Relationship-based Parenting
PLEASE NOTE:
- This is a workshop and therefore its purpose is to deliver information in a supportive way – this is not a therapy or support group
- lN-PERSON and VIRTUAL workshop policies: https://www.guelphfht.com/wellness-matters-terms-conditions/
Registration
Participants must pre-register for all workshops, and be 18 years of age or older to attend. Registration opens 1 MONTH PRIOR to start date
JULY – DECEMBER 2026
Workshop dates, times and locations:
VIRTUAL Relationship-based Parenting
Dates (4 sessions to attend): Tuesday September 22, 29, October 6, 13
Time: 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm EST
Location: VIRTUAL Webinar
VIRTUAL Relationship-based Parenting
Dates (4 sessions to attend): Friday November 6, 13, 20, 27
Time: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm EST
Location: VIRTUAL Webinar
For VIRTUAL webinars:
These workshops are run by trained professionals and are designed to be interactive.
PLEASE NOTE: THIS CLASS REQUIRES YOUR VIDEO/CAMERA TO BE ON, which helps the workshops run effectively.
For ONLINE WORKSHOPS: The link to virtual webinars are sent in the registration confirmation email. If you don’t see this email in your inbox, be sure to check junk/spam folder.
Who is this workshop for?
For parents and caregivers with children 0-8 years.
How long is the workshop?
4 sessions (1/week), 1 hour each session.
For Webinars: *You’ll use the same Zoom link, meeting ID and password (that you receive in your confirmation email) to join each week
What will I gain from attending this workshop?
Session 1 – Learning about your child’s attachment needs
Daily practices to build a secure relationship with your child
The power of ‘Serve and Return’ and responsive parenting
What co-regulation means, and how to recognize parental triggers
Session 2 – What is discipline and what is not?
How to support challenging behaviors
Information about brain development, and having realistic expectations for your child
The concept of ‘Firm and Kind’ parenting
The importance of co-regulation
Session 3 – Supporting your child during transition times
Why transitions such as bedtime and good-byes can be challenging for children
Reflecting on how a parent’s response/behaviour makes a difference
The importance of co-regulation
Session 4 – Reducing parental stress
Why does parenting feel so challenging at times?
The myth of perfect parenting!
How to read your child’s behaviour as a signal for a need, and how to stay ‘Firm and Kind’
Facilitated by: Joanne Smyth, BAA-ECE,Dip CS, Teacher OCT, Parent Educator and Susan Varga, Registered Early Childhood Educator, Parent Educator
In partnership with:
