Birth Talk
May 5th Birth Talk 6:30-8:30 at Franklin Goose This group meets at our store to talk about all things related to birth, becoming new parents, and pregnancy.
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May 6 Mothering Circle 7:00-9:00 This group meets at our store to talk about being a mother, raising children, and all things related to being a woman after babies. It is an amazing group and perfect...
View ArticleCloth Diaper 101
May 14th Cloth Diaper 101 6:30-8:00 Are you curious about cloth diapering? This class will teach you all the basics of using cloth diapers. The class discusses each diaper style, diaper care, and...
View ArticleBoot Camp, Gearing Up For Baby, When Baby Makes Three
THREE CLASSES IN ONE DAY: BOOT CAMP, GEARING UP FOR BABY, WHEN BABY MAKES THREE May 17 at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital Dads and moms split up in the morning, then come together for a class! Dads: Boot...
View ArticleRVA Momma’s Breakfast
Big squeeze for all you Richmond mommas! This breakfast hour is for moms of young kids and infants, as well as expecting moms. It’s a chance to meet other local moms and stay connected. It’s open for...
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All Pro Dad
ALL PRO DAD A Night for Dads and Their Kids! To provide dads and their elementary-aged kids with a chance to bond beyond school and the home, First Things First offers a monthly All Pro Dad program....
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Kids in a Changing Climate: What Parents Need To Know
How does a changing climate affect our children’s health? And what can parents do about it? Join Moms Clean Air Force as we raise awareness and inspire action about being a parent in a warming world....
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Moms We Love: Tammy Franges
Tammy and her son Malcolm When she was a child, and people asked Tammy what she wanted to be when she grew up, she told them she wanted to be a mom. People may not have found that particularly...
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How to Help Your Child Prepare for a Move
Whether you are moving across town or across the country (like we are…eek!) moving can be a stressful experience for your family. Children thrive on routine and stability, so it’s important to pay...
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ODD: Feeling Like You’re on the Debate Team with Your Child
By Priscilla Wright, M.Ed, LPC,NCC Do you feel like you on the debate team with your child? Do any of the following seem familiar to you? Your child argues with you or any adult in authority. Trivial...
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Special Night for Special Needs at CMOR
Special Night for Special Needs is an evening especially for the families of children with special needs age 10 and under. Visitors enjoy all the museum has to offer and benefit from the availability...
View ArticleParenting the Defiant Child
Commonwealth Parenting, celebrating its 30th Anniversary and new partnership with The Children’s Museum of Richmond, presents a 6-part RVA Parents Forum Series on the toughest issues confronting...
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Commonwealth Parenting: Beyond Time Out
Helping our kids learn to behave is one of our biggest challenges as parents. One of our primary roles with our children is to be their teacher. Commonwealth Parenting presents this workshop for...
View ArticleHappy in Two Homes
Many children must transition between two homes when their parents are no longer together. How can parents best help them to adapt as they navigate the process of moving from home to home? In addition...
View ArticleCommonwealth Parenting: Bullying and the Special Needs Child
Children with special needs such as physical, emotional, developmental, sensory, or intellectual are at a higher risk for bullying. Come learn about the factors that may put your child at increased...
View ArticleCommonwealth Parenting: Fighters, Biters, Pushers & Smushers
For Parents/Caregivers of Toddlers. Class participants will learn: that toddler aggression is usually a normal part of development how to handle toddler aggression how to minimize its impact and how to...
View ArticleBoot Camp for New Dads
New babies do not come with owners’ manuals. Crying babies, diaper changing, and dealing with mom are new experiences for first-time fathers. Spend a morning with other first-time dads who provide...
View ArticleCommonwealth Parenting: Challenging Behaviors/Positive Solutions
For Parents/Caregivers of children age 2-4. Find out what to expect cognitively, socially and physically for preschoolers. Discuss the typical parenting challenges of this age group and learn how to...
View ArticleCommonwealth Parenting: Autism 101
This workshop will answer basic questions about autism spectrum disorders (ASD) – what it is, what it isn’t, and how to respond to challenging situations. We will explore various strategies to help...
View ArticleNot All Screen Time is Created Equal
How much screen time is too much screen time? This is an issue that many parents struggle with, especially as more digital media possibilities become available to our children. Dr. Jonathan Becker,...
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