Join our one-time workshop in Barrie and unpack the myths, science, and real-life application of gentle parenting.

Social media has turned “gentle parenting” into a punchline. You’ve seen the comments: “How’s that gentle parenting working out for you?” or “This is why kids don’t respect their parents anymore.”

But what if we’ve misunderstood the entire concept?

At VOX Mental Health, we’re offering a one-time, in-person workshop this June to explore the truth behind the “gentle parenting” debate — and why it’s so much more than soft tones and skipped consequences.

What’s the Problem With the Buzzword?
“Gentle parenting” is often confused with permissiveness — a lack of boundaries, consequences, or structure. But when done right, it’s not about avoiding discipline. It’s about how we deliver it: with warmth, consistency, and emotional presence. In the research world, this is known as authoritative parenting — and it’s consistently associated with the best outcomes for kids, from mental health to academic success.

What You’ll Learn in the Workshop
We’ll explore:

• The four parenting styles recognized in research
• The neuroscience behind emotional regulation (for both parent and child)
• Why kids don’t need perfection — they need attuned, supported caregivers
• How real-world stressors (trauma, burnout, discrimination, neurodivergence) impact parenting
• Why co-regulation, not control, is the foundation of healthy emotional development

This is not a space for judgment or “shoulds.” It’s a space for reflection, clarity, and equipping you with evidence-based knowledge — not just parenting opinions.

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, educator, or simply curious, this workshop is for you.

Workshop Details:
📅 Monday, June 16
🕤 Morning session: 9:30–11:00 AM
🕝 Afternoon session: 1:30–3:00 PM
📍 15 Collier Street, Barrie

👶 Babies in arms are welcome.
🧠 Led by a trauma-informed, registered therapist.
🎓 Grounded in psychological research, not parenting trends.
📝 Includes Q&A and take-home resources.

Spots are limited — register now to join a conversation that will deepen your understanding, not your guilt.