Being a Parent - EPEC Manchester

10/06/2026

This week in our Being a Parent groups, the parents are talking about the importance of play and how it helps with our children's development. We talk about how parents can support their child/children through play and how it can lead to less tantrums and a less stressful family life.

Want to join us?

Register using the link below 👇
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08/06/2026

You don’t need to be a “perfect parent” to come along.

Just a parent doing their best – like everyone else in the room 💛

This is not a course – it’s a group for parents who want space to talk, reflect and feel supported and learn from each other over 9 weeks.

We’d love to welcome you.

🗓 Starts: September/October 2026
📍 Crossacres Family Hub and Gorton Sacred Heart Family Hub

📩 Book now via QR code or click link to register:
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07/06/2026

A little snippet of an exercise we do in our Being a Parent group (Week 1).

We want parents to see how important it is to look after themselves. Yes, we can feel guilty as parents when we do things for ourselves but if our own jug is empty, what is left to give to our children?

https://youtu.be/CRZyo7s58fo?si=5-t-FdelriIdedix

A visual representation of why it is important to look after oursel...

04/06/2026

We celebrate Volunteers Week this week with our AMAZING EPEC Volunteers with a game of Shuffleboarding and a meal to go some way to thank them for the incredible work they do to support parents in their local communities. The time, compassion and relatability our volunteers give to parents in our Being a Parent groups make real difference to families and communities.

We are so grateful for all they give and how they empower parents to become more confident parents. You should be so proud of yourselves!💚

03/06/2026

There is definitely no manual to being a parent (although don't we all wish there was!). We all have hard days and there are moments of joy that just cannot be explained. We are all aiming to be good enough and that's what Being a Parent is about for us 🥰.

Our Being a Parent groups are all about this, and parents sharing with other parents what's worked for them and truthfully what they found hard. We do this by accepting the beauty of everyone's difference and without judgement ❤️

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21/05/2026

Ever wonder what is covered in our Being a Parent groups that's run by parents for parents? It's not just a coffee and a chat, we also share a number of tried and tested tips that help build a less stressful family life. All in a supportive environment, with everyone sharing what they are comfortable and knowing they won't be judged.

18/05/2026

In Being a Parent, we don't love talking parenting styles as we are all different and every child is different. We are just doing the best we can, whatever style! What do you think?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/z8rbnk7

14/05/2026

Wondering what sort of things we cover in the 9 weeks of our Being a Parent group?

Hear it first hand from parents that have been through it and what it has done for them and their families.

There's a reason this programme has been around for so many years and run across the country.

We are full for May 2026 but are running in September 2026 at Wythenshawe Children’s Centres and Crossacres Family Hub and Gorton Sacred Heart Family Hub.

No judgement. No pressure to talk. Just parents supporting parents.

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https://youtu.be/IkfEdhGSuBQ?si=7uN4WfqYCtmskNHP

32 likes. "Being A Parent Summary"

11/05/2026

Our Being a Parent groups are now FULLY booked!

If you’ve been thinking “maybe” – this is your sign 💫 and you've missed out this time. Being a Parent will be running at Crossacres Family Hub and Gorton Sacred Heart Family Hub starting September/October 2026. You can still register for next term and join our waiting list.

Free. Friendly. Parent‑led.

📩 Book now via QR code or click link to register
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09/05/2026

Being a Parent is part of Empowering Parents, Empowering Communities – a programme used across the country to help parents feel more confident and connected.

But honestly? Most parents come because it feels good to talk to other adults who understand toddler life.