Understanding Influences: Family Conflict and the Developing Brain

YW Calgary Online (Virtual) 1715 17 Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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 appropriate conflict-resolution skills and build resiliency. […]

Building Your Teen’s Self-esteem

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

The adolescent years are a time when self-esteem can fluctuate wildly. This workshop will explore what self-esteem is, what impacts self-esteem, and how we can help our teens have a healthy sense of self and have confidence in themselves and their abilities. Register

Resilience: Stressful Experiences and Child Development

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Did you know your child can be also stressed just like any of us? During this session, we will explore different types of stresses children experience and how it affects their development, followed by a group discussion about strategies for developing resilient children. Register

the Alex Dental Bus

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

Anyone under 25 can have an appointment Information for families: The Alex Dental Health Bus will be parked at the YW Hub (1715 17 ave SE). Only one caregiver will be allowed on the bus per family. There may not be access to washrooms on site. Please be prepared to wait outside. Parking is available […]

Infant Feeding Series: Creating Healthy Habits

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Creating Healthy Eating Habits for a Lifetime (ages 6 – 12 months): What to do about food refusal? How do I know that my child is eating enough? What is the Feeding Relationship and how to use this to cope with mealtime struggles and create positive mealtimes? Register

Dad Chat: Modern Fatherhood

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Join us for an evening of community, honest conversation, and discussion about the reality of fatherhood in today’s world. How can fathers challenge social norms of parenting and grow in their ability to connect meaningfully with their children. This session will highlight a father’s role, but is not limited for those who do not identify […]

Building a Sensory Box

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

Need a great new way to engage your children for hours? Join us in building your own customized sensory bins which provides opportunities for children's imagination to run wild. Supplies will be provided and you can start expanding play at home. Register

Building Your Parental Toolbox

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Being a parent requires us to have many skills and abilities that we did not even know we needed! Join us to learn about how to fill your parental toolbox with strategies for dealing with those challenging child and adolescent moments. Register

Movement for Busy Bodies

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

Learning Styles 101

Virtual - Family Resource Network Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Did you ever question why there is only one way to learn when you were in school? Did it work for you? Did you know there is more than one way of learning? Come join us for a session on exploring different types and styles of learning and approaches to support your child's learning style.