YWHISPER 2023
Join us for the 11th annual YWHISPER Gala, which returns bigger and better than ever on International Women’s Day – March 8, 2023. Proceeds raised will support YW Calgary.
Burnout: Completing the Stress Cycle (ages 0 – 17)
Stressful situations impact our bodies and brains daily. We go into survival mode when facing threats, but our body does not always return to a sense of safety. Learning how to complete the stress cycle is important to our health. Come learn with us ways to complete this cycle and reduce burnout. Register [...]
Mental Health and Teens (PARENTS OF AGES 12-17)
We all want to see our teenagers get through their adolescent years healthy and happy. In this session, we will talk about common mental health challenges in adolescence, how to recognize when your teen is struggling, and how to help your teen stay mentally healthy. Register
Sibling Relationships (ages 5-17)
Every parent hopes their children will have a strong relationship with one another, but we may feel that we spend most of our time being the referee in their disagreements instead! In this workshop, we will explore sibling dynamics and discuss how to decrease those fights and help your children value and form healthy [...]
Book Club: Connected Parenting (ages 0-17)
Guided by the book, Connected Parenting: How to Raise a Great Kid by Jennifer Kolari. Jennifer’s CALM method for responding to unwanted behavior will help parents connect with their child in any situation to reduce anxiety, de-escalate tantrums instantly and increase self-esteem. Insightful and empowering, Connected Parenting is filled with step-by-step advice and examples from families [...]
Movement for Busy Bodies (ages 2-6)
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
Family Activity: Yoga for Kids (ages 2-10)
Join us for an interactive, whole family activity centred on the meaningful connection between child and caregiver! For June’s Family Activity, we’ll explore mindfulness practices with our children through yoga! Register
Story Time (ages 0-6)
Join us as we read aloud to the children and learn about the benefits of this fun and easy activity. Different stories will be featured each week. Register
Regulating Emotions Thru Our Senses (ages 2-17)
The ability to self-regulate is an important piece of emotional and social development. Did you know that our ability to self-regulate is closely tied to our sensory system? Join us to learn more about how our sensory system impacts our moods and behaviors, and how we can use sensory activities to help our children [...]
Choosing Group Childcare (ages 0-6)
Figuring out the right choice for childcare for you and your family is difficult. Join us in learning more about childcare in Alberta. We will learn about different types of care, what to look for in quality care and how to take the first steps in making your decision. Register [...]