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
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This session will explore the challenges of being a single parent and will focus on the strengths of single-parent families. We will discuss how to build self-esteem and confidence in single parents, discover how to implement lasting traditions and provide strategies for dealing with access and visitation. Please note, this session was rescheduled for Thursday, [...]
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Coffee and Connection is a program that provides a safe and supportive environment where caregivers can come together to discuss their challenges, share their experiences, and learn from one another. During each session, participants will be provided with a warm cup of coffee to enjoy while they engage in discussions and activities. The program [...]
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We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register
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Come to the Hub and enjoy fun, family friendly activities in our play space! Through play, crafts, and opportunities for imagination, this time will be spent engaging with your child in a safe, fun environment with facilitator led activities. Register
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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 [...]
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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. [...]
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Do you have a child who will be entering school for the first time this year, moving up to the next phase in school, or are you new to the city? Then this workshop is for you! We will explore all the different educational options in Calgary, and discuss things to consider when choosing a [...]
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Coffee and Connection is a program that provides a safe and supportive environment where caregivers can come together to discuss their challenges, share their experiences, and learn from one another. During each session, participants will be provided with a warm cup of coffee to enjoy while they engage in discussions and activities. The program will [...]
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This workshop will help introduce you to science, technology, engineering, art and math and how the exposing your child to STEAM supports all areas of their development. Register
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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
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Singing, rhyming and story telling help build babies' brains. Come and enjoy and interactive session with your child. Register
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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 early [...]
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Learn about the differences in parenting across cultures and how to parent in a new culture. Register
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Coffee and Connection is a program that provides a safe and supportive environment where caregivers can come together to discuss their challenges, share their experiences, and learn from one another. During each session, participants will be provided with a warm cup of coffee to enjoy while they engage in discussions and activities. The program will [...]
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We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register
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Come to the Hub and enjoy fun, family friendly activities in our play space! Through play, crafts, and opportunities for imagination, this time will be spent engaging with your child in a safe, fun environment with facilitator led activities. Register
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Everybody has a parenting style, what’s yours? This workshop will help participants learn about different parenting styles and how these different approaches fit for kids. Register |
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Coffee and Connection is a program that provides a safe and supportive environment where caregivers can come together to discuss their challenges, share their experiences, and learn from one another. During each session, participants will be provided with a warm cup of coffee to enjoy while they engage in discussions and activities. The program will [...]
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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. This session is currently [...]
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…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. Register
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Starting at a new group childcare setting is a huge adjustment for everyone in the family. Join us in a discussion of ideas to help with this transition, manage expectations and practical tips. This session builds on Choosing Group Childcare. Register |
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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. This session is currently [...]
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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! Register
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Planning ahead and being proactive with our routines can help you, your child and your family thrive in any season. This session will provide caregivers with a framework of understanding the importance of routines and expectations, how to implement them and how to use them to grow more connected with your child. Register |
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Coffee and Connection is a program that provides a safe and supportive environment where caregivers can come together to discuss their challenges, share their experiences, and learn from one another. During each session, participants will be provided with a warm cup of coffee to enjoy while they engage in discussions and activities. The program will [...]
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What is Adventurous Play? What does it look like? What does it mean? Join us with your little ones for an interactive session at the park where we will explore different types of risky play and what that looks like for young children. We will learn how risk-taking during play can expand children’s healthy development [...]
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We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register
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