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First Year: SIDs (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

Sudden-Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS, is a frightening and confusing subject for most parents. Should you be reasonably worried about SIDS? What can you do to reduce the risk of SIDS happening to your baby? And how important is it to follow these recommendations? This lesson will answer these questions and help parents have peace

Being A Father: Role Model (In-Person)

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

This class will show you the parenting style that will yield the best results in your kids and the things you can do to respond better.

First Year: Quality Child Care (In-Person)

Choosing child care that is right for you and your child can be difficult. This lesson covers the possible problems to look for, what types of care are available, and the questions that should be asked at a child care facility. We will also discuss: defining what you want, family and friends, licensed family child

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,

Toddler Milestones (Virtual)

Your busy toddler is quickly learning new skills in the areas of cognitive development, language and communication development, social and emotional development, and physical development. Every month brings exciting, new advancements in what he can do.

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We will be closed for Veteran's Day Observance.

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!

Potty Training (Virtual)

This lesson will cover the basics of potty training, including how to know when to start potty training; preparation for the big day; the “how to’s” of potty training; rewards and encouragement; dealing with disappointment; tips for boys; tips for girls.

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,

Tantrums (Virtual)

Nothing says membership to the Parenting Club more than watching another parent struggle through a tantrum with their toddler. Every parent will eventually experience meltdowns in their children as they move through toddlerhood. What really causes tantrums? What can you do to help your child through this stage? How do you stop them, or better