoun.gov)/Summer Story Time: Summer Reading Program (loudoun.gov)

· Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?app_id=776730922422337&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2F352092484273&display=popup&ref=embed_page&src=page

Mentions:

· Stuff You Should Know Podcast: Episodes (stuffyoushouldknow.com)

· Jbrary: Jbrary - Tune in for Storytime Success

· Jim Gill: Jim Gill - Musician, Author & Child Development Specialist

· Story Time Solidarity: Home - Storytime Solidarity

Books:

1. A Hungry Lion by Lucy Ruth Cummins
2. Who's Moon is That by Kim Krans

Connect with Heather and Great Beginnings Preschool

· Great Beginnings Preschool: Great Beginnings Preschool (greatbeginningsleesburg.com)

· IG: @greatbeginningsleesburg

· FB: https://www.facebook.com/gbpleesburg

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to catch new episodes! See what we’re up to on Facebook/Instagram and find out more information on our website! SHINE bright!

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website.
SHINE bright!!

Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss new episodes! See what we're up to on Facebook/Instagram and find more information on our website.
SHINE bright!!