Parent Chat Format
A Week of Sharing Wisdom
February 16-25, 2018
Inviting parents* to talk with other parents about parenting.
Parent Chat Format
Parent Chats should be easy, enjoyable and a positive experience for everyone. Feel free to use the format provided, adapt it, or create your own! Click through the links below, or download this 4-page packet that includes all of these sections together in one easy-to-print document
Welcome and Introductions
Welcome everyone, do a round of introductions, and then share why you wanted to host this chat. Download a welcome & introduction script in a printable pdf.
Make Agreements
Agree on some basic rules for sharing and listening. Parenting is incredibly value-laden and conversations can be tricky. Therefore we recommend having some agreements on how to listen and share so everyone feels safe and comfortable. Read more…or download Chat Agreements in a printable pdf. .
Hold the Conversation
To start the conversation and keep it flowing, consider using these Rounds of Questions, select Topics of Interest, or a combination of those. Having some structure is helpful, but if your group prefers, you can simply allow conversation to flow naturally. You can also download a pdf version of the Rounds of Questions or Topics of Interest.
Wrap It Up
Before everyone leaves, share some commitments you’ll make together, record the moment (and share/post), decide if you’ll meet again, and let us know how it went!
Read more…or download a pdf of our Chat Wrap Up ideas.
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