It takes a village: child-rearing in the digital age

This is a press release from Co.lab

MANILA, Philippines – Co.lab, a co-working community launches a series of talks, entitled “Because it takes a village” to be given by Dr Francis Xavier Dimalanta. The talks will tackle parenting and child-rearing in the digital age. 

The discussions will be held every Wednesday evening of the month of June, starting June 1.

The initiative from Co.lab stems from their vision to empower communities through personal and professional development. With “Because it takes a village”, Co.lab aims to address the challenges of child-rearing and help the society, not just parents raise the next generation.

The series will discuss five topics: Threats on the Developing Brain which will familiarize the participants with toxic substances that affect the brain development of babies; The Challenges of Child Discipline for those who are looking for effective strategies to manage children well; The Syndrome of the Hurried Child which will teach parents to slow down and allow their kids to enjoy their childhood; A Real Approach to TV and Media which will provide a guideline for parents in supervising the media consumption of their children; and a discussion of the importance of books to the growth of children,  Reaping the Benefits of Reading to Your Child.

Dr. Francis Dimalanta is a developmental &  behavioral pediatrician and the Medical Director and Member of the Board of Trustees of the Philippine Cerebral Palsy Inc.

The series will run on June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 with each topic respectively.

Interested participants can register here. 

Admission fee is at PHP1,500 per person, but if you’re coming in a group of more than 3 people, PHP500 will be waived. 

Co.lab hopes that people will soon realize the crucial role of society in raising the future generation. Will you help them in their cause? – Rappler.com