Mama Murphy's Nature Care

Where Children Grow Through Nature's Wisdom

🌿 Mama Murphy's Nature Care 🌿

Where children grow through nature’s wisdom and gentle animal companionship. Nurturing young minds with 25+ years of love, outdoor exploration, organic food, animal care (horses, cats, birds), and nature emphasis learning in Lake Tapps, WA.

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👩‍👧 Family Legacy of Care

Under the guidance of Harshin Sody, Murphy’s daughter who has been personally trained by her mother’s 25+ years of expertise, we continue the family tradition of exceptional, heart-centered childcare.

🎁 GRAND OPENING SPECIALS! 🎁

Opening September 1st, 2025 - Limited Time Offers!

• 10% OFF first month of tuition for early enrollees
• $100 referral bonus for enrolled families
• FREE nature emphasis workshops for parents
• FREE animal interaction sessions with horses, cats, and birds for new families

*Enroll by August 15th to secure these amazing savings!*

About Mama Murphy's

25+ Years of Nurturing Excellence

For over 25 years, Ms. Murphy Sody has been a dedicated and compassionate provider of early childhood care, earning a reputation for excellence in the field. As a licensed childcare provider through the State of Washington, she has created a nurturing, enriching, and secure environment where children are free to socialize, learn, and grow.

This beloved daycare will be operated by Harshin Sody, Murphy’s daughter, who has been personally trained and mentored by her mother, ensuring the same high standards of care and expertise continue for a new generation of families.

Our Mission: Murphy’s Nature Emphasis Day Care fosters early childhood development through immersive, outdoor learning experiences that connect children to nature, teach animal care (horses, cats, birds, and farm animals), and encourage curiosity. Our mission is to provide meaningful, nurturing care rooted in service to children—not money.

🌱 Legacy of Excellence
Located at The Hidden Farm in beautiful Lake Tapps, our home-based program offers the warmth of family care combined with professional early childhood education and unique interactions with horses, cats, birds, and farm animals.
🌱 Ages 2-13 Welcome
We serve children from toddlers to teens, providing age-appropriate nature emphasis learning experiences for every developmental stage.
👥 Small Group Focus
With only 6-12 children, we ensure personal attention and deeper relationships with each family.

🌿 10X Value Package for Families 🌿

At Mama Murphy’s, your child’s care goes beyond the basics. We deliver ten times the value of an ordinary daycare by blending nature, education, and heart-centered care in a safe, enriching environment:

Nature Emphasis Curriculum

Kids learn through hands-on outdoor exploration, gardening, and seasonal activities that build curiosity and connection to the natural world.

Animal Care & Farm Bonding

Daily interaction with gentle farm animals helps children develop empathy, responsibility, and confidence in a magical setting.

Organic, Homemade Food

All meals are made from scratch with love using fresh, organic ingredients. No canned, frozen, or processed meals—just real, nourishing food.

25+ Years of Experience

Decades of trusted, hands-on childcare experience give families peace of mind. Your child is in capable, loving hands.

Local Reputation for Quality

Known throughout the community for professionalism and consistency, Mama Murphy's is the go-to choice for dependable child care.

Reasonable Rates with High Value

Quality care shouldn't break the bank. Our pricing is family-friendly without compromising on the excellence you expect.

Early Character Development

Through nature, stories, and guided interaction, we nurture kindness, resilience, sharing, and social-emotional growth from the start.

Safe, Secure, and Reviewed by Experts

Gated premises and a safety plan designed in collaboration with Markham Investigation & Protection, a top-tier local security firm.

Supportive, Flexible for Parents

We know life isn't one-size-fits-all. We offer flexibility, open communication, and a stress-free, friendly environment that supports your family's needs.

A Loving Home Environment

Children thrive in our cozy, welcoming home-based care setting. Here, they're not just another number—they're family.

✨ Our Core Values ✨

The heart of everything we do – these values guide our commitment to your child’s growth and happiness

Nature-First Learning

Every day brings outdoor exploration, seasonal discoveries, and hands-on learning experiences that connect children to the natural world around them.

Organic Nutrition

Homemade, organic meals with no frozen or canned foods. We believe healthy bodies support healthy minds and growing spirits.

Animal Care & Friendship

Children learn gentle care and responsibility through meaningful interactions with horses, cats, birds, and farm animals, building confidence and empathy in a safe environment.

Heart-Centered Care

Our approach is rooted in service to children, not profit. Every decision is made with love and the child's best interests at heart.

Holistic Development

We nurture emotional, physical, social, and cognitive growth through integrated learning experiences in nature's classroom.

Family-Style Warmth

Our home-based setting provides the comfort and security of family care while delivering professional early childhood education.

Our Services

🌳 Nature Emphasis Curriculum

🐾 Animal Care & Friendship Program

🍎 Nutrition & Wellness

🎨 Creative & Developmental Activities

Daily Schedule

🌅 Arrival & Free Outdoor Play – Children arrive to fresh air and natural exploration
🥐 Homemade Organic Breakfast – Nutritious start with locally sourced ingredients
🌍 Morning Circle & Nature Lessons – Group learning about our natural world
🔍 Outdoor Exploration & Project-Based Learning – Hands-on discovery time

🍽️ Organic Lunch – Fresh, homemade meals prepared with love

😴 Rest & Quiet Time – Peaceful restoration for growing bodies

🎵 Afternoon Activities – Music, art, gardening, animal care (horses, cats, birds), and nature exploration
🥕 Healthy Snacks & Pickup Preparation – Nutritious treats and day wrap-up