Online Parenting Courses - Solihull Approach

Who are these parenting groups/online courses for?

The groups and online courses are for all parents and carers with children from birth to 19 years. The groups and online courses offer support and advice for all families, to include support for children with additional needs.

What is the evidence supporting these groups and online courses?

Research shows that the parenting groups and online courses help to build positive relationships between parent and child. They can reduce conflict and strengthen communication. The courses help to widen our understanding of feelings and behaviour to help us to become sensitive and effective parents. The courses are NICE approved.

Who runs the parenting groups?

Parent Support Workers will run each parenting group and will facilitate in pairs. These are trained professionals who have a wide experience of supporting families and children. All of our staff hold a DBS certificate. 

In some groups, volunteers support the facilitators. All our volunteers are vetted and hold a DBS certificate.

Do I have to pay to attend a parenting group or access an online course?

All groups and online courses are free to parents. An access code will be given to parents to complete the online courses.

How do I get onto a parenting group?

Parents can book through our website using the Trybooking service. Parents can also contact their Family Hub directly to request a group. Referrals are also received through schools and health services.

How much time do these parenting courses take?

Understanding Your Baby runs for 6 weeks. The group meets once a week for a two hour session.

All other parenting groups run for 10 weeks. The group will meet once a week for a two hour session, excluding school holidays.

Online courses are approximately 9 – 11 sessions, with each session lasting about 20 minutes each. Parents can work through them at their own pace.

How many people will be in a parenting group?

Group numbers vary but, typically, groups have from 5 to 12 parents.

Do I need to attend each session?

Each session will cover a different theme and builds on previous sessions. Therefore, to get the best out of the course, parents should attend every session.

If parents miss one session, the group facilitators will support the parent in catching-up on missed content.

Our parenting groups are popular and so we do expect good attendance from parents. We do understand that unavoidable events happen, but should a parent miss three sessions or more, we would remove them from the group and offer a group at a later date.

When and where do parenting groups take place?

Parenting groups are planned on a termly basis so starting dates vary. Groups will take place during the working day and will be term time only (excluding Understanding Your baby). We use different venues across Redditch and Bromsgrove which include Family Hubs, Schools, and Community Spaces.

All of our venues offer a safe, secure environment which is welcoming, warm and offer a friendly face and refreshments throughout.

Can I bring my children to the groups?

Babies are welcome to Understanding Your Baby. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate older siblings or other children at this group.

For all other groups, parents attend without their child.

Will other parents in the group have the same problems as me?

Where possible, we try to match the group to the needs of the parent and child. Therefore, there may be some parents attending the group with similar problems to you. This can be of great benefit through shared experiences and understanding.

However, every situation is unique, and each group will offer parents the space and time to share their problems should they wish to.

Will I have to talk about my family’s problems?

The group is both supportive and safe for parents to talk about their family’s problems. However, there is no expectation for parents to do this and there will be no pressure to share.

Will other people find out what I talk about in the group?

In the first session, we will make a group agreement which will include confidentiality. It is expected that what we talk about in the group is not shared or discussed with anyone outside of the group.

Will other services know if I am attending the group?

We will not discuss you or your family to any other services unless we feel that you, or your child, or any other person is at risk of harm. We would always try to discuss this with you first. We can contact services on your behalf if you want us to. If someone referred you, we would let them know you attended the group.

Will I have home tasks to do?

Each session will give you a home task to try. None of these are written tasks unless you wish to record them. We will give opportunities for parents to discuss the outcomes of these home tasks at the start of the following session.

What if English is not my first language, can I still attend a group?

We welcome all parents. Our facilitators, however, are English speaking so we can only offer an English-speaking group. Where possible, we do try to accommodate parents by adapting activities to meet the needs of the group.

How accessible are your groups for those with disabilities or additional requirements?

We make every effort to ensure our groups are accessible and inclusive to all. If you wish to attend a group and have a particular requirement, please discuss this with a parent support worker prior to attending the group.

Can I bring a friend or relative with me to the group?

Our groups are very friendly and supportive, but you are welcome to bring a friend or relative should you wish. We ask that you discuss this with a parent support worker prior to starting the group.

This course is for parents (and grandparents, friends and family) of babies receiving neonatal care. 

The Understanding your preterm or sick baby courses were developed by Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Davy Evans in partnership with Hazel Douglas MBE, Clinical Psychologist and Director of the Solihull Approach. They have been informed by contributions by health professionals as well as lived parent experiences all of whom are referenced in the course credits.   

The courses focus on: 

• Helping parents to understand and process their feelings and those of their baby, supporting them to develop the best bond and relationship with baby 
• Focus on nurturing, sensitive, ‘attuned’ relationships
• Signposting practical resources to help navigate new environments and transitions
• Being easily accessible focussing separately on experiences at hospital and at home.
• Being completely free online to access in own time 
• Considering different family arrangements and offer support for all friends and family members hoping to support baby 

To access this online course visit the Our Place website (opens in new window)  and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

This course is for parents, grandparents and carers to understand how the coronavirus pandemic may have affected your child or children emotionally.

You may have noticed that your child’s interests have changed since returning to school, or that your child is more anxious, or you might be worried about their social life. This course may help you to process the impact of the pandemic on your child. It starts with a brief look at your experience of the COVID pandemic and then moves onto thinking about your child or children.

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window)  and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

This course is for parents, grandparents and carers to understand how the coronavirus pandemic may have affected your teenager emotionally.

You may have noticed that your teen's interests have changed since returning to school, or that your teen is more anxious, or you might be worried about their social life. This course is about understanding how the COVID pandemic may have affected your teenager emotionally and starts by thinking about your experience of the pandemic and then look at your teenager's experience and how it may have affected them.

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window)  and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

This course is for parents, grandparents and carers - for everyone in your new baby's bubble.

No matter your role, if you would like to build a strong, healthy relationship with a new baby this course is for you. It integrates the traditional information given on an antenatal course with a new approach to starting your relationship with your baby before your baby even makes an appearance!

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window)  and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

یہ کورس دراصل والدین، دادا دادی اور دیگر تمام نگہداشت کرنے والوں کے لیے ہے - نئی آنے والی زندگی سے متعلق ہر فرد کے لیے

ہے جو قبل از پیدائش کورس تک رسائی اور بچہ کے ساتھ صحتمندانہ تعلقات استوار کرنا چاہتا ہے

یہ آپ کے بچہ کے وجود میں آنے سے پہلے ہی، بچہ کے ساتھ تعلقات کی شروعات کرنے سے متعلق نئی سوچ اور نقطہ ہائے نظر کو

قبل از پیدائش آپ کے بچے کے ساتھ آپ کے تعلقات کے اس کورس میں دی گئی روایتی معلومات سے مربوط کرتا ہے۔

یہ وضاحت دیتا ہے کہ کیوں اور کیسے آپ اس بچے کے لیے اس قدر اہم ہیں، چاہے آپ بچے کی ماں، والد ، ساتھی، دادا یا دادی ہی

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‘Understanding your baby’ is for everyone around a new baby: supporting you and the new arrival from birth to 12 months.

The course brings together all of the traditional information given on a postnatal course, in a new approach to developing your relationship with your baby. It looks at your baby’s sleeping, feeding, crying, playing and childcare options.

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window) and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

'Understanding your child' is an online course suitable for anyone that cares for a child up to the age of 18, including parents and grandparents.

Dealing with challenging behaviour can affect your confidence as a parent or carer. This course is here to help you understand more about the roots of behaviour and the best ways that you can support your child. It will also help you recognise emotions in yourself and the impact they can have on your child's behaviour. 

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window)  and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

'اپنے بچے کو سمجھنا' تمام والدین، ددیال/ننیال اور18-0 سال کی عمر کے بچوں کے کیئررز کے لیے ایک آن لائن کورس ہے۔ یہ کورس آگاہی کا ایک سفر ہے۔ یہ ان چیزوں پر نظر ڈالنے کا راستہ استوار کرتا ہے جو کہ زیادہ تر صورتوں میں مدد گار ہوتی  

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Разберете детето си” е онлайн курс за всички родители, баби, дядовци и бавачки на деца от 0 до 18 години. Този курс е пътешествие през познанието. Той показва и надгражда една гледна точка, която ще бъде полезна в повечето ситуации. Така че курсът най-вероятно не е за Вас, ако просто търсите информация на определена тема.

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window)  and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

'Fahamka ilmahaaga' waa cashir onlayn ah oo loogu talagalay dhammaan waalidiinta, ayeeyooyinka iyo awoowyaasha iyo daryeelayaasha carruurta da'doodu tahay 0-18 sano. Cashirkani waa mid la dhex guusayo aqoonta. Wuxuu horumariyaa qaabka loo eego waxyaabaha ka caawin doona xaaladaha badankood lagu jiro

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إن "فهم أطفالكم" عبارة عن دورة تدريبية مباشرة على الإنترنت لجميع الآباء والأمهات، والأجداد والجدات، ورعاة الأطفال ضمن الفئة العمرية 0-18 سنة. وهذه الدورة عبارة عن رحلة في المعرفة، فهي تطور لديك طريقة لتقييم الأمور والتي ستفيدك في معظم الحالات. ولذا، فإن هذه الدورة لن تكون مناسبة لك إذا كنت تسعى فقط للحصول على بعض المعلومات حول موضوع معين.

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了解你的孩子”是针对0-18岁儿童的父母、祖父母及看护人设计的一套在线课程。本课程将带您徜徉知识的海洋。它会建立起一种看待事物的方法，在大多数情况下都对您有所帮助。所以，如果你只想针对某个具体主题来寻求一些信息，这个课程可能不适合你

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Zrozumieć swoje dziecko” jest internetowym kursem dla wszystkich rodziców, dziadków oraz opiekunów dzieci pomiędzy 0 a 18 rokiem życia. Jest to podróż, która wyposaży Cię w realną wiedzę. Pozwoli ona wyrobić w sobie umiejętności, które będzie można wykorzystać w większości codziennych sytuacji. Jeśli więc szukasz odpowiedzi na pytanie w konkretnym temacie, ten kurs może nie być dla Ciebie

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window)  and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

If you care for a child with a physical or learning disability or who may have autistic traits this course is for you.

This course will help parents, relatives and friends of children with a physical or learning disability to better understand the child.

It looks at the ways you feel and act as a parent or carer, and the impacts this can have on your child's behaviour. It will introduce you to different styles of parenting and the ways they can make it easier to work with your child's behaviour and support their development. 

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window)  and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

Short course - Coming soon!

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If you are either interested or worried about your child's mental health and wellbeing, then this course is for you.

This course 'Understanding your child's mental health and wellbeing' is unusual as it introduces you to mental health and wellbeing in Part 1..., then you leave this course and complete 'Understanding your child' ...and then come back to Part 2 of this course.

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window)  and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

If you are a parent or carer of a teenager and find yourself confused or overwhelmed by recent changes to your child's behaviour, the 'Understanding your teenager's brain' course can help.

Knowing more about how the teenager’s brain works can help you to understand their behaviour better – why they can be impulsive, need to sleep a lot, be emotional, rebellious, take risks, be disorganised or distracted.

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window) and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.

This course is for anyone who is in a relationship.
Relationships include couples, friendships, neighbours, family relationships, work colleagues.

You may want to celebrate it, you may want to give it a bit of an MOT or you may feel your relationship is in need of some attention. Maybe you feel you are drifting, or perhaps things have been difficult lately. You’re looking for a way forward.

Relationships can be difficult, complicated, fun, satisfying, exciting, annoying, bring
out the best in us, bring out the worst in us. We are often in one, but we don’t often
spend much time on them. So here’s the chance!

To access this online guide visit the Our Place website (opens in new window)  and use PARENTSROCK as your access code.