Parenting
The parent-child relationship affects us more profoundly than any other relationship of our lives. It is the foundation of all of our relationships and the source of our earliest consciousness about love, intimacy, trust and security. It can nourish us to wholeness and self-assurance, or scar us for life.
Children and adults with secure and satisfying family relationships experience greater emotional security and physical health. The skills and knowledge needed for healthy, functioning families are:
- knowledge of typical human development
- strong communication skills
- good decision-making skills
- positive self-esteem
- healthy interpersonal relationships
Programs We Offer:
Better Brains for Babies
Better Brains for Babies is a research-based, interactive parenting education curriculum available in both English and Spanish. The program promotes awareness about how early brain development impacts the healthy growth of children from birth to age five.
Topics include:
- The Basics on Brain Functions and Milestones
- Nurturing Positive Relationships - Attachment
- Importance of Play
- Creating Consistency
- Buffering the Brain from Toxic Stress
- Learning a Language
- The Role of Music
Survive, Strive, Thrive: Positive Parenting & Discipline
Designed for parents of children aged 3 to 16, Survive, Strive, Thrive helps participants build confidence in their parenting abilities. The program equips caregivers with the vital skills and attitudes needed to raise healthy, positive children.
- The Perfect Parent - 8 Parenting Qualities
- A Reflection of Me: Who Am I? - Identify parenting styles and understand how they influence children’s behavior.
- Punishment vs. Discipline: Why My Kids Misbehave
- Prevention Techniques
- Guidance, Reasonable Consequences
Videos:
Contact Elizabeth Brunscheen for videos on lessons 3 - 9.
Important Links
Coaching our Children for School Success
Contact Information
Have Questions? Contact:
K-State Extension Sedgwick County
Home and Family
7001 W. 21st St. North
Wichita KS 67205-1759
(316) 660-0127
Fax: (316) 660-0166
Elizabeth Brunscheen-Cartagena
Home and Family Agent
(316) 660-0114
lizb@ksu.edu
Jennifer Exline
FCS Office Professional
(316) 660-0143
exline@ksu.edu