Daily life during an economic downturn is similar to watching Borat with your kids - pray it ends quickly and with as little embarrassment as possible. On a serious note, the recession can be difficult for fathers, many of whom must struggle to find a new job or keep their existing position, manage the family's budget and still give their family the support they need. Though … [Read more...] about Top five things to know during the recession
Archives for January 2010
Healthier food choices for kids on the run
Ideally, we all want to fill the kids full of carrots and apples, but that's not always practical, and quite often not what the kids want as a snack right now. I try to avoid feeding them more white flour products like straight bread, though my son and I just went wild on a cookie from the coffee store. Some manufacturers have sent me some food samples recently and I've given … [Read more...] about Healthier food choices for kids on the run
New JPMA crib guidelines
One of the big changes at the ABC Kids Show last fall was the disappearance of cribs with up and and down gates. Continuing improvements in safety can help cut crib deaths. For Crib Safety Month in January, the JPMA suggests the following safety tips to protect the baby and sustain the proper lifespan of your crib: Parents should not use any crib with missing, broken or … [Read more...] about New JPMA crib guidelines
Better with age? Harrison Ford discusses how aging has made him a better father
Actor Harrison Ford told Parade magazine that becoming a father again after 33 years was an unexpected joy."I wasn't expecting it at all. The unexpected part was certainly true. And the joy part is also true," he said.Ford has five kids, ranging in age from 42 years old to 9 years old. He told the news provider that he's improved as he's aged."My first child was … [Read more...] about Better with age? Harrison Ford discusses how aging has made him a better father
Movie Review: The Tooth Fairy
Rating: PG Genre: Comedy Release Date: January 22, 2010 Running Time: 85 minutes Child-friendly?The Tooth Fairy is the story of a tough-guy hockey player who is forced to take on the duties of a real tooth fairy after being too mean one too many times. Starring Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, the movie is a family comedy that will likely appeal to elementary school aged … [Read more...] about Movie Review: The Tooth Fairy