Monaco’s Parent Spaces programme offers a place for parents and future parents to connect, share experiences and gain valuable insights from a range of experts. Over the next three months, the Early Childhood & Families Service will be running a variety of free sessions on essential topics such as child development, parenting techniques and family dynamics, providing practical tools and support to help raise happy, healthy children.
This month’s workshops focus on key parenting challenges, from how best to introduce food to children at different stages on 15th April to navigating the complexities of raising a three-year-old, often dubbed the “threenager” phase, on 22nd April. There will also be a thought-provoking discussion session on diverse parenting models, including same-sex parenting, adoption and single parenting, that will offer insights on supporting children through open conversations about personal family experiences on 29th April.
In May, the programme turns its focus to emotions, both for parents and children. A special discussion on postpartum experiences will help parents understand and navigate this transformative phase on 9th May. Another highlight of the month includes an interactive session where families can experience sensory discovery with their children, exploring the five senses in a fun and engaging way on 13th May. Parents can also pick up strategies to help children manage frustrations and emotional outbursts on 20th May, before learning practical solutions to improve bedtime routines and manage common sleep challenges in young children on 27th May.
June’s sessions tackle significant transitions and family dynamics. A discussion on parental separation will provide guidance on supporting children through family changes on 6th June. Another engaging workshop, led by a dietitian on 10th June, will focus on turning stressful mealtimes into moments of calm and connection. As summer approaches, parents can get advice on how best to prepare their children for school in September on 17th June. The month concludes on 27th June with a workshop dedicated to resolving conflicts between siblings.
ADDITIONAL WORKSHOPS
Beyond these discussion-based sessions, parents can participate in psychomotor skills workshops led by a specialist once a month. These sessions will take place on 22nd April, 15th May and 12th June, offering hands-on ways to support children’s physical development. Additionally, parent-child play workshops will be available every Wednesday morning until the end of June, providing a space for bonding through play.
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