In the Nurturing Parenting class, parents will have an opportunity to learn the philosophy and practices of nurturing parenting, understand personality traits and how they relate to parenting and also have fun with other parents in their community. Each week, parents will explore a different topic together including: The Philosophy and Practices of Nurturing Parenting Ages and Stages of Growth for Infants and Toddlers Ways to Enhance Positive Brain Development in Children Communicating with Respect Building Self-Worth in Children Understanding Feelings Understanding and Developing Family Morals, Values and Rules Praising Children and their Behavior Alternatives to Spanking Learning Positive Ways to Deal with Stress and Anger