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This program assists families who are experiencing homelessness navigate the child care system.Facilitators: Shawn M. Bryant, Director, The Teaching Excellence CenterNeymiya Moore, Family & Child Educator, Oakland Unified School DistrictThe BANANAS CARE program...

Join the discussion with a supportive group of parents, about how to create a secure relationship with your child(ren).Facilitator: Rose Schweig, MFT, BANANAS Parenting CoachDo you ever struggle to figure out what your child might need? Do they ignore your requests or...

This workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive Discipline.Facilitator: Emaye Mizani, Founder Akoma Positive Discipline   This workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive Discipline. We will...

In this class, participants will gain personal tools for enhancing their co-parenting experience.Co-parenting after a divorce or break-up is never easy. But, if you and your former partner learn how to co-parent your children amicably, you will give your kids the...

Join the discussion with a supportive group of parents, about how to create a secure relationship with your child(ren).Facilitator: Rose Schweig, MFT, BANANAS Parenting CoachDo you ever struggle to figure out what your child might need? Do they ignore your requests or...

In this class, participants will gain personal tools for enhancing their co-parenting experience.Co-parenting after a divorce or break-up is never easy. But, if you and your former partner learn how to co-parent your children amicably, you will give your kids the...

This workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive Discipline.Facilitator: Emaye Mizani, Founder Akoma Positive Discipline   This workshop series introduces parents and caregivers to the foundations of Positive Discipline. We will...

This is a virtual interactive workshop to equip caregivers with tools, practical tips and valuable suggestions for a great start.Instructor: Carol Lettko, Pediatric Speech and Language PathologistThis is a virtual interactive workshop to equip new parents,...

If you’re thinking of hiring a nanny, then this is the workshop for you!Instructor: Hand in Hand: The Domestic Employers NetworkIf you’re thinking of hiring a nanny, then this is the workshop for you! At this event, Hand in Hand: The Domestic Employers Network will...

Designed to assist new parents with recovery after birth, provide a supportive community-centered environment, and an awareness.Instructor: Leonora Willis, Perinatal Yoga Instructor, Birthworker and Lactation SpecialistThis class is designed to assist new parents with...