Alyson Schafer - Parent Expert

Raising a Boy? You MUST come see Barry MacDonald Speak in Richmond Hill

I promised to bring you Adlerian resources and true to my word I want to tell you about a wonderful fellow Adlerian from BC who specializing in raising (and teaching) boys.  His name is Barry MacDonald.  His website is www.mentoringboys.com.   He has a book "Boy Smarts" and a fabulous free e-newsletter.  He is also coming to Ontario to speak!  If you are a teacher, or if you are raising a boy ( or living with a man, working with a man, or want to be a man) this is a MUST SEE presentation.   

Barry spoke last year to a sold out house and immediately agreed to come back.   He is funny, the presentation is full of fabulous visuals and you will have so many "ah ha" moments and new ideas of how to handle situations with your boys differently.  Well - heck - I can't say enough.   If you can't attend, please pass the word and his flyer around to your friends / schools / community centers / daycares that the "boy guru" is in town and tickets will sell out!  Order box office tickets today.

What Is Parenting BootCamp?

Alyson's Parenting Bootcamp is a one weekend intensive parenting seminar designed for parents of children ages 0 - 10years.  This is the essential parenting primer and toolkit every parent should have to be effective at raising children who are caring, co-operative and responsible.

Alyson packs a huge amount of both theory and technique in a humorous and engaging way that has excites parents about the wonderful foot up they'll have to raising great kids!

You'll leave feeling confident about your parenting and knowing:

• Your parenting style
• What to do when it differs from your spouse
• The trouble with using a punishment and reward system of discipline
• The difference between obedience and co-operation in children
• The basics of your child's personality development and a model for human growth
• Understanding WHY children misbehave
• Tools to respond and prevent misbehaviour
• Positive discipline techniques to replace external control methods
• How to be both firm and friendly in establishing routines and boundaries
• The benefits and how-to's of holding family meetings

Alyson will show you how to deal with:

• Dawdling
• Tantrums
• Sibling fighting
• Nap and bedtimes that stick
• Mealtime behaviours including picky eaters
• Giving a child responsibility for chores and school work

This truly is the best time and money you will every spend on your family. 

Included in the price is class notes, buffet lunch, coffee and snacks both days.   

The dates, locations, and prices are all listed on the registration page.  Check it out!

November Bootcamp Grad Photo

Here is the last group of grads from November''s Bootcamp.  Notice we are all smiling!

One of the grads emailed me this morning and said:

"I've said it before, but I wish every single parent would learn about the Adlerian approach to parenting. I'm definately going to try and encourage my friends to attend your February Bootcamp. I  learned so much from the November weekend. Our day to day parenting has become so easy. We have fewer issues and when they  do arise, problems or possible meltdowns are quickly diffused  through consistency and encouragement.

Thanks again.

Michelle Lalanne"

Power Struggles In The Family

Registration is now open for a one day workshop aimed specifically at parents who have on-going power struggles with their children.  Tantrums, dawdling, eating, sleeping and toileting issues are all classic power struggle areas in the early years.  Come learn about the dynamics that create and sustain a power struggle as well as the tools for moving from conflict to co-operation.  You'll have less gray hair, and happier children. 

This event is next weekend ( Jan 19th ) so register now!

Registration Open for Alyson's Next Parenting Bootcamp

How many of you made this New Years Resolution:  "Be a Better Parent in 2008" ?   Well - I have just the thing for you: "Alyson's Parenting Bootcamp". 

Registration is now open for this event and if you have children 0 - 10yrs,  believe me, you should not miss this!  Bootcamp is the essential parenting primer and toolkit you'll need.  It's the best investment you'll make in your children's future and your family's happiness.

Every participant ( there is only room for 48 people ) will leave feeling invigorated and knowing:

• scream-free strategies for morning dawdling
• what to do when siblings fight
• ways to build peaceful family mealtimes
• how to give children responsibilities  for chores
• bedtimes that "stick"
• do's and don'ts for dealing with tantrums
• and MORE...

This event takes place Feb 2 and 3rd at the Sheraton Parkway Hotel North Toronto ( the dress code is casual - phew eh?), and includes having a fabulous breakfast and lunch together as a group.  Come with a friend, or meet new people.  Its a great weekend of work, camaraderie and lots of laughter too!

You'll receive a workbook as part of your registration, and a book table will be available for purchasing related materials if you're interested in additional resources.

Why take my word for it ?  Here is a testimonial that says it all.

See you there!  ( or call me if you have any further questions - 905-473-6600)

Bootcamp Filling Up - Early Bird Price Extended

Just a quick update on my Parenting Bootcamp this weekend (Nov 10 and 11).

YES! we are filling up, but there is still some room left. I've extended the early bird registration till Wednesday register now.  You'll be grateful you did!

Testimonial for Alyson's Parenting Bootcamp

Still debating if Alyson's Parenting Bootcamp> is for you? Here is one family's testimonial. (Sorry about the cut off head Eren!)