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09/09/2022

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Register now for East Port of Spain Development Company's Innovative Parenting Series!

Innovative Parenting | Innovative Parenting is a creative and participatory workshop to increase parenting knowledge, skills, and confidence for the families and care givers of East Port-of-Spain. Women and men of all backgrounds, relationship statuses and family types are welcome to learn in this workshop and better respond to the needs of their life partners, children and members of the community.

Day/Time: Thursdays, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Duration: 6 weeks
Location: Laventille Community Complex
Delivery: Face-to-Face
Cost: Free! Limited space
Apply here: https://forms.gle/iqHodiRN64FAoK1L6
Closing date for applications: Friday 9th September 2022, 11:59pm

This programme is available for residents of East Port-of-Spain.

For further information contact: Mr. Amílcar Sanatan [email protected]

31/08/2022

Please be aware of the following:

20/07/2022

Siewnarine-Geelalsingh, M.Sc. Clinical Psychologist explains tantrums in last Saturday's Express article! Check us out every Saturday in print and in the Express online features!

The terrible 2s. Middle childhood. Puberty. The rebellious teens. We are conditioned to expect challenging behaviour from our children. However, what is really the underlying cause of what we call

07/07/2022

You may have heard about art therapy, but do you know how your children could beneift from this hands-on, creative therapy? Kristy Anatol of Art Beat Consulting tells us in last Satruday's Express article. Check for our articles every Saturday in the Express and on their website!
https://trinidadexpress.com/features/local/how-is-art-therapy-beneficial-to-children/article_2c734940-fa16-11ec-8851-0b699948f405.html

23/06/2022

If you or someone you know is considering a psychoeducational assessment, ParentingTT is offering a limited number of partial sponsorships for parents wanting to access this service for their child. Click here to fill out our form to apply and receive more information! https://forms.gle/dMG75Vhm4Awtn8eWA

20/06/2022

In the Caribbean, fathers have historically gotten a bad reputation for being absent or neglectful, often unfairly so. Many fathers and young males have been failed by rigid gender roles and lack of support in many areas of personal development. It's time to give our fathers and potential fathers some support!
Check out our articles every Saturday in the Saturday Express!

An article in the Trinidad Guardian published on March 16th 2009 and written by Pastor Clive Dottin stated: “The cold reality is that we have two generations of missing fathers.

19/06/2022

Happy Father's Day! Thank you to all the supportive, caring fathers and father figures doing their part in ensuring their children's healthy, positive growth!

14/06/2022

When a child seems to be suddenly disinterested in or struggling with schoolwork, parents often wonder if they have a learning disability. However, as Development and Education Specialist Marina Torres explains, this is often not the case! Take a read here, and catch us every Saturday in the Saturday Express!

Children do not choose to be lazy about schoolwork. It is my firm belief that all children want to learn and to perform well. However, circumstances beyond their control often

07/06/2022

We've said it before: play is important and healthy! In this article, ParentingTT co-founder outlines some specific ways that play helps toddlers and young children learn how their muscles work and their physical limits. Check out our columns every Saturday in the Express!

The preschool years are an adventure for children. See it from their perspective: they are exploring and discovering the wonders of the world. From the magic qualities of water to

03/06/2022

Note for parents with children who need examination concessions for 2023!

Now open: Special concessions for primary and secondary school students writing local examinations 2023.

Special concessions will be offered to eligible students who are registered for the following local examinations:

> Secondary Entrance Assessment (SEA) 2023
> Primary School Leaving Certificate Examination (PSLCE) 2023
> National Certificate Secondary Examination (NCSE) 2023

For more information visit >> https://www.moe.gov.tt/now-open-special-concessions-for-primary-and-secondary-school-students-writing-local-examinations-2023/

02/06/2022

Check out our weekly coloumn in the Saturday Express! Last week, we touched on the often tricky topic of teenage relationships. Check it out online here!

For a teenager, being on the threshold of adulthood creates some anxiety as they grapple with reality and delusion and work on becoming their own person. There is the desire

27/05/2022

Check out the guest appearance of Victoria Siewnarine-Geelalsingh, M.Sc. Clinical Psychologist on Tobago Channel 5!