Parenting Styles (0-17)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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

LENA Start (ages 0-4) HYBRID

Genesis Centre 7555 Falconridge Blvd NE #10, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

LENA Start is a program for parents that uses regular feedback from LENA’s “talk pedometer” technology to help increase interactive talk in order to close the early talk gap, improve school readiness, and build stronger families. This is a 10-week, closed group for families with children ages 0 - 4 from April 19th to June 21st […]

Free

Coffee and Connection (ages 0 – 17)

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

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 […]

Free

Sensory Play for Little Ones (Ages 0-6) – WAITLISTED

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

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 […]

Free

What is Attachment? (ages 0 – 6)

Virtual FRN Calgary, Alberta, Canada

…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

Free

Creating Consistencies

Virtual- Strengthening Families

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 on children’s development, and will […]

Preparing for Group Childcare (ages 0-6)

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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

Changing Families

Virtual- Strengthening Families

Changes to Canada’s federal Divorce Act came into effect in March of 2021. Come join us 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 children, describe how the changes can help keep families […]

Loose Parts Play (ages 0-6)

YW Family Resource Network 1715 17 Ave SE, 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

Free

Taking Care

Virtual- Strengthening Families

This workshop will examine the specific challenges that family restructuring can bring and focus on strategies to promote self-care in adults and children to enhance overall family well-being during separation and divorce. Participants will learn strategies and develop tools to keep themselves and their children emotionally safer through family transitions, as well as recognizing the […]