It's long been known that smoking around children is a big no-no that flies in the face of established parenting advice. Now, new research from Korea takes that guidance one step further and warns fathers-to-be of the risks of smoking in the vicinity of their pregnant wife. As part of a study undertaken at the National Cancer Center in Goyang, 63 families - comprising a father, … [Read more...] about Don’t smoke around your pregnant wife, study warns
Archives for November 2008
Brad Pitt opens up about fatherhood
Any father who has caught news reports about the expanding brood of celebrity dad Brad Pitt and his wife Angelina Jolie may be wondering how any man can have the energy and parenting skills for six kids.It's not always easy, Pitt revealed during an appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show. He described a situation that is likely to be familiar to most dads, in which it can take up … [Read more...] about Brad Pitt opens up about fatherhood
Parenting advice for families dealing with financial crisis
The current economic downturn can present a challenge to many American families. In the midst of uncertainty, how should a father use his parenting skills to help his child understand what the family is going through?According to child psychologist Michele C. Thorne of the Indiana University School of Medicine, the most important thing is to make sure children know they will be … [Read more...] about Parenting advice for families dealing with financial crisis
Fathers team up for kids’ safety – and quality time
It is normal for fathers to be concerned about their children's safety at school. But how many would take a day off work to volunteer at that school and help kids feel secure?At least 45,000 nationwide, it would appear, based on the membership figures for WatchDOGS, a group of fathers who commit to spending at least one day annually at their child's school, helping out with a … [Read more...] about Fathers team up for kids’ safety – and quality time
John Stamos says he’s ready for fatherhood
Media reports about female celebrities who dream of having a baby are fairly common, but what about the famous men who yearn for a pregnant wife and the responsibilities of fatherhood?Now, actor John Stamos has spoken out on just this subject, saying that he is ready to flex his parenting skills and become a father - although he doesn't know exactly how it will happen yet.The … [Read more...] about John Stamos says he’s ready for fatherhood