“Let’s raise children who won’t have to recover from their childhood.” -Pam Leo
This class focuses on the primacy of connection in parenting young children, and on parenting without punishments, consequences or conditional rewards of any kind.
Look deeply past difficult behaviors to discover the underlying needs of our children, and begin to use concrete tools to respond effectively to parenting challenges.
This class covers respectful limit setting, developmental norms, listening to childrens’ feelings, resolving sibling conflicts, and many practical ideas about what to do instead of being either an authoritarian or a permissive parent.
Incorporates concepts from the work of Alfie Kohn (Unconditional Parenting), Dr. Gordon Neufeld (Hold on to Your Kids), Lawrence J. Cohen (Playful Parenting), Pam Leo (Connection Parenting) and Marshall Rosenburg (NVC), as well as the varied professional and personal experience of facilitators Lyla and Emily.
Facilitated by:
- Lyla Wolfenstein, B.S., IBCLC, Parent Educator, Lactation Consultant and Mother of 2
- Emily Troper, ECE, Parenting and Early Childhood Educator and Mother of 4
We offer a 2 hour Connected Parenting Introductory Class at Zenana Spa and Wellness Center. Those who have taken the Introductory Class (or any of our previous Connected Parenting classes) and want continued coaching and support are invited to register for the 4-part Connected Parenting Support and Discussion Series.
registration:
Registration fee includes the class packet, which includes many valuable articles and resources for continued enrichment (or sharing with partners) at home. You may pay below using a credit card/paypal, or call Lyla at (503) 754-2718.
It is strongly recommended that you sign up for the intro class and the coaching series at the same time to ensure a space in the coaching series.
Quiet babies in arms welcome.
Cancellation policy:
2 weeks for full refund, otherwise registration fees can be applied to a subsequent class.
Location:
Connected Parenting Introductory Classes are held at Zenana Spa and Wellness Center, located at: 2024 SE Clinton St. Portland, OR 97202 www.zenana-spa.com
Connected Parenting Support and Discussion Classes (4-part series) are held at Urban Grind Eastside, located at: 2214 NE Oregon St. Portland, OR 97232 www.urbangrindcoffee.com
"Every stage in a child's life is there for a purpose. If we can respect and respond to her needs fully during each stage of her life, she can be done with that stage and move on." -Naomi Aldort
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“We were motivated, energized and supported and became far more positive in our approach with our 3 year old. We immediately saw results.” – Lisa
“I really love the fact that both Lyla and Emily are in the trenches so to speak, and the class felt very community oriented.”
– A.
“These are ladies who know their stuff and are clearly passionate about sharing it with others.” –P.
