Book Club
Mindfulness can make you a better parent – join two of our registered Early Childhood Educators for an eight-week book club. We will be reading and discussing “Raising Good Humans” by Hunter Clarke-Fields, MSAE. This book focuses on powerful and practical strategies to break free from "reactive parenting" habits and strategies for cultivating respectful communication, effective conflict resolution, and reflective listening. Each participant will be provided with a free copy of Raising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke-Fields, MSAE. Digital and audio book versions are available through the Milton Public Library. This workshop requires registration. Childminding will be provided and each child must be registered to attend.
Date & Time: Tuesdays, January 7th - February 25th from 10 - 11am
Location: EarlyOn at 410 Bronte Street South.
Stress Management and Mindfulness
with Dr. Shar Rai, BA Psych and Andrea Bosco RYT BA
This presentation offers lifelong tools and practices to help individuals manage and cope with everyday challenges. What is stress, how we perceive stress, how the body processes stress, identifying stress as a state of mind and the impact is has on physical conditions will be discussed in detail. We will also take a deeper look into mindfulness and its importance in creating a more harmonious life.
Note: This presentation requires registration. Child minding will be provided for the in person session, registration required.
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 3rd from 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: EarlyOn at 410 Bronte Street South.
Date & Time: Tuesday, December 10rd from 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Virtual on Zoom
Infant Massage
Join two of our Educators for a hands-on program where you will participate in infant massage along with your baby. This is a chance to learn about the benefits of massage, gain parenting confidence, and build strong connections with your infant. You will be able to talk and connect with other new parents as well as seek support from our Educators during the first months of your child's life. This program is intended for caregivers and their infants between the ages of 0-8 months. Please choose a low-scent, food-grade, nut-free oil for Infant Massage. Be sure to test it on your newborn at least 24 hours prior to your first class. Our recommendation is Grapeseed oil, but olive, coconut, or other are also acceptable. Bring it with you, as well as a towel on the day of program. This workshop requires registration.
Ages: 0-8 months
Date & Time: December 17th - 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: EarlyOn at 410 Bronte Street South.
Parent Connect
Caring for young children takes lots of time and energy. Sometimes a chance to chat and have a cup of tea can be just the thing you need. Our Parent Connect program offers just that – come and join us for an hour, a cup of tea or coffee and an opportunity to connect with Janina and other parents and caregivers while our educators support your children in their play. This is a drop-in program.
Ages: 0-6
Mondays 9:00am - 10:30am at EarlyOn at Viola Desmond Public School, 1450 Leger Way, North Entrance.
To request a kit please email navigators@mcrc.on.ca with the topic(s) you are interested in.