It's easy to feel like you should automatically know how to parent. Or that you should love every messy, stressful, exhausting second of raising a kid. But that's not reality. Your family's learning as you go, figuring out how to keep up, set rules and solve problems together. That's normal, but it isn't easy. Every day brings new challenges, and it can seem like you're always running low…on time, on sleep, on money or patience.
It's no wonder so many parents feel so overwhelmed. TalkReadPlay's FREE Positive Parenting offerings can help. Programs teach families how to spend less time battling misbehavior and more time building close relationships. You'll develop the positive parenting skills to manage stress and encourage healthy habits. And that can mean more good days for your family.
Positive Parenting offerings are for parents with children ages 0-12 years of age.
We don't tell anyone how to be a parent. Instead, we offer practical advice, backed by science and the successes seen by thousands of families. You'll find tips for a range of issues, from raising toddlers to learning how to cope with complex problems at home. With these offerings, you can find the right level of support, set your own priorities and goals, decide what works for your family, and tailor strategies you learn to meet your unique needs.
Build a positive foundation. Get to know the core principles of positive parenting and learn practical ways to deal with everyday challenges.
Thursday, November 5, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Hosted by Watertown Unified School District
Thursday, November 12, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Hosted by Watertown Unified School District
Thursday, November 19, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Hosted by Watertown Unified School District
Thursday, November 5, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Hosted by Lake Mills Area School District
Thursday, November 12, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Hosted by Lake Mills Area School District
Friday, December 11, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Hosted by Lake Mills Area School District
Wednesday, December 2, 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Hosted by Church Health Services
Wednesday, December 9, 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Hosted by Church Health Services
Wednesday, December 16, 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Hosted by Church Health Services
Tuesday, January 12, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Hosted by UW-Madison Extension Dodge County, Parent Resource Place & Beaver Dam Unified School District
Tuesday, January 19, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Hosted by UW-Madison Extension Dodge County, Parent Resource Place & Beaver Dam Unified School District
Tuesday, January 26, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Hosted by UW-Madison Extension Dodge County, Parent Resource Place & Beaver Dam Unified School District
Talk out everyday problems. Bedtime whining? Biting? Public meltdowns? Talk honestly about the misbehavior upsetting your family life with a small group of parents like you.
Check back soon for Discussion Group dates!
The Jefferson County Human Services Department frequently offers a multi-week series of The Incredible Years classes that teach:
TalkReadPlay Positive Parenting offerings are brought to you for FREE by the following partners:
For more information about programs available, please contact Tarasa Lown.
