ONLINE parenting courses have been launched in Cornwall to support families as social distancing continues.

The teams from Together for Families Cornwall, who normally deliver courses at one of the dedicated Family Hub centres, are providing the following courses:

· Being Passionate about Parenting workshop ( BPAP)

· Being Passionate about Parenting with an introduction and Awareness of ADHD workshop

· Being Passionate about Parenting with an Introduction and awareness about the Spectrum

· Being Passionate about Early Years parenting ( for parents/ Carers of children 1 to 3 years)

· Passionate about the Teenage Brain workshop

Sarah is a mum of four and she has just completed the Being Passionate Parenting Course. She said: ’I wanted to do this course to help our two eldest with their emotions. A combination of missing their friends and home schooling has resulted in some angry outbursts and I wanted to know how best to support them and help them to manage these emotions.

’The course was brilliant, and the family workers made us feel relaxed, we were able to talk openly and honestly, and I came away with a great toolbox of ideas that I could use. It’s been a few weeks since the course and things are gradually getting better.’

Along with the online courses, a new fortnightly Parenting Podcast has also been launched, which contains loads of little tips on everything from fussy eaters to toddler tantrums. The podcast is available via the Family Information Service, council website and through all of the major podcasting platforms.

Portfolio Holder for Children, Health and Wellbeing and Liskeard Councillor Sally Hawken said: ’The need to support parents didn’t go away during lockdown, if anything the need became greater. That’s why our teams have adapted and changed the courses so they can continue to support their communities.

’The podcasts are also an excellent resource for families with lots of helpful information, which you can download and listen to at your leisure.’

For more information on the courses that are available please visit supportincornwall.org.uk or contact the Early Help Hub 01872 322277 [email protected]