Registered Parenting Programs
Infant Massage
Join three 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. Childminding is not provided.
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 9th from 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: EarlyOn at 410 Bronte Street South.
Self-Regulation Series
Join us for a 4-week series on self-regulation where we will discuss what self-regulation is, how stressors affect you and your child and how you can support your child in building strong self-regulation skills. Childminding is provided for these sessions, all children must be registered separately to attend the children’s program.
Date & Time: Tuesday, September 16th, 23rd, 30th and October 7th from 9:30 - 11:30am
Location: EarlyOn at 410 Bronte Street South.
Resources
Preparing for Kindergarten
An online collection of info, tips and resources to help you prepare your child for the transition to school. Click the image above to access the full 6 weeks series.
Parent Resource Library
Our informal Parent Resource Library offers books, videos and reference material on loan free of charge. Articles and tip sheets related to parenting are also available.
Library resources can be borrowed for two week periods.
Parent Educators and Navigators are available to assist with the selection of resource material, answer parenting questions and direct clients to appropriate services.
Library Hours
The library is currently available during program hours only.
Locations
- Parent Library @ Viola Desmond Public School (located in the EarlyOn Child and Family Centre)
For assistance please contact:
MCRC Navigators - 410 Bronte Street South
905-876-1244 ext 238
navigators@mcrc.on.ca
Parenting Supports
Public Health Nurse Visits
Once a month (fall through spring) a Public Health Nurse with the Child Health Program, Region of Halton, will be on-site to share information and resources through formal and informal consultations. This is a great opportunity to ask questions related to your child’s health.
For further information call (905) 876-1244 ext.210
Links
Child Care Directory and Information Line
Our Kids Network
Halton Multicultural Council
Families Canada
Lighthouse - Peer Support for Grieving Children, Youth and their Families
Caring For Kids (Information for parents from Canada's pediatricians)