Triple P: Positive Parenting Program
Every parent can use support sometimes. Triple P can help.
By equipping parents with the skills and confidence they need to handle parenting challenges and build strong relationship with their kids, Triple P empowers parents to create family environments that help children to realize their potential.
Whether your child struggles with bedtime routines, misbehavior, or more, Triple P has tips and resources to help you both thrive.
Take the Online Course |
Read the 5 Steps |
Find Local Groups |
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The best way to build your parenting skills is by talking the Triple P Online Course, with videos and activities you can adapt for your family. Read more below! |
There are five main steps for positive parenting, covering expectations, environments, self-care and more. Read more below. |
Find parenting groups and classes by searching our Activity Calendar for Triple P Discussion Groups, and the Classes & Workshops page for Triple P Group Series. |
“The strategies have been really effective! I love that it doesn’t try to tell you how you’re ‘supposed’ to parent, but gives you the tools to use when you need them.” – Triple P Online Course Participant, Eugene
Five Steps to Positive Parenting
Click on each step to learn more:
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Create a safe, interesting environment: children need to play and explore their world, so remove potential dangers from your home, teach basic safety. Provide plenty of interesting things to keep kids busy.
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Have a positive learning environment: when your child comes to you for help or to talk, they’re ready to learn. Give them positive attention, even if only for a minute or so.
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Use assertive discipline: children do best in a predictable, stable environment, so set clear rules and boundaries and follow through with appropriate consequences. Encourage behavior you like with lots of praise.
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Have realistic expectations: nobody’s perfect – children or adults – so don’t expect your child to do more than they’re capable of. And remember, all parents make mistakes sometimes.
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Take care of yourself as a parent: it’s all about balance. You’ve got to look after your own needs too, so make sure you’re getting some support, time with friends, fun, and maybe even a little time to yourself!