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Being A Father: Being Consistent (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Your children need you to be their dad through thick and thin. They need you in good times and hard times. And they need you to be consistent in your actions, love, and teaching. We will talk about what it means to be a consistent father and how you can do it year after year,

First Year: Getting Your Baby To Sleep (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Why do babies sleep for such short stretches of time, and when can you expect yours to sleep through the night? What is a normal sleep cycle, and what makes a baby a “good” sleeper? We will answer these questions and more in this class.

Being A Father: Respecting Your Babies Mother (In-Person)

Embrace the journey of self-improvement, understanding, and considerate parenting. It's time to elevate your role as a father and create a foundation of respect that benefits both you and your children.  This class is good for moms too!

Understanding Your Infant (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Probably one of the scariest things in life is bringing home your newborn for the first time and realizing, I DON’T COMPLETELY KNOW WHAT I’M DOING! Well, give yourself a big hug, ’cuz most parents feel the same way! After all, babies can’t really tell you what they need . . . or can they?

Eliminating Shame In Our Children (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Do you want to raise your child in shame? Prevent them from having healthy relationships as adults? No, you don’t! No parent wants this! But before you can break the cycle of shame and change how you parent, you need to evaluate your responses and reactions to your child’s behavior. Children watch everything we do,

Teething (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Most babies will develop teeth between six and twelve months of age. Teeth are an important part of a child’s health and development. In this lesson, you will learn the physical effects of teething. We will discuss teething and breastfeeding and the do’s and don’ts of soothing a child during this phase.

Nurturing Our Children (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Nurturing care of a child teaches them how to trust, be empathetic, and compassionate when they get older. This is something all parents want for their children! But how do you do it and what does it mean to nurture? Learn the important elements of nurture and how this critical aspect of parenting without shame

Boundaries In Our Children (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Boundaries are those invisible barriers that we establish in relationships in order to protect what we value. They impact all areas of our lives. But boundaries don’t just happen, they have to be taught and internalized. Learn about the different types of boundaries, how to nurture them in your child, why they are important to

Car Seat Class

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Have you ever had trouble with your car seat?  Maybe you have wondered if it was installed correctly. This class, led by a representative from Texas A&M Extension agency, will show you the correct way to install your seat and how to inspect it so that it is safe for your baby. 

Emotions in Our Children (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Our emotions are important and valuable to us. And being allowed to own our emotions and express them in a healthy way is one way we feel respected and valued. Children have BIG emotions and can go from excited to sobbing within seconds! Managing those big emotions is something they have to learn. But how

Pregnancy – Your First Trimester (In-Person)

  You’re pregnant, and you’re wondering, Now what? There is a lot to know about pregnancy, your changing body, and your developing baby. So much happens in that first trimester! You will experience changes in your body, your emotions, and your lifestyle. Your baby also goes through a lot of growth, developing into the little

Parenting – Creating Motivation (In-Person)

  “I want it, and I want it now!” If you enticed your child with the reward of two marshmallows for waiting just fifteen minutes before eating the first one, would she do it? Does she have the self-discipline to delay gobbling one sugary treat right away in order to have two in the future?