The First Year Can Feel Overwhelming and Lonely

Every cry. Every milestone. Every parenting choice.

You want to do right by your baby—but conflicting advice leaves you second-guessing everything.

What if you could:

• Understand your baby's unique language from day one

• Create a Montessori home without expensive materials

• Connect with parents who share your values

• Watch your baby develop focus and confidence naturally

That's exactly what Montessori Nest offers.

The Child: Honoring Your Baby's Natural Development

✔️ Your baby will experience gentle, developmentally appropriate activities that build concentration, coordination, and communication.

The Prepared Environment: A Space Designed for Discovery

✔️ You'll discover and learn to create calm, intentional spaces at home using simple, natural materials—not expensive gear.

The Prepared Adult: Confidence for YOU as a Parent

✔️ You'll gain confidence in reading your baby's cues, responding with intention, and trusting their natural development.

More Than a Baby Class—A Foundation for Your Family's Journey

Montessori Nest is a 6-week parent-infant program designed around three core principles:

Why Start Montessori Now?

Your Baby's Brain Is Developing Faster Right Now Than It Ever Will Again
Many parents discover Montessori when their children are toddlers—but the philosophy's most profound impact begins in the first year.

Here's why Montessori for infants matters:

✔ Start from Day One – Support natural development from birth, not after habits form

✔ Become a Confident Parent – Learn to interpret your baby's subtle cues with certainty

✔ Find Your Village – Connect with like-minded families navigating the same joys and challenges

✔ Understand Your Baby's Language – Discover what movement, gaze, and sounds really mean

10 Minutes of Guided Sensitive Observation
We practice the art of truly seeing your baby. Each week focuses on a different developmental area: movement, communication, attachment, and more.

Community Learning & Sharing (15 minutes)
Share observations, dive deep into the week's topic, and support each other's learning.

Closing Circle (5 minutes)
Gentle music, movement, and a closing thought from Dr. Maria Montessori.

You leave feeling connected, informed, and empowered.

What Happens During Your 6-Week Journey?

Inside Each 90-Minute Session

Arrival & Settling In (10 minutes)
You and your baby enter a calm, thoughtfully prepared space. Take a breath. Attune to your little one's rhythms.

50 Minutes of Uninterrupted Exploration
For Your Baby:

• Explore Montessori materials designed for their developmental stage

• Build concentration and focus without overstimulation

• Interact naturally with other babies in a peaceful setting
  

For You:

• Observe: Learn to see your baby's unique communication patterns

• Connect: Build relationships with parents who share your values

• Learn: Receive personalized guidance from Janani and Alyssa

Beyond the Weekly Sessions

📋 Practical Resources Fridge sheets and nurturing cards to support you during this transformative time

📊 Personalized Observation Report A comprehensive document capturing your baby's unique journey, interests, and developmental patterns

☎️ 30-Minute Private Consultation One-on-one support with Janani or Alyssa on sleep, attachment, positive discipline, or implementing Montessori at home

👥 Lifelong Community Ongoing connection with families who understand and share your parenting approach

"The setup and principles they taught helped me make big changes to playtime and our daily routine at home. The individual advice on early childhood development, toy rotation, weaning, and toilet training led to real adjustments in the way we operate. They are lovely people to have in your village."

Zienab, mom to a 21 months old

"I have noticed a significant improvement in my daughter's ability to focus for longer periods. Their suggestions on how to support her development and create a calmer home environment have truly made a difference. This experience has significantly boosted my confidence as a parent."

Reyhan, mom to a 18 months old

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What Parents Are Saying

Continuing education:

• RIE (Respectful Infant Educaring) Foundation Course Certificate

• Interpersonal Neurobiology Training (By Dr. Dan Siegel)

• Dreambirth Level 1 Practitioner Training (By School of Images)

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Be the first to know when doors to Montessori Nest open in 2026

Meet Your Guides

You're in Expert, Caring Hands

Janani Bhuvaneswaran

Montessori AMI 0-6 Guide

As a mother and Montessori guide, I understand the challenges of wanting to build a strong foundation for your child. I started Bay Area Montessori Playgroup to make Montessori accessible in everyday family life.

By supporting and empowering you, I help strengthen your child's journey—and that's why I do what I do.

Alyssa Fujita Karoui

Positive Parenting Educator & Circle of Security Parenting Facilitator

I know firsthand how overwhelming parenting can feel—and how deeply you want to do it in alignment with your values. My approach is:

• Honest and Holistic – Grounded in your family's unique needs

• Neuroscience-Informed – Rooted in child development research

• Attachment-Focused – Connection and trust over control and compliance

Frequently asked questions

Is this suitable for first-time parents?

Absolutely - and especially valuable! Our program gives you a foundation in observing and understanding your baby, plus a supportive community of parents navigating similar experiences. You'll leave feeling more confident and connected.

What if my baby is fussy?

Fussiness is completely normal and welcomed! It's your baby's way of communicating their needs. Whether they need movement, a quieter space, or closeness with you, our calm environment and individualized support means you can respond to your baby without pressure.

My child cannot sit yet, but will they still benefit?

Yes! Our program is designed for babies from 3-12 months. Whether your baby is on their back observing mobiles, beginning tummy time, or just starting to roll, we have developmentally appropriate materials for them. Montessori honors where your baby is right now.

Can I nurse or feed my child during the session?

Yes, always! Feeding your baby is responding to their needs, which is at the heart of Montessori parenting. We have a comfortable, welcoming space where you can nurse, bottle-feed, or offer snacks whenever your baby needs it.

What if my baby falls asleep during the session?

Perfect! When babies sleep in our space, it means they're regulated and at ease. You can use this time to observe other babies, connect with fellow parents, ask us pressing questions, or simply rest alongside your little one. We honor your baby's natural rhythms.

What if we need to miss a session?

We understand life with a baby is unpredictable! While we encourage consistent attendance for your baby's sense of routine and your learning journey, we know things come up. Please let us know if you'll be absent. We'll share key insights from that week and help you stay connected to the program.

What You'll Gain in 6 Weeks

🌱 Deeper Understanding of Your Baby Learn to read their cues and support their unique developmental timeline with confidence

🌱 Montessori at Home from Day One Practical tools to create a respectful, prepared environment using simple materials

🌱 A Supportive Community Connect with parents who value slow, respectful, child-centered approaches

🌱 A Calm Foundation Your baby experiences an environment designed to support their emerging senses and movement

🌱 Trust in Your Baby's Capabilities Discover their remarkable ability to focus, choose, and communicate when given respectful opportunities

This is more than a baby class—it's an investment in building a strong foundation for your family's Montessori journey and your baby's lifelong love of learning. 💛

Ready to begin this beautiful journey together?

Ready to Begin
This Journey Together?

Don't miss this opportunity to build connection, confidence, and community during your baby's most important developmental window.

Still have questions? Email us at contact@bayareamontessoriplaygroup.com