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Virtual Session: Book Club: Whole Brain Child (Chapter 6)
Virtual Session: Book Club: Whole Brain Child (Chapter 6)
Integrating the Upstairs Brain and the Downstairs Brain. Come join us for our book club series! If you’ve missed last chapter, don’t worry. We will catch you up. This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports for families […]
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FRN-Busy Bodies
FRN-Busy Bodies
How do we promote active play? Invite your children (ages 2-8) as we use materials from our homes and learn how to move our bodies to stay active! This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services […]
FRN – Story Time
FRN – Story Time
Join us as we read aloud to the children and learn about the benefits of this fun and easy activity. Different stories will be featured each week. This is a free event! This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention […]
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FRN – Parent Chat: Gender and Sexuality
FRN – Parent Chat: Gender and Sexuality
This session will provide parents with an overview of sexual and gender diversity and how you can support your child as they inquire, question, and wonder about life within the LGBTQ2S+ rainbow. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention […]
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Cyberbullying
Cyberbullying
This workshop provides parents or caregivers with information about youth and cyberbullying. Together we will discuss ways to talk to your child about cyberbullying and strategies for developing resilient online children. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and […]
Krafty Kids
Krafty Kids
Looking for easy ways to stimulate children’s creativity? Join us virtually for easy crafts using readily available materials and learn some ways to make the most of this time with your child. This program is free! This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service […]
Anxiety & Kids: Info for Parents
Anxiety & Kids: Info for Parents
A FREE program for parents to help their kids with stress and anxiety. This workshop will provide parents with information about anxiety and children. Learn information about the difference between anxiety versus other uncomfortable emotions and how you can support your child. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a […]
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Children’s Grief & Disappointment
Children’s Grief & Disappointment
What do you do when your child experiences grief or disappointment? Whether they didn't get what they wanted or if they've lost a loved one, it can be hard to know how to help your child. This session will cover different levels of child development and tools you can use to help them manage the […]
It’s Potty Time
It’s Potty Time
This FREE workshop on toilet training will provide parents and caregivers with more information on potty learning, deciding when/if children are ready and helping children feel confident with using the potty. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early […]
What Are They Thinking? Decoding the Teenage Brain
What Are They Thinking? Decoding the Teenage Brain
Ever wonder what your teenager is thinking? Or why they are behaving in such a way? Come join us to learn about teenage brain development and investigate together! This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services […]
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Parenting Styles: Aligning Styles
Parenting Styles: Aligning Styles
Everybody has a parenting style, what’s yours? This FREE workshop will help parents/ caregivers identity their own parenting style as well as the style of their co-parent/ caregiver and will help participants find ways to align those parenting styles in ways that benefit children. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource […]
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What is Attachment?
What is Attachment?
What is attachment and why is it important? Our discussion and exploration of attachment theory will give you a better understanding of this important aspect of parenting for strong, healthy children. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and […]
Healthy Boundaries Setting
Healthy Boundaries Setting
The ability to set healthy boundaries is a skill that adults and children alike can benefit from. Healthy boundaries allow us to ask for what we need and set limits in a way that is respectful of ourselves and others in our life. This parent chat will focus on identifying, strategizing and practicing setting healthy […]
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FRN-Parenting in a Gendered World
FRN-Parenting in a Gendered World
Children begin to understand gender from an early age. In this workshop, parents or caregivers will learn and discuss how gender, parenting styles, and expectations influence your child's social-emotional development. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention […]
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Healthy Coping Strategies for Kids
Healthy Coping Strategies for Kids
How can we help our children to cope during these times of change? This workshop will provide parents and caregivers with practical and easy strategies for helping our children manage their stressors. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early […]
Movement for Busy Bodies
Movement for Busy Bodies
How do we promote active play? Invite your children (ages 2-8) as we use learn how to move our bodies to stay active! This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports for families with […]
FRN-Managing Parental Anxiety
FRN-Managing Parental Anxiety
This workshop will define parental anxiety, discuss how it manifest in our lives, and share some strategies for managing our anxiety to allow us to be more present for our children. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and […]
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Parent Chat: Bellies and Babies
Parent Chat: Bellies and Babies
YW Family Champions and Birth and Babies are collaborating! Please join us for a casual chat group where you can meet with an Alberta Health Services childbirth educator and connect with other parents on the topics of pregnancy, labour and birth, breastfeeding / feeding your baby, infant sleep, newborn care, transition to parenthood and early […]
Mom Chat: Take Off Your Mom Hat!
Mom Chat: Take Off Your Mom Hat!
Come join us for an evening of meaningful conversation and a safe place to be real with other moms. Whether you’re looking for peer support, or needing practical tips you are more than welcome to join our community! This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based […]
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S.T.E.A.M. for Little Ones
S.T.E.A.M. for Little Ones
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! STEAM curriculum has been booming in schools, but did you know we can teach STEAM to our little ones as well? This workshop will explore different ways to introduce STEAM to our children during the early years and how we can support cognitive development! This is a Family Resource […]
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FRN-Family Activity at the Hub
FRN-Family Activity at the Hub
Join us for an interactive, whole family activity centred on meaningful connection between child and caregiver. We'll be at the YW Calgary Hub at 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary. This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports […]
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Teen (and Tween) Dating & Internet Safety
Teen (and Tween) Dating & Internet Safety
Did you know that the internet is where teens first learn about intimate relationships? This workshop will explore how we can keep our teens safe from the risks in the internet world and ways we can support our teens to engage in healthy relationships. This is a free workshop brought to you by the YW […]
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FRN- Restful Routines
FRN- Restful Routines
Restful sleep is important for good health. This workshop will talk about building a sleep routine that works for your kids so that everybody can get a good night’s rest. This workshop is free! This is a Family Resource Network workshop. The Family Resource Network (FRN) is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention […]
FRN-Lunch and Learn: Self Care for Parents
FRN-Lunch and Learn: Self Care for Parents
This workshop will support parents (and caregivers) in learning strategies to attend the different domains of their health and wellness. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports for families with young children and teens. […]
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Early Childhood Brain Development
Early Childhood Brain Development
Are you new to brain science and child development? Do you have a little one, and want to better understand their brain development? This session is for you. We will be covering three developmental stages: infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Come and learn about your child’s brain development during these crucial years and how you help […]
Resilience: Exploring Childhood Experiences
Resilience: Exploring Childhood Experiences
This workshop provides parents or caregivers with information about the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) research and we discuss strategies for developing resilient children. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and supports for families with young […]
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Adventurous Play
Adventurous Play
What is Adventurous Play? What does it look like? This workshop will explore definitions and types of risky play and what that looks like for young children. We will learn how risk-taking play can expand children's healthy development as well as build strong foundations for exploring and learning about their world. This is a Family […]
Dad Chat: Modern Fatherhood
Dad Chat: Modern Fatherhood
Join us for an evening of community, honest conversation, and discussion about the reality of fatherhood in today’s world. How can fathers challenge social norms of parenting and grow in their ability to connect meaningfully with their children. This session will highlight a father’s role, but is not limited for those who do not identify […]
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Empathy: What’s it All About?
Empathy: What’s it All About?
Learn how to use empathy and connecting words to build a strong attachment with your child. These skills truly are the life-long key of being emotionally healthy. The whole family will benefit! This is a FREE workshop brought to you by the Family Resource Network (FRN). The Family Resource Network is a collaborative service delivery […]
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Resilience: Stressful Experiences & Child Development
Resilience: Stressful Experiences & Child Development
Did you know your child can also be stressed just like any of us? During this session, we will explore different types of stresses children experience and how it affects their development. This program is free! This is a Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service […]
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Lunch & Learn: Safety in the House and Car
Lunch & Learn: Safety in the House and Car
Join us for a session in learning about childproofing basics, safety in and around the home, and an overview of child safety seat use in motor vehicles. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention services and […]
POPS: Parents Offering Parents Support (in Person)
POPS: Parents Offering Parents Support (in Person)
Come meet other parents in Calgary who are also going through the same challenges you are! Bring a coffee or snack and join us for a virtual meet, greet & chat. We are collaborating with Immigrant Services Calgary. This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group […]
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FRN-Parent Chat: Family Transitions
FRN-Parent Chat: Family Transitions
Are you planning to have your second, third, or fourth child? Do you ever wonder how your child processes the transition of becoming a brother or sister? Come join us to explore, chat, discuss, and learn about different strategies for parents and caregivers that will ease the transition for older sisters or brothers. This is […]
FRN-Screen Time and Engaged Parenting
FRN-Screen Time and Engaged Parenting
How do we navigate boundaries with screen time as busy parents? What is too much, what is enough, and how do we learn to engage more meaningfully with our young children? Join us as we collaborate with the Calgary Pregnancy Care Centre to learn more about this relevant topic! This is a Family Resource Network […]
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Play Planning
Play Planning
What does play look like for you? In this session, we will explore that it means to plan ‘purposeful play’ for our children, so we can incorporate learning into play! This is a FREE Family Resource Network (FRN) workshop. The Family Resource Network is a collaborative group of community-based service providers offering prevention and early intervention […]
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