Parenting Exchange

Looking for parenting advice? Want to better understand your child’s development? The Parenting Exchange workshop series — offered exclusively to Bright Horizons® families — can help.

Our early childhood experts host these interactive deep dives into common parenting questions and challenges. These small-group conversations give you the chance to connect with other families while expanding your child development knowledge.

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Virtual Workshops for Bright Horizons Families

June - Managing Screen Time

OPEN

Screens are an ever-present part of our lives. Learn how to negotiate and set healthy boundaries, select quality screen time, and navigate your child’s increasingly digital life.

Please note, each workshop is comprised of two 45-minute sessions. Seats are limited and workshops will not be recorded.

July – Navigating Big Emotions 

OPEN

When young children struggle with big feelings, it can feel overwhelming for them...and their adults. Learn mindfulness and co-regulation strategies for those big emotional moments.

Please note, each workshop is comprised of two 45-minute sessions. Seats are limited and workshops will not be recorded.

August – Encouraging Cooperative Sibling Relationships

OPEN

Siblings can sometimes be the best of friends…and other times behave like archenemies. In this workshop, we will cover how you can encourage cooperative behavior and help your kids learn to resolve their differences on their own. 

Please note, each workshop is comprised of two 45-minute sessions. Seats are limited and workshops will not be recorded.

September - What Kind of Parent Are You? Parenting Styles and Temperament

OPEN

Highlights include temperament characteristics of both parents and children and ways you can influence your child’s happiness and success.

Please note, each workshop is comprised of two 45-minute sessions. Seats are limited and workshops will not be recorded.

October - Wired for Success: The Science of Infant Learning

OPEN

We all want our babies to grow into smart, successful adults, and that work begins with brain development in the early years. In this workshop, learn research-based strategies and practices you can use at home to encourage your infant’s cognitive development and inspire a capable future.

Please note, each workshop is comprised of two 45-minute sessions. Seats are limited and workshops will not be recorded.

November - Surviving and Enjoying the Toddler Years

OPEN

Toddlers are always on the move and learning something new! What makes them approach the world the way they do? In this workshop, learn the WHY behind their developmentally appropriate behaviors and find out how to get the most out of one-on-one time with your child.

Please note, each workshop is comprised of two 45-minute sessions. Seats are limited and workshops will not be recorded.

December - Managing Screen Time 

OPEN

Screens are an ever-present part of our lives. Learn how to negotiate and set healthy boundaries, select quality screen time, and navigate your child’s increasingly digital life.

Please note, each workshop is comprised of two 45-minute sessions. Seats are limited and workshops will not be recorded.

Claire Goss

Claire Goss

Senior Manager, Parenting Education and Resources

Claire Goss is the Senior Manager, Parenting Education and Resources at Bright Horizons. In her role, Claire oversees outreach to Bright Horizons families so they feel included in and supported through their child’s education. She holds a master's degree in child development from Tufts University and has worked for 15 years as a parenting and child development educator, researcher, and writer, while raising her three children of her own. She is also a contributor and moderator for family webinars and the Bright Horizons early education podcast series, “Teach. Play. Love. Parenting Advice for the Early Years.”

 

 

Julie Jarian Education & Development Specialist

Julie Jarian

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Education & Development Specialist  

Julie brings 10 years of experience as an early childhood educator, mentor, and partner to families, serving infant, toddler, preschool, and school-aged children.
In her career she has focused on learner-centered environments and the Reggio Emilia approach in curating quality spaces for young children. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education and is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Education.

These workshops truly strengthen my connection to Bright Horizons and increase the likelihood we'll stay enrolled with Bright Horizons through our child's early education years.ā€
Danielle,
Preschool Parent
I love these workshops and the presenters. Makes me feel comfortable and that I’m not alone in this parenting journey.ā€
Michael,
Infant Parent
Part of the reason I love Bright Horizons so much are the resources provided. They give me the tools to be a better parent.ā€
Stacey,
Toddler Parent