Registered Parenting Programs
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: September 10th - 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: EarlyOn at 410 Bronte Street South.
Circle Of Security
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you. The Circle of Security Parenting™ program is based on decades of research about how secure parent-child relationships can be supported and strengthened. Join two of our educators for an 8 week workshop and learn ways to help your child organize their feelings, support your child’s exploration in the world, read and respond to your child’s cues, promote a secure relationship with your child, and so much more. This workshop requires registration. You are registering for all 8 weeks. Childminding is available but limited – each child must be registered separately.
Date & Time: Tuesdays - 9:30am - 11:00am (September 17th - November 5th)
Location: EarlyOn at 410 Bronte Street South.
Parent Connects
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.
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)