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6-Week Parenting Class Series starting on November 5th, 2016
This class will provide education, practice, and support for parents and caregivers of children of any age. The material is based on Echo Parenting’s 10-week curriculum as well as the works of Alfie Kohn and Naomi Aldort. Education During the six weeks we will cover the curriculum established by Echo Parenting. Topics include: Parenting practices and family history Theory […]
Parenting with Empathy: How to stay emotionally connected with your child
Free Parenting Class at 1 p.m. – 3 p.m., Saturday, November 21st 2015 Mar Vista Public Library, 12006 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066 In this class we will discuss the importance of the emotional trust between parent and child and will look at ways to keep it alive, even in seemingly conflicting situations. Together, we will learn: What […]
Free parenting class: Setting and Maintaining Healthy Boundaries
1 p.m. – 3 p.m., Saturday, October 24th Mar Vista Public Library, 12006 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066 In this class we will focus on boundaries and limits. You will get a chance to share your experiences and get a new perspective on any places where you feel stuck. Together, we will learn: How […]
Ongoing Parenting Class and Support Group in Mar Vista, CA
Every third Sunday starting March 15th in Mar Vista, CA Space is limited, please RSVP for the upcoming class. We will send you the location details via e-mail. Dates: Sunday, March 15 at 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (RSVP) Sunday, April 5 at 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (RSVP) Sunday, April 26 at 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (RSVP) Sunday, […]
Free Class – The Smart Parent’s Toolset, Part 1 – Rethinking Time-outs
1 p.m. – 3 p.m., Saturday, September 20, 2014 Mar Vista Public Library, 12006 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066 For more information, contact andrei@thejoyofparenting.org As parents in the 21st century, we are often stuck with parenting practices rooted in the distant past. Some of them may be good, others may be good in the short-term […]
Free Parenting Class on August 16: Unconditional Parenting
1 p.m. – 3 p.m., Saturday, August 16 2014 Mar Vista Public Library, 12006 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066 For more information, contact andrei@thejoyofparenting.org How can a parent support qualities like self-confidence, love for learning, intrinsic motivation and respect? What are our current parenting practices and what results are they producing? In this 2-hour parenting […]
Free Parenting Class: Your Long-term Parenting Goals
1 p.m. – 3 p.m., Saturday, July 26 2014 Mar Vista Public Library, 12006 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066 Raising a child is a long-term project which takes close to two decades. During these two decades a parent will make thousands important decisions, often in a hurry and without sufficient information. It is important that […]
Free Parenting Workshop: Beyond Praise and Punishment
When: 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 14 Where: Mar Vista Public Library, 12006 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066. ( Map ) The Art of Appreciation: Beyond Praise, Bribes and Punishment Positive reinforcement, gold stars, punishment and rewards have been at the top of the parenting toolbox for many years and are routinely used across […]
Free Parenting Workshop: “Yes, And” Parenting
When: 12:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, July 27 Where: Mar Vista Public Library, 12006 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066. ( Map ) Many daily situations end as small or large conflicts which may strain our relationships and make communication difficult. In this 2-hour free parenting class we will look at ways to prevent or quickly […]
Free Parenting Workshop: Taking the High Road — Making choices in the face of stress and conflict
When: 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, June 22 Where: Mar Vista Public Library, 12006 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066. ( Map ) As parents, we are often challenged and stressed. How do we avoid making decisions which we later regret? How do we mend hurtful actions and words? How do we deal with being triggered […]