STRONG START™ PROGRAMS FOR NEW DADS
Learn the important stuff, backed by research to make things go better.
StrongStart™ FOR EXPECTING DADS
Learn proven tactics to build confidence, baby-proof your relationship, and build a lifetime of mental wellness for your child.
✓ Understand Child Development
✓ Babyproof your relationship
✓ Connect with other new dads
StrongStart™ Practice FOR DADS AND KIDS
Develop a calm, mindful parenting practice to support lifelong confidence, curiosity, resilience, and people skills.
Wednesday Mornings in Downtown Santa Monica
DadTime™ COMMUNITY PLAY GROUP FOR DADS AND KIDS
Join us for free StrongStart™ In-Person Practice every Saturday morning at Virginia Avenue Park. Kids play freely in an engaging environment while dads connect to other dads and learn tactics to make life easier.
Let mom sleep in, and spend your Saturday mornings with us— there’s free coffee, and the Pico Boulevard Farmer’s Market is just outside!
Provided completely free of charge through a partnership between SMMUSD’s Child Development Services, the City of Santa Monica, and Early Engagement.