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From Infancy to Toddlerhood (Parents of Children 6 mo-18 mos)

LPearce — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 02:30:54 +0000

So many changes take place as a child moves from an infant to a toddler. This class offers a picture of what to expect sequentially in emotional and physical development. Touch on speech development and discuss child temperament. Talk about establishing schedules and routines. Learn how to make good decisions now in understanding and introducing discipline to smooth the behavioral issues that inevitable surface in the future as your little one asserts independence. Your questions are welcome.

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Nobody Told Me! (For Moms Only)

LPearce — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 02:30:19 +0000

If you love being a mom (or want to love being a mom), but had no idea how hard it would be, join us for honest conversation and realistic ideas for making it easier. Facilitators: Liz Pearce and Alex Iwashyna, MD

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The Power of Maybe (Parents of Tweens and Teens)

LPearce — Wed, 29 Sep 2010 02:30:48 +0000

Sometimes an issue between parents and their children seems a matter of black and white. But often there is a spot between yes and no that can be win-win for both parties. Learn the power of “maybe” and when and how to apply it during parent/child conflict.

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Teaching Feelings: Emotional Development of Young Child Birth to 5 Years

LPearce — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 02:30:07 +0000

Successful emotional development, such as how peaceful a child feels to how a child learns to relate to other people is an integral part of doing well with other children; at preschool, at home and in life. This class explores how children develop emotionally and ways to teach children from birth to five years about their feelings and how to manage them.

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Grandparenting:Bridging the Generations (For All Grandparents)

LPearce — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 02:30:22 +0000

One thing most of us agree on is that parenting ideas and knowledge of child development show change from one generation to the next. Learn about some of these changes in safety, development and discipline ideas. More importantly find out how to support and nurture the relationship between parents and grandparents and grandchildren in a way that is respectful and acknowledges the wisdom differing generations bring to the table. Discuss the role of the grandparent, the role of the parent and how to establish positive, open and helpful communication.

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Giving Up Control Without Giving it Away(Parents of Children 5-12 yrs)

LPearce — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 02:30:05 +0000

As children mature they naturally move towards independence. In this class, learn how to set the stage for allowing children more control and responsibility in the behavioral and social decision-making process. Understand the balance of “letting go” and maintaining the parental role of setting appropriate limits for children.

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The Spirited Child (Parents of Children 2 – 6 years)

LPearce — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 02:30:07 +0000

**NEW** Location – This class is being held at CMOR Short Pump! Inspired by the book Raising Your Spirited Child by Mary Kurcinka. Parents and caregivers will learn to:

Re-define the “difficult” child.

Learn how to understand your child’s temperamental traits.

Discover the power of positive labels.

Find ways to cope with tantrums.

Acquire preventative strategies to create a more peaceful, harmonious home and family.

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Connecting with Your Teens

LPearce — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 02:30:46 +0000

• Develop effective communication techniques your teen will respond to
• Establish a positive respectful, relationship while maintaining your role as parent
• Find out how to keep your teen “talking” to you
• Get tips for handling typical teen issues of concern
• Learn the importance of maintaining your role as parent

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When Children Whine and Nag (Parents of Children Ages 2-9 years)

LPearce — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 02:30:36 +0000

• Whining is a common childhood method of getting adult response.
• Discuss what children whine about and why they do it.
• Learn some strategies to help break the whining habit.

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Making Sense of Preschool Meltdowns (Parents of Children Ages 2-5 years)

LPearce — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 02:30:44 +0000

• Discuss some of the most common meltdowns parents of preschoolers experience.
• Understand why meltdowns happen in families.
• Get some effective strategies for minimizing their frequency and intensity.