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
Come join us in a gentle yoga practice to learn about poses that will help your baby with digestion and sleep. This is an opportunity to connect and create a strong healthy bond with your baby while enjoying a gentle stretch for yourself. Namaste! In this session, a guest facilitator will lead families into a state […]
Understanding and Supporting Children’s Needs: Separation, divorce and family restructuring can bring about a variety of different changes and challenges for both children and their families. Participants in this workshop will learn more about recognizing and understanding children’s needs and emotions during difficult times. Additionally, participants will explore different strategies and skills to be able […]
Rhymes, stories, and songs. Bring your little on, to come and sing along! Dance, move, get into the grove. Build your attachment in a fun, loving way. This class will make you and your baby’s day!! Register
We will be sharing the fun of different songs, rhymes, movements, and stories. The focus is creative, emotional expression. Register
Amendments to Canada’s Divorce Act: Changes to Canada’s federal Divorce Act came into effect in March of 2021. Come join YW’s Family Access Services team to learn more about these changes and the impact they may have on Canadian families experiencing separation and divorce. Participants will learn more about the impact of family conflict on […]
Join us for a story time with the Rainbow Road! The Rainbow Road offers an enriched Storytime program, incorporating readings of beautiful children's books with on-theme activities featuring movement, creativity, games, and more. Register
Building Your Positive Behaviour Toolbox: This workshop will provide parents and caregivers with evidence-based information, support and resources that will help build the skills too positively, effectively guide, and support children’s behaviours. Participants will learn new and innovative strategies for positive behaviour guidance and understand the impact of separation, divorce and other family conflict, has […]
Talking to Children About Divorce: This workshop equips parents with tools and strategies to navigate conversations about separation and divorce with their children in an age-appropriate and honest manner. Participants will learn how to foster open communication, address children’s questions with clarity and sensitivity, and minimize the impact of toxic stress. The session also explores […]
Family Conflict and the Developing Brain: Conflict can have a profound impact on children’s physical, social, emotional and cognitive development. In this workshop we will explore the impacts of family conflict on the developing brain, and how we, as important adults in a child’s life, can resolve family conflict in ways that help children learn […]
