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Monitor your children's TV programs and the number of hours watching TV. The Academy of Pediatrics recommends no more than 2 hours of quality programs each day. As an alternative to TV parents can suggest outdoor play; offer a board game or reading as an alternative. The most important way to monitor TV is to watch programs together.

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My mom learned about the building blocks to a healthy family, how to effectively communicate with children and that kids learn at a different rate.

~ Jaycine, Home Visiting participant

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Parenting Training Programs

The Family Tree offers a range of free evidenced, informed programs designed for families seeking training to strengthen parenting skills, improve child behavior, or manage specific challenges related to child rearing. Such practices promote children’s cognitive, social, emotional and behavior changes and the parent’s capacity to raise healthy, safe children. Classes are offered throughout the week at our headquarter office in Baltimore City and select locations statewide. Programs vary based on the needs of the parent and the developmental stage of the child. They include:

Positive Parenting Program (PPP) - 10 week program, all parents

The PPP curriculum is our most intensive, comprehensive parenting program designed for those seeking support in a broad range of parenting and child behavior management skills. It is anchored in the principle that all parents have the ability to form a safe and nurturing environment for their children. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to be active participants in the learning process that respects personal values and belief systems. Find out more.

LEAF Program (Loving, Engaged, Affirming Families) - 8 week program, parents with children 0-18 years

LEAF is a proven and effective program lasting 8 weeks for families with school aged children who have often experienced stressful life events. LEAF draws from behavioral and learning approaches that have been successful in improving positive family relations, reducing anger and conflict. Find out more.

MENS Program (Men Encouraging, Nurturing and Supporting) - fathers and children

MENS is a comprehensive approach that aims to improve child well being through the promotion of responsible and nurturing dads. MENS offers a variety of tools and resources for supporting father’s positive parenting practices and children’s healthy development and behavior. Case management, support groups, parent training, referral, recreational and mentoring activities are offered. Find out more.

The Nurturing Program - 14 week program, parents with children 0-14 years

This program for families with children 0-14. The Nurturing Program is an innovative approach designed to empower parents to meet the wide range of family needs. Find out more.

Strengthening Families Program (SFP) - 14 week program, parents with children 11-14 years

The Strengthening Families Program is designed for families affected by substance abuse. Parents and children participate in SFP, both separately and together. Find out more.

Incredible Years - 8 week program, parents with children 2-8 years

A well proven and effective multimedia program with a focus on assisting parents with children aged 2-8 in reducing children's behavior problems and improving social competence and emotional regulation at home and at school. Find out more.

Empowering Families and Moving through Anger - 10 weeks, all parents

Regulating emotions can be challenging particularly during the child rearing years. Managing anger can be hard for parents and have negative consequences on their child's development. Parents will learn effective ways to resolve anger and learn a positive parenting approach to manage their children. Find out more.

Guiding Good Choices - 5 weeks, parents with children 11-14

The Guiding Good Choices program is designed for parents with children 11-14. This program aims to reduce risky behavior among tweens/teens by teaching parents effective prevention skills before their children enter adolescence. Find out more.

Parents Who Care - 5 weeks, parents with children 15-17

The Parents Who Care program is designed for those with children 15-17. Raising teens these days can be a great challenge. This program will give parents skills to help move your teen successfully from childhood to adulthood. Parents will get important tips on how to care for their teens during these stressful years. Find out more.

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