Anita Olson, our Early Childhood Community Consultant has put together some resources for you:
- Purpose Society is offering a wonderful 6 week parenting program in February and March – and it’s free! Nobody’s Perfect offers parents to meet other parents, share questions, concerns and ideas, discuss real-life parenting experiences and discover ways of positive parenting! Check out the attached poster for more details/registration, call 778-727-0786 or email elizabeth.cottam@purposesociety.org
- Eating together as part of your daily routine can be a great opportunity to bond with young children. Taking this time to connect with each other has many potential benefits, including increased social skills, an understanding of family values and traditions, a strong sense of belonging, and good nutrition (source: Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council & Vancouver Island Health Authority). Learn more @ www.feelingsfirst.ca. Ask open ended questions to better understand your child.
- Who is your hero and why?
- What makes you laugh the most?
- What made you smile today?
- What are some of your favorite memories?
- If you had 3 wishes, what would you wish for?
- Burnaby Public Library continues to offer their online Babytime program on Wednesdays at 230 PM. Share songs, rhymes, stories with your baby (0-18 months) and meet new parents. Registration is required. If you would like more information check out the BPL website,here.
- Establishing daytime and evening routines can help a child get a good night’s sleep. If they’re sleeping well, chances are you’ll sleep better too! Here are some tips on how to help a child get a full night of sleep (Source: Healthy Families BC). Learn more @ www.feelingsfirst.ca. You can help young children get a full night’s sleep by
- Keep regular sleep and wake times – a regular sleep schedule has been shown to help regulate emotions.
- Relax before bed – soothing bedtime routines can help children relax and feel ready for sleep.
- Help you child feel safe at night – some children may feel better with a night-light or a comforting object.
- Spend time outside during the day – natural light helps produce melatonin at the right times in a child’s sleep cycle.
- Get daily exercise though play – explore play as a physical activity to help children sleep longer and better.
- If you are interested in a free one-on-one consultation about your child’s development, behavior, parenting tips, tricks and education please email or call me, Anita, to set up either a virtual appointment or a socially distanced visit in the community.
aolson@fsgv.ca 604-723-9548
Anita Olson (she/her) ECE, BA, MEd
Early Childhood Community Consultant
T 604 525 9144
M 604 723 9548
3rd Floor – 321 Sixth Street, New Westminster BC V3L 3A7
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