As a dad, figuring out how to set guidelines and rules for your children can be a difficult and ever-present responsibility. What seemingly works in theory may not produce the results you expect in practice - leaving you in a constant state of trial and error. Here are some tips on identifying common parenting traps and determining how to get out of them.Technological … [Read more...] about Top parenting traps and how to get out of them
Archives for December 2011
Review: BabyGiraffe Accessory Holder
One thing we’ve learned about Rosemary, our three month old baby girl, is that she loves to stare at things. Especially fuzzy, hanging things. Put something fuzzy and hanging in front of her eyes and she'll be captivated for period of time. And the more things you can dangle in front of her, the better. In an effort to keep her distracted and therefore quiet, we dangle things … [Read more...] about Review: BabyGiraffe Accessory Holder
2011 in Bans around babies and kids
Some days it just seems like there are too many rules. Take a look at this list compiled by Yahoo! Shine's Piper Weiss on crazy rules set up around pregnancy, baby names, schools and travel. Some seem a bit over the top and more than a few downright unnecessary, but in a world more and more focussed on the individual, it's not surprising some organizations are trying to herd … [Read more...] about 2011 in Bans around babies and kids
Will your children grow up to hate you? Some points to consider
Nobody said parenting was easy. As a dad, you will often find yourself at odds with your children in regards to misbehavior, poor school work, staying out late, being a smart mouth or any number of ways children screw up or rebel against your authority. In these turbulent situations, things can often go from bad to worse depending on how you and your children speak and act. … [Read more...] about Will your children grow up to hate you? Some points to consider
Asthma and your home environment – what you need to know right now
If your child has recently been diagnosed with asthma, you may be wondering how this condition will affect his health and development. As a dad, you want to ensure that your little one is healthy and happy by creating a home safe environment that will reduce the chances of an asthma attack. These concerns may be coupled with some confusion about the nature of your … [Read more...] about Asthma and your home environment – what you need to know right now