There is this sort of stigma attached to parenting classes. Everyone assumes that the only people in these classes are either clueless, or they are being made to by CPS or something. Maybe they’re all “teen moms” that people love to shame. Either way, it is simply not the case. Parenting classes benefit everyone- from first time parents to seasoned veterans, and I think everyone should embrace them. You will always learn something new! Plus, if someone is offering you the chance to become a better parent, why wouldn’t you take it? Remove the stigma. Check out this post by the Baby Calm Blog:
By attending these classes are we somehow saying “I’m not a good parent – I need help?” I’d argue quite the opposite, it is a parent that deeply cares for their child who seeks ways to better their interaction with them.
Parenting classes aim to:
Help parents to form realistic expectations of a toddler’s behaviour.
Help parents to form empathy with a toddler’s feelings.
Helping parents to find gentle tools to prevent & shorten toddler tantrums, aid sleep & eating