New Hampshire needs more childcare. New programs face hurdles in filling the void.

By: Maya Mitchell

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: October 8, 2026

Words: 2,231

Last Updated: 1 week, 3 days ago


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Madison Fisher, a social worker and mom of four, decided she wanted to start a childcare program after she got custody of her young niece. With children ranging from infant to elementary age, she wanted somewhere everyone could be cared for in one place, instead of all over town.

“I had two of my kiddos in an at-home center with a relative, and then I had my niece, who I got guardianship …

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