PROGRAMS - 12 to 24 Months
1. STEPS AND STAGES
Steps and Stages is a postnatal support program for parents and their children aged birth to 18 months. Staffed by a Community Health Nurse and Early Childhood Educators, this program focuses on attachment and healthy child development.
Services Offered
- Activities and toys for children
- Parenting Programs
- Healthy Snack
- Toy and Book Lending Library
- Limited transportation within the City of Peterborough
Details
- Where: Otonabee Valley School, River Road South, Peterborough
- When: Tuesdays from 12:30pm to 3:00pm
- Where: St. John School, Peterborough
- When: Wednesdays, 9:30am to 12:00pm
- How to Register: Referral is required. For information on how to obtain a referral or make a self referral please contact at 748-9144,
or by e-mail at kelliew@pfrc.ca
2. WELL BABY & BREASTFEEDING CLINIC
The Well Baby and Breastfeeding Clinic is a service available to parents of children birth to two years of age. Parents can meet one on one with a Community Health Nurse or Lactation Consultant and receive support and information on a variety of topics.
Services Offered
- Breastfeeding Support
- Information on infant nutrition and introducing solid food
- Information and support on a variety of common issues for parents of infants including sleep, safety, development, and nutrition
Details
- Where: Peterborough Family Resources Centre
201 Antrim St (downstairs), Peterborough - When: Thursdays from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
and 1:00pm - 3:00pm
- How to Register: No registration required just drop in! For more information contact the Peterborough Family Resource Centre by phone at 748-9144.
3. ME & MY DAD
Me & My Dad welcomes dads and other male figures (grandfathers, uncles, etc.) and their children to enjoy breakfast, childrens activities, and the opportunity to connect with other dads.
Services Offered
- Toys and crafts
- Circle time
- Toy & Resource Lending Library
- A nutritious breakfast
- Information & support on a range of subjects including childcare, parenting, community resources and much more
Details
- Where: Peterborough Family Resource Centre
201 Antrim St (downstairs), Peterborough - When: Every Saturday from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon. **closed long weekends.
- How to Register: No registration required just drop in! For more information, call 748-9144, or by email at jasonb@pfrc.ca.
4. FAMILIES CONNECT
Families Connect is a group for moms, dads and their children aged 18 months to 4 years. Parents participate in the program by joining their children in play activities, helping with setup and clean up tasks, and by making connections with other parents in the group. Parents can receive information and support from the Coordinator, Early Childhood Educator, and a Resource Librarian. Children experience group play opportunities to promote social development, and participate in crafts and circle time.
Services Offered
- Positive Parenting skills
- Information about childrens healthy growth and development
- Circle Time, Learning Activities, and Crafts
- Healthy snack and lunch
- Peer Support
- Information about other services in the community
- Limited transportation within the City of Peterborough
- Toy and Book Lending Library
Details
- Where: Otonabee Public School, Peterborough
- When: Thursdays, 10:00am - 12:30pm
- Where: St. John School, Peterborough
- When: Mondays, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
- Where: Norwood High School, Norwood
- When: Wednesdays, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
- How to Register: Referral is required. For information on how to obtain a referral or make a self referral please contact Kellie Walden (705)748-9144 ext.314 or by email kelliew@pfrc.ca
5. FAMILY PLAY TO LEARN
The Family Play to Learn program is a drop-in style program for parents, grandparents, or care providers and young children. Children are provided the opportunity to play with other children while learning and developing through a wide variety of fun activities.
Services Offered
- Creative craft area
- Circle time sing-a-long
- Toy and Resource Lending Library
- Information and support on a range of subjects including childcare, parenting, community resources and much more
Details
- Where: Various Locations in Peterborough City and County *View a list of times and locations in the City of Peterborough and surrounding area
- Speech and Language Pathologist every Fourth Tuesday of the month at Antrim Street from 11:00am - 12:00pm
- How to Register: No registration required. Just drop by one of our city or county locations at the time listed!
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6. SONG & SIGNS FOR BABIES AND TODDLERS
Song & Signs for Babies and Toddlers is a three week interactive course for parents to attend with their children ages 10-30 months. Parents will learn a variety of signs through a weekly sign and song circle. Information on the benefits of signing with babies and toddlers and tips for success will be discussed.
Details
- Where: Peterborough Family Resource Centre, 201 Antrim Street
- When: Thursdays, May 23rd – June 13th, 10:00am - 11:00am
- Where: Otonabee Family Hub, Otonabee School, Peterborough
- When: Monday's, April 8th - 29th,
10:00am - 11:30am - Where: Lakefield Family Hub, Lakefield Intermediate School, Lakefield
- When: Thursdays, Jan 24th, 31st, Feb 7th & 14th, 10:00am - 11:00am
- How to Register: Contact the Peterborough Family Resource Centre by phone at 748-9144
7. FEEDING YOUR TODDLER
Do you have questions about when and how to start your baby on solid foods? Would you like to learn how to make your own baby food? Join us for the Feeding Your Baby program and have all your questions answered by a Public Health Nutritionist.
Details
- Not Offered This Session
8. FEEDING YOUR PICKY EATER
Do you have a 3 or 4 year old food critic in your household? Come meet with a Public Heath Nutritionist and learn how to nourish your finicky eater while enjoying family mealtimes again.
Details
- Where: TBA
- When: TBA
- How to Register: Contact the Peterborough Family Resource Centre by phone at 748-9144
9. TODDLERS AND TANTRUMS
Have you ever seen your toddler : crying, screaming, stamping their feet or rolling on the floor? This can be embarrassing for parents especially if it happens in public. In this one evening session, parents of children aged 1-3 years will have an opportunity to discuss: why children have tantrums, how to prevent them and how to manage a tantrum.
Details
- Where: Otonabee Family Hub, Otonabee School, Peterborough
- When: Wednesday, October 24th,
6:30pm - 8:30pm
- Where: Lakefield Intermediate School. Lakefield
- When: TBD
- How to Register: Contact the Peterborough Family Resource Centre by phone at 748-9144
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10. IT'S POTTY TIME: TOILET TRAINING YOUR CHILD
Is your child ready to use the bathroom? How can you make this a positive experience? What signs should you be looking for? If you are thinking about toilet training your child, this is the group for you!
Details
- Where: Peterborough Family Resource Centre, 201 Antrim Street
- When: Wednesday, Oct. 3rd
from 6:30pm to 8:30pm - How to Register: Contact the Peterborough Family Resource Centre by phone at 748-9144
11. BEDTIME FOR TODDLERS AND PRESCHOOLERS
Young children need a good night’s sleep so they can have enough energy for the next day’s activities. In this session we will discuss how to help our children develop healthy, independent sleep patterns.
Details
- Where:: Lakefield Family Hub, Lakefield Intermediate School
- When: Tuesday, October 30
from 6:30pm to 8:30pm - How to Register: Contact the Peterborough Family Resource Centre by phone at 748-9144
12. YOU AND YOUR TODDLER
This is a four week group for parents and their toddlers 1- 3 yrs. These years can be very challenging for children as well as the adults caring for them. In this program parents will have the opportunity to play with their child. Each week there will be activities designed with toddlers in mind. During the morning parents will have the opportunity to discuss: how to support children through the toddler years.
