First Steps is for expectant parents, first-time parents, or parents with multiple children. The program consists of 12 classes designed to help you succeed in parenting. Classes meet every Wednesday from 12 - 1 p.m. All classes are free.
Participants earn Gift Cards or Baby Bucks which can be exchanged for baby clothing and supplies.
Text or call 719-544-9312 to register.
Boundaries are vital for children. They teach children how to set limits for themselves and provide self-discipline, but also help both children and parents learn how to give freedom, make mistakes and develop independence in a clear, supportive way. Come learn the importance and mastery of boundaries!
Why is emotional intelligence so important? It encourages self-confidence, increases communication and self- awareness. If you want a child who manages challenges while remaining positivity, this is the class for you!
We’ve all caught our kids in a lie or two. We’ve even told a few ourselves. Why do kids lie, and can you teach them to tell the truth? In this video, we talk about why people lie, how your reaction to your kids’ lies can, in fact, encourage them to lie, and what you can do to create an environment of honesty in your home to help your kids choose truth over lies.
No longer children, yet not adults, the adolescent years can be complex. In this class, we’ll talk about the five things every parent of a teen/tween needs to know!
Routines are important for your child and a sudden change in consistency can really take a toll on them. Learn more about these four powerful tools that you can use to bring security, teach lessons and life skills to the ones who matter the most!
Kids don’t come with manuals.
We all want the best for our kids, but how do we sift through the unending philosophies that are available on parenting and be intentional in how we choose what is best for our family? The number of voices speaking into this issue is overwhelming. Learn the essential elements of parenting and how to apply them in your own home.
The aim of this class is to protect children from sexual abuse by placing responsibility squarely on adult shoulders. This class will educate adults to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.
In this free workshop, we talk about what it takes to create a successful family-life for your children, how you can build rich experiences that shape their character, and the most important things a child needs to build good life skills.
Welcome to Science class, just not as boring! We’re breaking down the research-backed ways parents and caregivers can support children’s healthy brain development.
Family is who do life with. Learn how to create a safe, fun, positive environment filled with memories and traditions for years to come.
How to be an effective parent without micromanaging their every move and decision
We love when our children are happy and we love being able to do for them in ways we didn’t get as kids. But too much of a good thing is never good. We’ll talk about the pitfalls of entitlement and how to edify their childhood with necessary life skills that will prepare them for a successful future.
There are four widely researched styles of parenting: authoritative, permissive, authoritarian, and neglectful. The styles range from controlling to undemanding, and from cold and unresponsive to loving and receptive. In recent years, over-involved parents, who are present in every aspect of their child’s life, are often referred to as the fifth style. They are also known as snowplow or helicopter parents.
Parenting is difficult, especially when raising kids in a world that says only certain kinds of achievements are worth recognizing. How do you raise kids who are true to themselves? 4 experts weigh in on how to best nurture your child's true nature & build a rock solid relationship with them in the process.
Learn how to be prepared for an emergency with an infant or child and get hands-on experience with infant and pediatric CPR. Earn diapers, baby clothes and baby supplies. Bring a support person along with you. Free and confidential.
Every parent will experience meltdowns in their children eventually as they move through toddlerhood. What really causes tantrums? What can you do to help your child through this stage? How do you stop them, or better yet, can you prevent them altogether? And is this a normal phase of life or just bad behavior?
Confidence helps us feel ready for life's experiences. When we're confident, we're more likely to move forward with people and opportunities — not back away from them. And if things don't work out at first, confidence helps us try again
Do you have kids who only listen when that vein is about to pop out of your forehead? Give your voice a rest as we tackle the secret of obedience with minimal headaches.
Every parent will experience meltdowns in their children eventually as they move through toddlerhood. What really causes tantrums? What can you do to help your child through this stage? How do you stop them, or better yet, can you prevent them altogether? And is this a normal phase of life or just bad behavior?
Learn how to study and become an expert on your children, because you cannot fully embrace them until you truly know them. One of the best gifts we as parents can give our children is to set them free to be all that God has created them to be—not forcing them to live out our dreams or comparing them to our friend's kid. In Get equipped with the tools and perspective to: Identify and remove the Perfection Infection from our parenting.
As a first-time mom, you may be uncertain about what to expect during labor and delivery. Register for our free Childbirth class and equip yourself with the knowledge you need to understand the general labor and delivery process.
Your words are incredibly important to your child because you’re incredibly important to your child! Unfortunately, it’s hard to always say the right things. Words are powerful; they can build confidence and self-esteem, or in one heated moment, tear your child down. In this class, we’ll show you how you can grow your toddler through the power of your words, how to avoid saying the things that tear them down, and what to do when you mess up!
Affirmation is essential because when people feel something positive, it facilitates connection. Neurologically, the brain needs to hear five to seven positive comments in order to metabolize one piece of negative feedback. And in addition to general affirmation, your people must hear specific praise from you in order to feel understood.
Why do they whiiiine? Kids are so smart! As they grow and learn to talk, your toddler learns how to get what they want! And they quickly learn that nothing cuts to the core like a well-placed, repetitive, whiny demand. It can be exhausting, but giving in may just make things worse! In this free class, we'll look at what causes whining and what you can do to stop it!
Explore how to build your child’s self-esteem. Hear from adult children of divorce and real-life co-parents as they explain the power of positive words and how they shaped their post-divorce world.
Do you have a child who is a force to be reckoned with? Who won’t take no for an answer, won’t be reasoned with, and won’t do anything they don’t want to do? If so, then you likely have a strong-willed child. Is this good? Is it bad? Can they be taught to comply and cooperate? We’ll talk about these issues and how you can guide your child into becoming the great leader they are destined to be.
Based off the book What Am I Feeling, by John Gottman, in this free workshop, you will learn the different parenting styles and 5 steps of Emotion Coaching.
Engage is a five-lesson, practical course that will help you navigate parenting in a social media age. Packed with expert interviews, a hands-on study and resource guide, downloadable tools, and biblical principles, it's the ultimate tool for not just surviving but thriving as a parent in today's culture and engaging your children on such a crucial topic.
How do you mold your children into responsible adults who will make good choices in life? Trust them and let them have some control over their lives. Learn how to give clear boundaries, walk alongside them and to trust them to develop the crucial skill of making good choices.
Healthy, Damaging or Toxic - How healthy are your relationships? In this lesson, we examine the health of your intimate, parental and platonic relationships, past or present. We will discuss the difference between normal relational conflict, domestic abuse, and narcissism.
Learn how and when to feed their baby, all about nursing, bottle feeding and transitioning to solids. Earn diapers, baby clothes and baby supplies. Bring a support person along with you. Free and confidential.
Participants explore many engaging musical activities to enhance a newborns development: new songs, rhythms and beats which helps to promote language and motor skills.
Every parent will experience meltdowns in their children eventually as they move through toddlerhood. What really causes tantrums? What can you do to help your child through this stage? How do you stop them, or better yet, can you prevent them altogether? And is this a normal phase of life or just bad behavior?
To be an exceptional parent, you need to. be an intentional parent It’s never too late to become an intentional parent. Remember, you are the greatest influence on the life of your child (no matter their age)! And it can all begin with these resources. Let’s walk this important journey—together.
Participants will discover how to help your baby to get a healthy start with nutrition that will last a lifetime.
Participants will discover the 5 critical needs of children, how to "emotion coach," and how to help children develop appropriate emotional behavior.
In partnership with Young At Heart Dental & Vision. This free workshop will provide information on oral and vision health for children in infancy to 3-years-old. The class will include demonstrations as well.
To register for classes, all we need is your full name and phone number.
Text or call 719-544-9312 to sign up!
