In this interactive series, the focus is on understanding the unique challenges parents of children under age 5 encounter as their children move through the toddler and preschool years. Topics include but are not limited to: effective communication, the link between behaviour and temperament,  the link between brain development and behavior, understanding child development, having […]

Starting Monday April 20th we will meet Monday  mornings 10:00-11:45 for 8 sessions until June 15th. With the latest COVID 19 updates we will be offering this using Zoom technology. Simple to use and we can certainly walk you through the process. A secure attachment between child and caregiver is critical to a child’s current […]

Covid 19 has created an unusual and unsettling situation for all of us. We are in the midst of change and uncertainty, which can create worries, fears and many questions; and yet we can positively move forward especially when we know we are not alone. Join us on Zoom to examine topics including managing fears and […]

Parenting in uncertain times.....in this interactive series, using ZOOM, we will  focus  on understanding the unique challenges parents of children under age 5 encounter as their children move through the toddler and preschool years. Topics include but are not limited to: effective communication, the link between behaviour and temperament, understanding child development, having appropriate behavioral […]

Information Children and Burnaby Neighbourhood House will be offering the Stress Busters online workshop for all families.   ·         Are you feeling overwhelmed, agitated, isolated? ·         Are you experiencing and increase in both parent and child meltdowns and tantrums? ·         Do you have worries of leaving the house, staying safe and going to the playground or park? ·         Are you finding […]

Thursdays 10:30 AM -12:00 PM: July 16th - August 20th, 2020 The first months of parenting can be an exciting and wondrous time, and there is so much to discover and learn! It’s a time of self exploration and it can also be a time when you, as a new parent, feel overwhelmed and exhausted while […]

Are you tiring of Zoom?   We are missing you and if any of you are interested in meeting one on one for a "Walk & Talk in the Park" please give us a phone call and we can coordinate a coaching session with some fresh air and exercise, all the while keeping our physical […]

Online Free New Parent’s group Tuesdays  10:30AM - 12:00PM: September 29 - November 10, 2020 The first months of parenting can be an exciting and wondrous time, and there is so much to discover and learn! It’s a time of self exploration and it can also be a time when you, as a new parent, […]

This COS series will be held together with our partner organization Parent Support Services. Starting Tuesday October 6th - Nov 17th we will meet Tuesday mornings 10-11:45 for 7 sessions until  Nov 17, 2020. A secure attachment between child and caregiver is critical to a child’s current and future well being. Research shows that secure […]

'Parenting in the Middle Years' is a supportive and educational series for parents of children ages 6 to 12 years. Topics covered include: understanding middle childhood development, encouraging social-emotional competency, responding to school and family life challenges - bullying, Covid concerns, fostering positive peer relationships, understanding temperament, and strategies for effective positive discipline and guidance […]