Movement for Busy Bodies (ages 2-6)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

How do we promote active play? Invite your children to join you as we use materials from our home and learn how to move our bodies to stay active! Register

Book Club: Connected Parenting (ages 0-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Guided by the book, Connected Parenting: How to Raise a Great Kid by Jennifer Kolari.  Jennifer’s CALM method for responding to unwanted behavior will help parents connect with their child in any situation to reduce anxiety, de-escalate tantrums instantly and increase self-esteem. Insightful and empowering, Connected Parenting is filled with step-by-step advice and examples from families [...]

Sibling Relationships (ages 5-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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 and help your children value and form healthy [...]

Mental Health and Teens (parents of ages 12-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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

Keeping your home language alive (PARENTS OF AGES 0-17) PLUS PLAYTIME

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Talking to your child in your first language supports language learning best! Serve and return interactions support language growth and learn with us how to support that. We will explore how to build literacy in our first language. Register

Loose Parts Play (PARENTS OF AGES 0-12)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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

Thriving in the Teen Year: The Adolescent Brain (parents of 10-17)

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

This closed group will provide parents and caregivers with information about how to understand and skillfully respond to the emotions and behaviors of adolescents in their care and allow for parents to receive support and validation from others as they navigate the adolescent years. This group includes a mandatory education day, as well as [...]

Managing Parental Anxiety (ages 0-17) Plus Playtime

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Are you an anxious parent? Do you find yourself worrying about getting it right or doing the wrong thing? Join us as we learn more about why we create these expectations over ourselves and how to grow in emotional and mental well-being Register

Finding Balance: Coparenting with Multi-generations (ages 0-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Do you have a big family? Are you caring for both your parents and children? Does your family have different parenting styles? Whether you have a small or big family, it can be hard to balance your parenting beliefs with others who also care for your child. This session will explore the strategies, and [...]

Krafty Kids (ages 2-6)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Looking for easy ways to stimulate children’s creativity? Join us for easy crafts using readily available materials and learn some ways to make the most of this time with your child. Register