San Diego
Parent Connection Classes and Events
The Parent Connection brings San Diego families together to provide support, share experiences, enjoy social activities and build lasting relationships.
The Parent Connection offers events for moms, dads, couples, kids, age-appropriate play group located in your area, and support for the entire family. Special events and activities give the whole family a chance to enjoy picnics, celebrate holidays and join in field trips to museums and other local attractions.
Join on-line now! Or call 858-626-6944 for more information.
To see weekly/recurring activities, click here.
Classes and Event listing updated 6/23/09.
| September | 9/12 Scrapbook Marathon - Encinitas Community Center |
| 9/20 Halloween Costume Swap | |
| October | 10/2-10/4 Scrapbook Getaway - Sorrento Valley |
| November | 11/7 Breakfast/Brunch with Santa |
Unless otherwise noted, to reserve a seat for these programs, which are listed in alphabetical order, please click on the registration links below, call 858-626-6944 or email parent_connection@yahoo.com and leave your name, phone number and seminar. Courses are free unless otherwise noted. Your RSVP is your confirmation.
Basic Training For New Dads
Tuesday, June 23, 7-9pm and Saturday, June 27, 9:30-Noon, Scripps Mende Well Being-UTC
Being a new dad can be both exciting and a little overwhelming. There is so much to learn in the first year while juggling work and personal responsibilities. This two-part parenting class is offered as a sequel to the popular Basic Training for Dads-to-Be class and targets the issues most relevant to men who have newborns-to-1 year olds. The first meeting is "Dads Only" to give fathers the chance to take part in a guided discussion and get some facts about the challenges they are facing as new dads. The second meeting is the "Dad Lab" and involves dads brining their baby along to see other dads in action, pick up some pointers, and practice some effective ways to connect with very young children. The cost for both classes is $70 including a bound Basic Training for New Dads informational resource packet. For more information or to register, please call 858-344-4698 or visit http://www.newdadsclass.com/.
Dr. Sear's L.E.A.N. Essentials
Wednesday, June 24, 7:00-9:00p.m., Scripps Clinic, Carmel Valley
Would you like to make your child the healthiest kid in the neighborhood? Join us for a two-hour workshop and introduction to Dr. Sears L.E.A.N. Start Program. Find out why America's most trusted pediatrician, Dr. William Sears, wants families to focus on Lifestyle, Exercise, Attitude, Nutrition, to achieve optimal health. Certified L.E.A.N. instructor, Amy Quinn, would like to help you get your family off to a healthy start of the New Year!
This event is free for Parent Connection members, $10 for nonmembers. Members and nonmembers both register at http://www.sandiegoparent.com/TPC/event/signup.html. Select this class under the Event Name pull-down menu. Indicate the number of attendees and click on Pay online via PayPal. Members will not be charged for the class when they click to pay via PayPal.
Mothers & Daughters about Puberty & Growing Up
Sunday, May 31, 2:30-5:00p.m., Scripps Mende Well Being-UTC
This popular 2 ½ hour seminar presents accurate information for mothers and daughters (9-11 years old) about the normal physical and emotional changes that preteens experience during puberty. Dr. Chrystal de Freitas, pediatrician and mother of three will be leading this discussion.
The cost is $60/mother & daughter pair and includes "Growing Up" bag for the girls. Enrollment is limited and preregistration is required. Register at www.HealthyChats.com.
Hullabaloo
Friday, July 24, 10:30-11:00a.m., Scripps Mende Well Being-UTC
Friday, August 21, 10:30-11:00a.m., Scripps Mende Well Being-UTC
Friday, September 18, 10:30-11:00a.m., Scripps Mende Well Being-UTC
Hullabaloo is farm-fresh, free-range, organic kid-folk in a genre filled with musical Twinkies, and Ding-Dongs. Don't' get us wrong (and please don't sue us Hostess Foods, Inc.), Twinkies and Ding-Dongs are great in small doses. But, after a while, you need something with a little more substance.
Suggested donation of $5/family.
New Parent Social-Adjusting to Parenthood
Friday, June 26, 10-11am, Scripps Mende Well Being-UTC
This class is for parents with newborn babies and will provide tips on surviving the first few weeks after baby comes home. Learn the nine steps to wellness - education, sleep, nutrition, exercise, sharing, emotional support, practical support, referrals and having a plan of action. This event is free for Parent Connection members and for nonmembers. Register at http://www.sandiegoparent.com/TPC/event/signup.html. Select this class under the Event Name pull-down menu. Indicate the number of attendees and click on Pay online via PayPal. You will not be charged for the class when you click to pay via PayPal.
Redirecting Children's Behavior
Various dates and times around San Diego County. Call 858-626-6944 for information.
Enhance your parenting skills through this powerful and practical 5-week course that teaches effective parenting skills in a supportive, loving and nonjudgmental atmosphere. Learn the four principles of why children misbehave and how to nurture self-sufficient, responsible and self-confident children by using techniques that build mutual respect, create positive motivational messages, prevent sibling rivalry and minimize power struggles. This course is taught by supportive and experienced instructors. These popular classes fill quickly. The cost is $350/member family, $395/nonmember family. Fee includes a textbook and a workbook.
Spirited Child Workshop
Learn creative, fun and innovative ways to deal with the challenges of raising a spirited child using techniques from Mary Sheedy Kurcinka's Raising Your Spirited Child and the successful parenting program, Redirecting Children's Behavior.
To register, contact Jackie Hartman at 760-533-5256. The cost for Parent Connection members is $295/couple, nonmembers are $350.
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