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Raising healthy children with an ability to sustain meaningful relationships is a challenge even in the most ideal situations. Add on hormones, attitude, personality and technology – welcome to the tween and teen years. This presentation by Amy Alamar, EdD is based on her new book, The Parenting Project. Register here for this free event.
Do you ever wonder why your child acts a certain way? Learn how to understand and celebrate your child as the unique individual he/she is! Discover ways to appreciate and nurture your child even if they are very different from yourself or siblings in this presentation by Alexandra “Bunny” Potts. This joint meeting of Parent Teacher Councils in New Canaan is free, but register here.
Have a teen? Come talk about distracted driving, vaping, prescription medication abuse and risk taking – hear from our students on the most effective ways of communicating with your teen on these tough topics. This free presentation by Mike Topazio and high school leadership students takes place in the Wagner Room of New Canaan YMCA.
This workshop will help you prepare for the holidays. We will explore tips for common holiday challenges: handle tantrums, prioritize important family activities, whittle down gift lists and more. Learn how to re-focus on the giving aspect of the season. This free presentation by Barbara McLaughlin takes place in the Lamb Room of New Canaan Library. Register here.
Just like adults, some kids have a hard time managing anxiety caused by stress. Understand what causes anxiety and explore simple strategies to better manage stress and anxiety for both kids and parents. Learn helpful tips from Tracey Masella for more effective communication with your kids to help navigate the tricky terrain of childhood. The event at East Elementary School, 54 Little Brook Road, New Canaan, is free, but register here.