Workshop for fathers

A workshop called PlayPower for Dads will be held on Saturday, November 27, at Beachside Family Centre in the grounds of Umina Public School, Sydney Ave, Umina.

Two sessions will be run.

The first group, for fathers of one to three year olds, will run from 10.30am to noon.

The second group, for fathers of babies to one year old, will run from 1pm to 2.30pm.

PlayPower is a program run by the Benevolent Society to help parents learn ways to make the most of everyday activities.

"For many fathers, it is a struggle to find time to spend quality time with their young children under three years of age," said centre facilitator Debbie Notara.

"By the time they get home from work, the children may very well be having a bath, dinner or going to bed.

"Many fathers think about the relationship they have with their own father and want it to be different with their children.

"From birth, playing with children while doing routine activities can build a strong, positive relationship with your child." said Ms Notara.

"Some dads really want to know how they can have fun with their children in ways other than the usual throwing the football around or having a wrestle.

"They want to connect with their children when they are much younger."

For more information and bookings for PlayPower workshops, phone 4343 1929.

Press release, November 11 Debbie Notara, Beachside Family Centre