Kids, particularly young boys, are likely to be dragging their parents to the cinema this weekend as "The Incredible Hulk" bursts onto screens across the country. Although the big-budget superhero flick is bound to appeal to youngsters, dads who remember the Marvel comic books capers of the green giant may also appreciate this slick remake. This is the second incarnation … [Read more...] about Movie Review: “The Incredible Hulk” is action-packed fun for all
Archives for June 2008
GreatDad on TV: Interview on the View from the Bay
Here's a link to an interview with Paul Banas, founder of GreatDad.com, which appeared on the View from the Bay, June12, 2008.http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?section=view_from_the_bay/parenting_babies&id=6201872Traveling with your teens can be a challenge, but it's possible to keep your sanity and have fun! CEO and founder of GreatDad.com, Paul Banas.Tips for dads … [Read more...] about GreatDad on TV: Interview on the View from the Bay
Who Knew Airports Are Fun?
This is an excerpt from an article that appeared in the Star Tribune on June 9, 2008. Who Knew Airports Are Fun? June 9, 2008 Flying with children is not at the top of most parents' list of favorite experiences. But chasing after them in airports because of canceled flights or long delays is even less appealing. Greatdad.com, an online resource for fathers, has … [Read more...] about Who Knew Airports Are Fun?
Survey finds that work impinges on fatherhood
Contrary to the popular image of dads as 'hands off' parents who prefer to leave the day-to-day child rearing to moms while they go to work, a new survey has found that many fathers dream of staying at home with the kids.More that a third of respondents to Careerbuilder.com's study said they would leave their job if their partner's income could easily support the entire family, … [Read more...] about Survey finds that work impinges on fatherhood
Keeping teens off drink and drugs requires good parenting skills
The teenage years are a notoriously difficult time for families, as children and parents battle over everything from curfews to hair color.It is also a time when many young adults begin to experiment, either with their looks, music, or drugs and alcohol.A new study from the Partnership for a Drug-Free America shows that half of all parents with children in grades six to eight … [Read more...] about Keeping teens off drink and drugs requires good parenting skills