0-5 PARENTING: PUTTING THE "FUN" INTO FUNDAMENTALS

Now is the time your children are learning habits and attitudes they will carry with them forever.

It's often the small things you do every day that contribute most to your child's well-being. Each stage of development builds on the one before, and together they create a strong foundation -- for life.

Our series on parenting fundamentals gives you tools to forge the healthiest daily routines you can. We've reviewed the latest scientific research to bring you new information about child development and practical solutions that really work.

Join us for one, two, or all of these workshops, in any order you choose.
Child care available!

* Expectant parents welcome in all workshops. The ones marked with an asterisk are especially helpful for those preparing for the birth of their child.

INSTRUCTOR: Eileen Escarce, PhD, MSN
COST: $25 per person; $40 per couplez

$100, Five-Class Card (choose any 5 workshops)
Please call with any questions: 310.395.5650
If you purchase a 5-class card, please pre-register with us for the particular workshops you plan to attend.

Establishing Good Sleep Habits* (0–5 yrs)
REGISTER: $25/person | $40/couple
Thursday, Sept 9 • 12:00-1:30 pm
Getting children to sleep isn't easy! Learn about common sleep patterns from birth to five years and how to promote healthy habits.

Reading to Your Child: Make the Most of It* (0–5 yrs)
REGISTER: $25/person | $40/couple
Saturday, Sept 11 • 12:00-1:30 pm
Reading is a wonderful way to connect with children and build cognitive skills: listening, memory and vocabulary. Learn new ways to read together, and get our list of great books to read aloud.

Teaching Your Baby to Sign (3-18 mos)
REGISTER: $25/person | $40/couple
Thursday, Sept 16 • 12:00-1:30 pm
Babies who sign get less frustrated, since they can express their needs. They also development important language skills. Learn simple ways to share non-verbal communication with your child.

It Takes Two to Talk: Language Development* (0–5 yrs)
REGISTER: $25/person | $40/couple
Thursday, Sept 23 • 12:00-1:30 pm
Your interactions with your child are key to language development. Learn how to foster your children's language skills, increase vocabulary, and set the stage for lifelong learning.

Navigating the Toddler Years (9 mos–3 ½ yrs)
REGISTER: $25/person | $40/couple
Saturday, Sept 25 • 12:00-1:30 pm
For parents, the toddler years can be some of the most trying -- tantrums, toilet training, and testing independence. We make it a little easer, with new information about why toddlers do what they do and practical tips to parent them effectively.

Preparing for Preschool (2–4 yrs)
REGISTER: $25/person | $40/couple
Thursday, Sept 30 • 12:00-1:30 pm
Starting preschool is a big transition -- for you and your child. Give your child a strong, secure launch, with preparation that includes practical tips on handling separation and new environments, and ideas for helpful books to read and activities to plan ahead of time.

Recognizing Key Developmental Stages* (0–5 yrs)
REGISTER: $25/person | $40/couple
Saturday, October 2 • 12:00-1:30 pm
As your child grows and changes, your parenting should too. Learn what to expect at each stage of development. Be the best parent you can be, at every age.

Developing Healthy Eating Habits* (0–5 yrs)
REGISTER: $25/person | $40/couple
Saturday, October 7 • 12:00-1:30 pm
Build good eating habits early, when children are developing lifelong food tastes. Learn about introducing solids, picky eaters & more.