When it comes to family planning, the question many fathers face is not if they want more children, but when will they be ready for the responsibilities of having multiple children to care for. While it's no surprise that having children changes a person's life, many people fail to consider just how much their personal and professional lives must exponentially shift to … [Read more...] about Are you scared of having more children?
Archives for February 2012
What not to do when your child excels at sports
One of the proudest moments for many sports-loving fathers is when their son or daughter excels in a chosen athletics program. Whether your son hits a home run or your daughter scores a game-winning goal, there's nothing like seeing success on the field. If you were an athlete back in your youth or continue to be active, you may even feel like your offspring is taking up … [Read more...] about What not to do when your child excels at sports
Review: Kiinde Kozii Breast Milk Warmer & Bottle Warmer
My ingenious method for heating up breast milk used to consist of filling a pot with hot tap water, dropping the bottle of milk into the pot and then placing another smaller pot of hot tap water on top to keep the bottle submerged. After ten minutes or so, I’d check the milk, realize it wasn’t warm enough yet, drain the pots and start over again. Eventually, I would have a … [Read more...] about Review: Kiinde Kozii Breast Milk Warmer & Bottle Warmer
Family-friendly Academy Award nominees to see with your kids
The 2012 Academy Awards are quickly approaching, which means that there isn't much time to catch up on the nominees for outstanding films and performances. As a father, you may be looking to get your kids excited about this year's best movies. While not every nominated picture is appropriate, you can still check out these family-friendly films currently vying for the … [Read more...] about Family-friendly Academy Award nominees to see with your kids
Three unusual things husbands should expect from pregnant wives
With your first baby on the way, you and your wife will be entering previously uncharted territory in your marriage - pre-parenthood. As a soon-to-be father, you've gotten a decidedly easier deal than your pregnant wife. With hormonal swings, physical changes, weird cravings and the pains of childbirth, your wife will need all the support she can get from you during this … [Read more...] about Three unusual things husbands should expect from pregnant wives