The Parenting Journey

The Parenting Journey Unleashing the unique potential within each family
Parents know what’s best for their families.

We’re here to provide you the tools to help them along their journey. Parenting Journey’s approach is based on the family systems principle – that people do not exist in isolation. They live in families (however defined) and gain important strengths from these relationships. Through recognizing and harnessing families’ strengths, our programs create changes that benefit all members, both individua

lly and as a family. We believe that…
- All parents want to be good parents.
- The best way to raise hope is to start by identifying a parent’s strengths and building from there.
- Any individual affects and is affected by other family members. We do not live in isolation.
- Parents need an experience of feeling nurtured before they can nurture their children.
- It is important to incorporate thinking as a step between feelings and actions to promote appropriate responses.
- Effective learning comes first through feelings and then through thinking.
- Effective parenting is influenced by one’s past, by the whole family, and by the cultural, social, and economic circumstances in which families live. Parenting Journey offers powerful and effective programs that build on these beliefs to give parents the skills and confidence they need to create a strong family.

We're growing, and we're looking for our next team member!Parenting Journey is seeking a Development and Strategy Coordi...
06/10/2026

We're growing, and we're looking for our next team member!

Parenting Journey is seeking a Development and Strategy Coordinator to help advance our mission of strengthening families and communities.

This role will support fundraising, partnership development, strategic initiatives, and organizational growth while working closely with leadership to expand our impact nationwide.

We're looking for someone who is organized, relationship focused, and passionate about making a difference through nonprofit work.

This is a remote position with occasional travel. Candidates should be located within one hour of Boston, MA.

Interested? Apply today, or help us spread the word by sharing this post with your network. https://parentingjourney.org/join-our-team/

Research shows that compassion fatigue and burnout are real risks for those in helping professions.This Mental Health Aw...
05/05/2026

Research shows that compassion fatigue and burnout are real risks for those in helping professions.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, let's apply what we know: boundaries protect us, peer support sustains us, and our own mental wellness enables us to serve families effectively.

Everyone's health matters. 💚

We are excited to share that our Executive Director and Sr Program Director will be presenting at the Child Welfare Leag...
04/22/2026

We are excited to share that our Executive Director and Sr Program Director will be presenting at the Child Welfare League of America Annual Conference today. Child Welfare League of America (CWLA)

Their session, Insight to Action: The My Journey Experience for Youth in Foster Care.

We are always grateful to be in community with others who are committed to strengthening relationships and supporting youth and families in meaningful ways.

We have the privilege of sharing space with the National Early Relational Health (ERH) Network today, and we are so grat...
04/20/2026

We have the privilege of sharing space with the National Early Relational Health (ERH) Network today, and we are so grateful! 💛

There is something truly special about being in the room with people and organizations who are wholeheartedly committed to seeing families and communities thrive. It reminds us why this work matters so much.

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Our Program Team is honored to be presenting at the National Association of Social Workers Massachusetts Chapter Virtual...
04/15/2026

Our Program Team is honored to be presenting at the National Association of Social Workers Massachusetts Chapter Virtual Conference this Friday, 4/17.

Katie and Lydia will be sharing their session, The Stories We Tell: A Catalyst for Change.

At Parenting Journey, we value opportunities to learn alongside partners who are committed to supporting caregivers and strengthening communities. We look forward to connecting, sharing ideas, and growing together.

Today is National Parenting Education Day.Parenting doesn’t come with instructions and it was never meant to be done alo...
04/03/2026

Today is National Parenting Education Day.

Parenting doesn’t come with instructions and it was never meant to be done alone.

Every day, facilitators create space where families can reflect, connect, and try something new. Walking alongside parents as they discover what works for their family.

That’s the power of parenting education.


We are starting the year strong. In January, we welcomed 21 newly graduated facilitators into the Parenting Journey comm...
02/06/2026

We are starting the year strong.

In January, we welcomed 21 newly graduated facilitators into the Parenting Journey community from 10 different organizations.

Thank you to the facilitators who showed up each day with openness, curiosity, and a willingness to learn together.
Thank you to the organizations that made space for professionals to engage with Parenting Journey curricula.
And thank you to our faculty for bringing care, presence, and commitment to every day of training.

We are grateful to be growing together. 💛

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Black History Month provides us moments to slow down and reflect on the rich history, profound wisdom, and compassionate...
02/02/2026

Black History Month provides us moments to slow down and reflect on the rich history, profound wisdom, and compassionate care Black communities share. We approach this time with respect, gratitude, and lots of listening. ✊🏾🖤

We are excited to share that Parenting Journey is hiring a Development Coordinator. This full time role supports our fun...
01/08/2026

We are excited to share that Parenting Journey is hiring a Development Coordinator. This full time role supports our fundraising work and helps strengthen our community of supporters.

If you or someone you know is interested in learning more or ready to apply, please follow the link here: https://parentingjourney.org/join-our-team/

At Parenting Journey we are grateful for a community rooted in curiosity respect and care.Thank you for walking with us ...
01/06/2026

At Parenting Journey we are grateful for a community rooted in curiosity respect and care.

Thank you for walking with us and for the many ways you support families and one another.

We look forward to another year of learning listening and growing together.

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