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Parenting Programs

As responsible pet owners, we know how important it is to provide proper care to our furry friends. During the session, we'll discuss the essential elements of pet care, including proper nutrition, exercise, regular vet visits, and mental stimulation, and how they can positively impact both you and your pet's health. Our experienced speakers will inspire and guide you in being the best pet parent you can be. By the end of the health talk session, you'll take away valuable tips and insights to enhance the health and happiness of your pet companion, while also improving your own health.

Coupled with daily stressors, parenting a child who misbehaves can push us to our breaking point. Before we react, though, it’s important to understand the root of the misbehavior. Are they simply asking for attention, or is it something deeper? In this health talk session, participating parents will gain an understanding of mistaken goals, or mistaken beliefs that lead to misbehaviors. You will develop proactive parenting skills by understanding that children act out to fulfill their need for belonging and significance, helping break that unproductive cycle of misbehavior and negative feelings between parent and child.

Every parent wants the best for their child. Parents of children with special needs are often the only advocates for their child’s health and wellbeing, whether it’s fighting for a more accessible classroom or a better curriculum. In this health talk session, parents will learn how to present their concerns about improving special education programs to the appropriate authorities. From hiring well-trained staff that fully support students to getting extra instructional time, parents of children with special needs will become more confident in pushing for better special education practices.

Being a caregiver to children or aging parents is tough work, especially when combined with a full-time job. With so much responsibility on their plates, caregivers often experience something called compassion fatigue. Caregivers are more prone to this type of burnout, as caring for a loved one is emotionally, physically, and financially taxing. In this health talk session, attendees will learn the importance of self-care and identify ways to implement self-care. As the saying goes, you can't pour from an empty cup, and participants will learn about caregiver burnout signs and risk factors, plus strategies for managing stress.

Parenting is physically and emotionally demanding. No matter how much support we receive from family and friends, and no matter how many parenting books we read, learning how to discipline a child can feel like a struggle. In this health talk session, parents will discuss the long-lasting effects of negative discipline tactics like yelling, nagging, and hitting. Attendees will learn how to set appropriate boundaries and alternatives to negative discipline. These positive strategies help prevent problems that can cause both child and parent to act based on emotion.

Parenting is undoubtedly one of the most stressful jobs out there. From years of sleep deprivation to coordinating work and childcare schedules, parenting-related stress is guaranteed, but you can manage it with the right tactics. In this health talk session, attendees will discuss sources of stress, common symptoms, and stress management strategies. Parents will walk away with an action plan to help prevent, manage, and reduce stress, which is a huge factor in our mental and physical health.

Workers clock out after a shift, but working parents are always on the clock. From keeping the house clean to preparing meals, the daily grind at home can be just as stressful as a day job. In this health talk session, attendees will learn to let go of a perfectionist approach and explore the differences between expectations and reality. When we set healthy expectations, we develop resiliency and harness positive emotions. You will walk away with tips on balancing family and work and division of labor to help your family thrive.