Do you ever wonder what your child is thinking? When you interact with them, take them out for walks, go to the zoo, or even play peek-a-boo! They are growing but not sure if you are making any impact or doing it right. Join us as we take a deeper dive into the foundations of [...]
This 10 week language development program for children ages 0- 4 years. This course is by registration only. Contact us to save your spot and for more information on the next session Register
Infant Feeding Series: March 2 -Nutrition During the First Months and Getting Ready to Start Solids (ages 0-6 mos.): Questions about breast or formula feeding? What are the signs of readiness for solids? March 9 -Introducing Solids to your Baby (ages 6 – 12 mos.): What are the foods to offer first and what foods [...]
What do healthy relationships look like for our teen children that are gaining independence and entering the world of dating? Join us for a discussion to guide parenting our teens. Register
Fuel your child’s creativity and sense of exploration with us. We are exploring loose parts together which are open-ended materials that have unlimited possibilities. Then bring these ideas home with you for extended play at home. Register
Playtime with Dad (ages 0 – 6): Calling all those who identify as dads! Are you looking to spend some 1:1 time with your little one and in need of a fun, interactive space? Join us for engaging activities to spend some quality time with your little ones Register
The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. Register
Each and every one of us experiences stress and anxiety at some point throughout our lives. This workshop explores the difference between normal stress and anxiety, and anxiety disorders. You will learn about different types of anxiety, where you can turn to if you are struggling with anxiety, and how you can incorporate healthy coping [...]
Come join us for coffee time, with 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 session will highlight a mother’s role but is not limited to those who do not identify [...]
Infant Feeding Series: March 2 -Nutrition During the First Months and Getting Ready to Start Solids (ages 0-6 mos.): Questions about breast or formula feeding? What are the signs of readiness for solids? March 9 -Introducing Solids to your Baby (ages 6 – 12 mos.): What are the foods to offer first and what foods [...]
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 session will focus on identifying, strategizing and practicing setting healthy boundaries. [...]
We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register
What is a consequence, and does it work for our children? Have you tried "time out" or "consequences" but weren't successful? In this session, we will explore different types of consequences that are age and developmentally appropriate, and we will explore when, where, and how, we can give consequences to our children. Register
Helping your little one sleep can feel like an uphill battle. Join us as we learn from Counting Sheep Sleep Coach, Jane Anderson. If you’re interested in learning about sleep training, routines, tips and how to make sleep happen, this session is for you Register
Infant Feeding Series: March 2 -Nutrition During the First Months and Getting Ready to Start Solids (ages 0-6 mos.): Questions about breast or formula feeding? What are the signs of readiness for solids? March 9 -Introducing Solids to your Baby (ages 6 – 12 mos.): What are the foods to offer first and what foods [...]
What is resilience? In this session, we will be learning about how our experiences shape who we are and how it affects us. This workshop will provide parents or caregivers with information about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and how trauma can affect healthy development. Register
Playtime with Dad (ages 0 – 6): Calling all those who identify as dads! Are you looking to spend some 1:1 time with your little one and in need of a fun, interactive space? Join us for engaging activities to spend some quality time with your little ones Register
The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. Register
This workshop will explore a variety of ways to create and foster an emotionally safe environment for families and support parents and caregivers to feel empowered to teach our little ones their entitled rights to a safe environment. Register
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. Register
We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register
The first three years are a time of tremendous learning and brain development, and little ones learn primarily through their 5 senses. This interactive workshop will explore a variety of ways that parents can play with their infants and toddlers and engage their senses to promote attachment and build their brains. Register
For generations, children have used found objects to explore and expand their curiosity, imagination and creativity. In this digital age, come learn about how 'loose parts' can engage children in infinite play possibilities with materials already existing in our environments. Discover more about loose parts, how it can build children's development and how to start [...]
We all want to see our teenagers get through their adolescent years healthy and happy. In this session, we will talk about common mental health challenges in adolescence, how to recognize when your teen is struggling, and how to help your teen stay mentally healthy. Register
Stressful situations impact our bodies and brains daily. We go into survival mode when facing threats, but our body does not always return to a sense of safety. Learning how to complete the stress cycle is important to our health. Come learn with us ways to complete this cycle and reduce burnout. Register
Every parent hopes their children will have a strong relationship with one another, but we may feel that we spend most of our time being the referee in their disagreements instead! In this workshop, we will explore sibling dynamics and discuss how to decrease those fights help your children value and form healthy relationships with [...]
How old should my child be when they start to help? What is age-appropriate chores? How do we find balance in children being expected to pitch in while still enjoying their childhood? We will be talking about helping our children learn responsibility and sharing chores around the home. Register with us for our in-person workshops [...]
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! Register
Calling all those who identify as dads and grandfathers! Are you looking to spend some 1:1 time with your little one and in need of a fun, interactive space? Join us for engaging activities to spend some quality time with your little ones. Register
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