All families experience stress at times. In this session we will learn more about healthy and unhealthy coping strategies for parents, children, and teens, that we use when we are stressed, upset, scared, or feeling out of control. Register
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 [...]
Join us with your children for a fun session with the Calgary Fire Department to learn how to keep ourselves safe in case of a fire. Topics covered will include Hot vs Not Hot Items, Tools and Toys, Close Before You Doze, Smoke Alarm Awareness, Home Escape Plans and What to do In Case [...]
What is a consequence, and does it work for our children? Have you tried "time out" or "consequences" but weren't successful? In this session, we will explore different types of consequences that are age and developmentally appropriate, and we will explore when, where, and how, we can give consequences to our children. [...]
Whether your child is just starting preschool or finishing up high school, we all want our children to thrive in school, and we don’t like to see them struggle. In this session we will talk about working with your child’s teacher, navigating IPP’s and ensuring your child gets the support they need, as well [...]
Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! STEM curriculum has been booming in schools, but did you know we can teach STEAM to our little ones as well? This workshop will explore different ways to introduce STEAM to our children during the early years and how we can support cognitive development. Register with us for [...]
While your youth are enjoy games and fun together, join other parents in connecting about the joys, triumphs and challenges of these teen years. Register
This workshop will provide parents with information about anxiety in children and youth with a focus on back to school anxiety. Learn information about the difference between anxiety versus other uncomfortable emotions and how you can support your child with their emotions surrounding the return to school. Register with us for our in-person workshops [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
