Center for Early Childhood Connections: Virtual & In-Person New Parent Groups, Now Enrolling

New Baby? Did you know- 

Around two-thirds of parents experience a significant decrease in relationship satisfaction with their co-parent or partner in the first three years following the birth of a child? It’s no secret that becoming a parent puts a strain on our time, resources, and relationships, all the while leading to profound changes in our identity and sense of self.

Our 6-week, research-based, therapist-facilitated Bringing Baby Home workshop can help you maintain a loving and resilient partnership while navigating the early years! 

This workshop teaches you: 

• What to expect during the transition to parenthood
• Strategies to co-parent with your partner
• Ways to improve communication
• Skills for strengthening your friendship, intimacy, and conflict regulation

• Skills for supporting infant development and postpartum mental health

Two schedule options to choose from: 

• Online on Fridays 11am-1pm

• In-Person on Wednesdays 9:30am-11:30am at our Solano Ave center in Albany

Cost: 

$250 per couple/ co-parenting duo 

To register or learn more, visit: 

centerforearlychildhood.org/events 

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In research on the workshop’s effectiveness the following benefits have been found for participants:

• High and stable relationship quality over the first year of baby’s life
• Less hostility during conflict discussions
• Fewer incidences of depression and anxiety in both parents
• Greater sensitivity and responsiveness to their infant’s signals
• More smiling and laughter during family play at 3-months and 12-months old!

*Note: This course is best suited for partners who are considering parenthood, expecting or adopting a baby, or have a child under 3 years old.