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Closed – CPR Class Waiting List Available (In-Person)

If you are a new parent or have been one for awhile, CPR is a great idea.  In this class, you will learn about CPR and AED usage for infants, children and adults and get some hands-on practice.  You will earn your certification in CPR at the completion of class. This class is full. Please

Pregnancy – Your Third Trimester (In-Person)

You are moving into your third trimester, and you’re feeling very pregnant. Your baby is getting bigger, and you can feel her moving and kicking. What is going on in there?! While your body is changing to accommodate your growing baby, you are likely feeling more tired, but also strangely energized. You have a baby

Parenting – Words Matter – Silent Words (In-Person)

Children see the world differently than adults. As parents, we might think “the silent treatment” is just discipline. After all, you’re not using hurtful words. But this is damaging to a child’s emotional well-being. This lesson describes the actions and their impact and gives helpful advice on better options.

Courageous Conflict Lesson #2 (Virtual)

Master the art of effective communication with this transformative course. Learn the importance of self-control, discipline, and vulnerability in fostering healthy relationships. Explore the psychology of conflict and discover practical tools to navigate challenging conversations. From seeking permission to confrontations to active listening, acquire skills to handle communication with grace and kindness. Elevate your relationships

Car Seat Class

FirstLook 213 YMCA Dr, Waxahachie, TX, United States

  If you have ever had a question about your car seat or what size you need for your child, then this is the class for you.  A representative from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will lead class and answer any questions you may have.

Pregnancy – Eye Contact Means Love (In-Person)

Eye contact is considerably more important to us throughout our lives than we may imagine. Even as infants, it is key to the process of establishing emotional bonds with family. This lesson explores the development that is supported and the bonding that is encouraged through the intentional use of up-close eye contact.

Parenting – Words Matter – Magic Words (In-Person)

  Imagine children as delicate, vibrant blossoms in the garden of life, each one unique and filled with endless potential. Just like flowers, they need the nourishment of positivity and validation to truly flourish. But it's not just about showering them with empty praise; it's about using the magic of the right words to unlock

Parenting – Parenting Without Shame, No Shame (Virtual)

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,

Pregnancy – Infant Temperament (In-Person)

  The basic needs of most babies are the same, but each baby has a unique temperament. This lesson looks at the different types of temperament and helps you understand the natural differences that can be cherished in each child.

Being A Father – The Two Questions (In-Person)

We all have a father experience, even if that experience was the absence of a father. And that experience impacts how men will father their own children. As a man, ask yourself these two questions: What kind of father are you now? What kind of father do you want to be? In this lesson, we

Parenting – Parenting Without Shame; Nurturing (Virtual)

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

Comfortable in the Kitchen with Melissa (In-Person)

Have you ever wondered what to have for breakfast and tired of the same old cereal or toast?  Come let our resident chef, Melissa, share some new ideas and techniques for making your breakfast.  Seats are limited, so register quickly!