Time flies so fast. My daughter Milly, the heart behind Mom & Milly, is 11 years old now. She’s outgrown the puzzles and the sensory blocks that used to fill our living room. These days, her interests have shifted as she enters her pre-teen years, but I will never forget the role those "simple" toys played in her journey.
As a mom to a child with ASD, I remember the early days of searching for ways to connect, to soothe, and to teach. Back then, toys weren't just playthings; they were Milly’s "work."
The toys we sell today at Milly and Franco’s Toy Box are mostly the very same types of tools that helped Milly reach her milestones.
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The sensory toys helped her manage overstimulation.
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The fine motor sets helped her little hands gain strength.
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The educational games became our way of communicating when words were hard to find.
Milly may not be playing with them anymore, but her progress is living proof of how the right toy at the right time can change a child's development. From the educational tools that helped her grow, to the "cute" lifestyle items she loves today, Mom & Milly continues to be a reflection of her journey. Whether you have a toddler working on milestones or a "big kid" looking for their next favorite cute accessory, we’ve got you covered.
I’m sharing this because I want you to know that I don’t just pick toys because they are "cute." I pick them because I know, from 11 years of experience, that they work. I’ve seen the "wins" firsthand in my own daughter, and my hope is that they bring those same breakthroughs to your home, too.