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Join us for a comprehensive and supportive workshop designed for families embarking on the toilet learning journey. This significant milestone comes with its ups and downs for both children and caregivers. Our workshop will provide you with the knowledge and tools to navigate this transition mindfully and successfully. Only $30+tax for you and your family.
*Children are welcome to attend the workshop - we will have a small play area set up for them to enjoy, so you can focus and learn!
Workshop Highlights:
- Expert Guidance: Led by Sonja Martin of Lavender Winged Support Services, a behavioral consultant and parent educator with over 30 years of experience working with children.
- Practical Tips and Resources: Learn practical information for getting started, including readiness skills, the importance of timing, planning, and follow-through. Discover the essentials for making your bathroom potty-friendly and creating a consistent routine.
- Mindful Approach: Incorporate mindfulness into toilet training. Understand how to give nonjudgmental attention to your child's experiences and needs during this process.
- Emotional Support: Receive guidance on managing your own emotions and supporting your child’s feelings. Learn how to handle setbacks with patience and positivity!
- Interactive Elements: Participate in discussions and activities designed to make the process engaging and fun for both you and your child.
What You’ll Learn:
- Recognize signs of readiness, such as expressing the need to go, showing curiosity about toilets, and having dry spells for at least three hours.
- Use simple praise and matter-of-fact directions for accidents, ensuring no punishment is involved.
- Create a child-friendly bathroom environment with easy-to-use tools like smaller potty seats, stools, and accessible hand-washing supplies.
- Establish a regular toilet routine and use creative, child-specific rewards.
- Address potential challenges like nighttime control, fear of flushing, and the psychological readiness of your child.
Why Attend?
This workshop is perfect for families who are curious, struggling, or looking to start toilet training. Whether you're new to the process or seeking new strategies, you'll leave equipped with the confidence and skills to support your child through this important developmental stage.
Embrace this opportunity to make toilet training a mindful, positive experience for your family. Join us and take the first step towards a successful potty training journey!