Parent Chat: Managing Holiday Chaos (ages 0-17)

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

Do you look forward to the holidays, or dread the stress and chaos they bring? Join us to chat with other parents about minimizing the holiday stress and protecting our mental wellness during the holidays. Register

‘Tis the Season for Smart Spending

YW Calgary Hub 1715 17 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB, Canada

Give yourself the gift of financial stability this holiday season and join Neo Financial & YW Calgary for a casual Q&A on holiday spending! Tackle emotional spending habits, discover the benefit of financial gifts and their value over time, and learn the tools and skills needed to avoid financial pitfalls during this casual conversation. [...]

Free

Sibling Relationships (ages 5-17) Plus Playtime

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, 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 [...]

Choosing Group Childcare (ages 0-6)

Virtual FRN Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Starting your child in childcare can be hard for the whole family. In this session we will talk about childcare in Alberta. We will learn about different types of care, what to look for in quality care and how to prepare ourselves for the new start. Part one of two. Follow up is Preparing [...]

Music and Movement (ages 18m-6)

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

We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register

Creativity in the Snow (ages 0-12)

Riley Park 800 12 St NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us for an interactive gathering at Riley Park for some distanced play in the snow and chat. Come for the whole time, or just for some. This casual meetup is a great way to get to know other families in our community! Dress warm for some active outdoor play in the snow. [...]

Busy Bodies (ages 0-8) Plus Playtime

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

This workshop will explore different definitions of physical literacy and what that looks like for young children. Facilitators will share information on how being active benefits children for their healthy development (including their brain development) as well as builds strong foundations that will help them thrive and stay active for life! [...]

Burnout: Completing a Stress Cycle (ages 0-17)

Virtual FRN Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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. [...]

Bellies and Babies (ages prenatal -3 mos)

Virtual FRN Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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, labor and birth, breastfeeding / feeding your baby, infant sleep, newborn care, transition to parenthood and [...]