Join us on Google Meet for conversations about parenting ages 2-12 facilitated by Sharon Bain, LCSW. Our annual series of conversations with parents addresses topics related to child guidance and child development with information and resources presented in the context of a positive discipline philosophy.
RSVP Info
Please RSVP to Liz Betson at [email protected].
If you have questions, you may call the ECDC office at 574-284-4693
The Joys and Challenges of Toilet Training
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at noon on Google Meet, facilitated by Sharon Bain, LCSW.
Wondering when to start, when to pause and how to re-start the toilet training process? Tired of your child needing to use the toilet right after tuck-in time? Feeling frustrated when your child does the potty dance but won’t stop play to get to the bathroom? Join us for a discussion about these toilet training challenges and more.
Learn strategies for engaging your child in the joys of learning and growing their independence.
Sibling Rivalry, Peer Conflict and Promoting Practice of Conflict Resolution Skills
Thursday, March 6, 2025 at noon on Google Meet
This presentation will offer preventative and reparative methods to decrease conflict while allowing for normal tension and disagreement so that children can practice their developing conflict resolution skills.
Adjusting to School and Avoiding the Morning Mad Dash
Thursday October 3, 2024 at noon on Google Meet
Does it seem like your child is still struggling to get into the rhythm of going to school? Are you tired of getting started on the wrong foot on school mornings? Are you once again herding the children through the morning sequence? If so, you are in good company. Some of the most common complaints I hear in my office are related to the painful morning routine. Come hear how children can learn to enjoy having morning responsibilities. And yes, it is possible to wake up to a calm household and even enjoy a cup of coffee in peace.
A Brief Summary of ECDC’s Approach to Child Guidance
Wednesday November 6, 2024 at noon on Google Meet
Come discuss the foundational principles of Positive Discipline with us and hear stories of success that we’ve gathered from teachers and parents about strategies that have won children’s cooperation both at school and home.
Navigating through Bedtime Battles and other Tricky Transitions
Thursday December 5, 2024 at noon on Google Meet
Lessen daily struggles at home by learning how to mirror 3 secrets teachers know about guiding children through daily transitions: establishing predictability, offering choices within limits and engaging your child’s strengths.
