Home-Start Central Lancashire
There for parents when they need us most,
because childhood can't wait
Sweet Chilli Parenting — a little warmth, a little spice, and a lot of support
Parenting is one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do, and one of the hardest. Sweet Chilli Parenting is a free programme of four workshops for parents and carers of children of any age, offering a non-judgmental, relaxed, and relatable space, with peer support built in, to gain practical insights and tools to support your parenting journey.
What to expect from the sessions
Sweet Chilli Parenting takes you on a four-session journey, exploring some of the most powerful ideas in modern parenting. All in a way that’s accessible, honest, and completely free from judgment. Each session builds on the last, giving you space to reflect, ask questions, and share experiences with other parents in the group.
Session 1 — Trauma-Informed Parenting & Building Solid Brain Architecture. We start by exploring what trauma is and how it can shape our children’s behaviour and development. You’ll also have the chance to reflect on how your own experiences might influence your parenting, and discover the difference that a therapeutic approach can make.
Session 2 — Attachment Theory. This session looks at how our earliest relationships shape the way we connect with others, including our own children. Understanding attachment can be a real lightbulb moment for parents, helping to make sense of behaviours and strengthen the bond with your child.
Session 3 — Parenting Styles. Ever wondered why you parent the way you do? This session explores the different approaches parents take, what influences them, and the impact they have on children and family life.
Session 4 — Therapeutic Parenting in Practice. The final session brings everything together. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of what therapeutic parenting looks like in real life, and practical tools you can start using with your family straight away.
Feedback from Parents
“This course has been FANTASTIC – I have learnt so much more than other things I have tried. The facilitator was perfect – engaging, funny, knowledgeable and supportive.”
“I found the course really useful. It has consolidated things I already knew and helped me understand my children more, so I can be a better parent. This has been the best course I have ever been on and it has really helped me – thank you. I would recommend it to all parents and I think it would be good for teachers too.”
“I feel more confident in being able to deal with his outbursts and understanding why.”
“I feel more confident and it has helped me with new parenting skills.”
“I found the peer support within the group really useful as it can be isolating.”
“It’s reassuring to have somebody who is non-judgmental.”
“Best course I’ve attended, was everything we needed.”
“This has been really insightful and makes you think! Thank you so much for doing the session in the holidays so I could attend.”
100% of parents who completed the programme reported feeling more confident in their parenting
94% of participants improved their coping score over the course of the four sessions
Want to find out when our next sessions are running?
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Here you will be able to get the upcoming dates of our Sweet Chilli Parenting sessions
We have sessions running in Chorley, Preston and West Lancashire. South Ribble dates are coming soon
If you would like to attend a session, please call the office on 01257 241636 and ask to be added to the session you require.
No referral required.
