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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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6. RESOURCE LIBRARY


The Toy and Resource Lending Library at the Peterborough Family Resource Centre is a place where you can discover your child's imagination! Our resource library is a great place where you can borrow a wide variety of toys and resources for you and your child.

Services Offered


  • High quality, developmentally appropriate toys for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school aged children
  • A wide variety of games, books, and activities supporting early literacy and numeracy
  • Resources for child care providers including themed curriculum kits, and story-based literacy kits

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7. BABY SIGN LANGUAGE


Baby Sign Language is an interactive course designed for parents of infants 6-30 months. The goal of this presentation is to help parents learn how to communicate with their babies before they can talk. This session is for parents. Babies who are not mobile and/or breastfeeding may accompany parents.

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8. 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.

9. 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.

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  • Not Offered This Session

 

 

 

 

     


10. 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.

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  • Where: TBA
  • When: TBA
  • How to Register: Contact the Peterborough Family Resource Centre by phone at 748-9144

11. 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.

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12. 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!

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13. 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.

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  • Where: TBA
  • When: TBA

14. MOVEMENT AND MASSAGE


This three session course will give parents the opportunity to connect with their toddler through movement and gentle touch. The goal of this program is to support the parent's learning about how to promote their child's natural development through: message, relaxation exercises, gentle movements, songs and games. This program is designed for toddlers who are walking (12-24 months). Please bring: any comfort items you feel your toddler may need and snack. Be sure you and your child wear comfortable clothing.

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  • Where: St. John Elementary School, Peterborough
  • When: TBA
  • How to Register: Contact the Peterborough Family Resource Centre by phone at 748-9144