1996
This program helps parents meet the challenge and stress of parenting by offering practical advice. Real life interaction of parents with their children and dramatic vignettes illustrate healthy and rewarding ways to parent. Some important points presented in this program are: keeping healthy, maintaining low stress levels, finding the right child care support and recognizing the joys of parenting.
1996
This program presents the problem-solving approach to behavior. Emphasis is on understanding your child's feelings and communication. The group shares the experiences they have had with their own children and determines how to help children behave well. Vignettes illustrate ways to handle temper tantrums and negative behavior through involving the child in problem solving and following through on set rules. Real life situations show how to help children develop confidence in their ability to make the right choices
1996
This program explores a child's physical care. In a discussion group, parents of varied backgrounds share the ideas and techniques they use to care for their children. Dramatic vignettes, demonstrations and clips of parents interacting with their children present methods of breast feeding, bathing babies, introducing foods, promoting a healthy diet, toilet training, establishing a regular bedtime, minimizing the risk of SIDS and preparing your child for visits to the doctor and dentist.
1996
Right from birth, children start to explore, discover and learn. In this program, the parents in the discussion group share their experiences and observations concerning their children's mental development. We see how babies learn through their senses. We learn why simple age appropriate toys are best. We also learn how to choose good books, and television programs. Examples of mind-stimulating activities to do with children are presented in real-life clips. Some great suggestions of fun, free activities are explored as well
1996
This program illustrates the preventative approach toward child safety. Safety rules are clearly outlined and illustrated. The parent discussion group shares experiences they have had with their children. All parents agreed that almost every accident can be prevented with enough forethought. Real life situations illustrate the safety procedures parents should incorporate into their family's daily life