http://www.pacsbc.com/programs/idp/ Serving the Peace Arch Community. http://www.pacsbc.com/programs/idp/news.php?article=39 Right from the Start is an attachment-based course for parents of infants under 2 years. Dr. Alison Niccols of the Infant-Parent Program, Chedoke Child and Family Centre, and her colleagues, have developed this 8-session parenting course, to enhance caregiver skills in reading infant cues and responding sensitively. The course uses attachment theory as a framework and active adult learning principles. Right from the Start is appropriate for parents of all infants under 2 years of age. The course, parking, and child care are free. Parents attending a Right From the Start group will have the opportunity to: Develop their skills in interacting with their baby. Foster parent-infant attachment security. See video segments of common experiences and problem solve with other parents. Meet other parents/caregivers. To register for a group meeting near you call: Helgi Remmelg at the Children's Foundation: 604-586-3374 IDP News Andrew http://www.pacsbc.com/programs/idp/news.php?article=38 If you are involved with the Infant Development Programme, please come and enjoy one of our onsite playgroups. Playgroup provides opportunities for you and your child to: -meet other parents and share experiences and ideas -talk about child development -allow your child to use some new toys and equipment -play with other children -get out of the house for a while Where: Infant Development Programme Office 301A-8352-130 Street Surrey, BC 604-590-7302 When: Tuesday afternoon from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday mornings from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Please come and join us! It's FREE! IDP News Andrew