Parenting Support
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We know that being a parent is hard work. We offer a variety of parenting classes, programs, and resources to help you be the best parent you can be! Whether you attend one of our Incredible Years series, attend a weekly support group, receive individualized support through the Positive Parenting Program (Triple P), join one of our parent support groups, or become a member of our Resource Corner, we are sure to provide you with the most current child development and parenting information. In addition, all of our workshops and trainings are open for parents to attend! Contact Hannah to find out more information about these programs: Hannah@thechildrenscouncil.org
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Incredible Years Parenting Classes
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The Incredible Years (IY) strengthens parenting skills and teaches effective strategies to help manage children’s challenging behavior. Incredible Years Parent Program is offered to parents and caregivers in two different sessions. Contact Hannah to find out when the next class is starting! Hannah@thechildrenscouncil.org.
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Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) -- One on One Parenting Support
Triple P-which stands for Positive Parenting Program is one of the world’s most effective parenting programs. This program works by giving parents the skills to raise confident, healthy children, and to build stronger family relationships. It helps to manage children’s misbehavior and prevent problems occurring early on.
Parents are given some simple and practical strategies they can adapt to suit their own values and beliefs about what their child’s needs. Parents of children ages 0-12 can meet with a practitioner over several sessions about a particular problem behavior concern they have with their child. You will discuss the causes of the misbehavior and learn ways to prevent the misbehavior. For example, Triple P Parenting topics to address may include: bedtime problems, temper tantrums, disobedience, doing chores, going to the grocery store, sharing and many more topics addressed thru use of a variety of topic tip sheets. Parents meet with parent educator for 4 or 10-week sessions and program is offered on a sliding scale. To sign up email renee@thechildrenscouncil.org.
Parents are given some simple and practical strategies they can adapt to suit their own values and beliefs about what their child’s needs. Parents of children ages 0-12 can meet with a practitioner over several sessions about a particular problem behavior concern they have with their child. You will discuss the causes of the misbehavior and learn ways to prevent the misbehavior. For example, Triple P Parenting topics to address may include: bedtime problems, temper tantrums, disobedience, doing chores, going to the grocery store, sharing and many more topics addressed thru use of a variety of topic tip sheets. Parents meet with parent educator for 4 or 10-week sessions and program is offered on a sliding scale. To sign up email renee@thechildrenscouncil.org.
Parents as Teachers
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Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a parent education and family support program serving families throughout pregnancy until the age of three. Parents are supported by PAT certified Parent Educators trained to translate scientific information on early brain development into specific when, what, how and why advice for families By understanding what to expect during each stage of development parents can easily capture the teachable moments in everyday life to enhance their child’s language development, intellectual development, intellectual growth, social development, and motor skills. For more information contact Robin Triplett at robin@thechildrenscouncil.org or click here.
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Parent Support Groups
We know the importance of connecting with other parents when you have a baby or small child. The Children's Council staff and parent volunteers offer a variety of groups that focus on the developmental milestones of your child, as well as the joys (and stresses) of being a parent! Come join other parents and learn about child development, how to make homemade toys, join a book club, make crafts with your child, or just come to get out of the house! We all need the support of our community to be better parents! For more information contact our Family Services Coordinator, Hannah Mahala at hannah@thechildrenscouncil.org. Please give us a call to find out about which group might be best for you!
Circle of Parents Postpartum Distress Support
Circle of Parents Postpartum Distress Support is a support group for new mothers and birth parents experiencing any symptoms on the spectrum of postpartum distress. We offer a nonjudgmental, supportive environment for you to share your experience with others who are going through similar challenges. This group is open to biological and adoptive mothers and trans and gender non-conforming birth parents. Circle of Parents: Postpartum Distress Support meets virtually every Wednesday from 11-12 PM. The group is free, but we do request registration. Postpartum Distress Support is meeting virtually every other week, and in person at Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship every other week. Virtual times are 11-12, and in person meeting times are 11:15-12:15. Childcare and lunch provided. For more information and/or to register, please contact Sophie Rudisill by email (SophieRudisill@thechildrenscouncil.org) or call The Children's Council (828) 262-5424.
Circle of Parents Pregnancy Connects
Pregnancy Connect: This weekly pregnancy support circle is an opportunity for expectant women to gather virtually to share thoughts, feelings, questions and concerns while building their community. Meets in person every Wednesday from 4:30-5:30 pm at the Children's Council, except for the last Wednesday of each month, which is virtual at that day and time. Light refreshments provided. For more information, or to register, contact allison@thechildrenscouncil.org.
Babes on Blankets
Babes on Blankets is a weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-3 years. At Babes on Blankets, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones, too - you can never be late! Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am - 12 pm at the Children's Playhouse. For more information and/or to register, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children's Council at (828) 262-5424.
Circle of Parents; Elevated Dads ***NEW***
This weekly Dad meet up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts, questions, and concerns while building their community. This group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!
The group will be on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:00PM, the group will start on April 6th, 2023!
***Open House March 23rd, 2023***
The Children's Council will be hosting a super relaxed drop-in open house at our office from 4:30-7:30 for any dads who may be interested in joining group! We will have FREE food, you can meet the facilitators and learn about the group!
Circle of Parents Postpartum Distress Support
Circle of Parents Postpartum Distress Support is a support group for new mothers and birth parents experiencing any symptoms on the spectrum of postpartum distress. We offer a nonjudgmental, supportive environment for you to share your experience with others who are going through similar challenges. This group is open to biological and adoptive mothers and trans and gender non-conforming birth parents. Circle of Parents: Postpartum Distress Support meets virtually every Wednesday from 11-12 PM. The group is free, but we do request registration. Postpartum Distress Support is meeting virtually every other week, and in person at Boone Unitarian Universalist Fellowship every other week. Virtual times are 11-12, and in person meeting times are 11:15-12:15. Childcare and lunch provided. For more information and/or to register, please contact Sophie Rudisill by email (SophieRudisill@thechildrenscouncil.org) or call The Children's Council (828) 262-5424.
Circle of Parents Pregnancy Connects
Pregnancy Connect: This weekly pregnancy support circle is an opportunity for expectant women to gather virtually to share thoughts, feelings, questions and concerns while building their community. Meets in person every Wednesday from 4:30-5:30 pm at the Children's Council, except for the last Wednesday of each month, which is virtual at that day and time. Light refreshments provided. For more information, or to register, contact allison@thechildrenscouncil.org.
Babes on Blankets
Babes on Blankets is a weekly support group for parents of children ages 0-3 years. At Babes on Blankets, you can connect with other parents who are experiencing similar challenges, concerns and questions about their little one. Each week, parents will be able to share and discuss their current concerns and joys, and also learn about one of many parenting topics focused on the first year of life and beyond. Bring a friend and meet some new ones, too - you can never be late! Meets weekly on Mondays from 10:30 am - 12 pm at the Children's Playhouse. For more information and/or to register, please contact Allison Rollans at allison@thechildrenscouncil.org or call The Children's Council at (828) 262-5424.
Circle of Parents; Elevated Dads ***NEW***
This weekly Dad meet up is an opportunity for fathers to gather and hang out with other male caregivers. The purpose is to share thoughts, questions, and concerns while building their community. This group will meet weekly and offer free childcare and a meal!
The group will be on Thursday evenings from 5:30-7:00PM, the group will start on April 6th, 2023!
***Open House March 23rd, 2023***
The Children's Council will be hosting a super relaxed drop-in open house at our office from 4:30-7:30 for any dads who may be interested in joining group! We will have FREE food, you can meet the facilitators and learn about the group!