All lectures in the Fern Weiland Parenting Lecture Series are free.

Parenting is hard – let us help you.  Drop into one of our parenting seminars led by experts in the field on a variety of topics that include:

Mealtime Challenges
December 6 | 8:30 – 9:30 AM | Free
In this workshop, registered dietitian Brittany Shapiro and speech-language pathologist, Lisa Boxbaum will provide guidance on achieving stress-free family meals! You will leave the workshop with concrete strategies on how to meet your child’s nutrition needs and overcome mealtime struggles.

Potty Training With Sally
January 3 | 8:30 – 9:30 AM | Free
Come join Sally Neuberger LCSW-C on how to efficiently potty train children in a three-day period. Neuberger’s coaching approach for parents with children aged 34-38 months includes a comprehensive handout as a guide. Sally’s 98% success rate over the last 20 years of potty coaching is based on trusting children to be successful with a task when they are emotionally ready.

Behavior and Anxiety
February 7 | 8:30 – 9:30 AM | Free

Do you feel like your child is struggling with anxiety? Are you curious for which signs to look out for?

We welcome you to join Jessica D. Kramer, LCPC, NCC for an interactive presentation on anxiety in preschool aged children.

Sleep(less): Better Sleep For Your Children
May 2 | 8:30 – 9:30 AM | Free

Are you struggling to deal with your child’s sleep? Is waking up in the middle of the night becoming a problem for your children?

Erin Metheny will cover common obstacles and pitfalls that lead to poor sleeping habits and her approach to a better night of sleep for the whole family.

All sessions will allow for question and & answer time with the instructors.

If you have any questions about these programs, contact Jennifer Radosh at jradosh@benderjccgw.org.

All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Contact Kate Falls, Director of Inclusion, at kfalls@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3767 to discuss support and accommodations.