DadLabs presents a few ideas for outdoor fun with your kid. From footballs to soccer balls to Nerf toys, there are a variety of balls and other sporting goods available for playing catch. … [Read more...] about How to Play Catch with Your Kid(Video)
8 signs it’s time to have a talk with your teen
In the past, maybe it was sex or drugs. Now add modern school issues like cyber-bullying and there are even more reasons to stay in touch with changes in your child. We recommend family dinners every night possible so you stay close to your kids. Even if you do this, you should still watch for other danger signs that mean you need to go in and talk to the school and have a … [Read more...] about 8 signs it’s time to have a talk with your teen
The big themes at 2010 ABC kids show
Sorry for the tease. There were no big themes. Maybe it's the recession or just a fluke, but I wasn't the only one who had a hard time finding major conclusions from this year's kid and baby products extravaganza in Las Vegas this week. I saw a few things that were new - I judged the JPMA Innovation Awards - but no game changers. Here are the subtle moves I did see, though … [Read more...] about The big themes at 2010 ABC kids show
Advice for gay dads with daughters
Melisa Holmes at Girlology.com and I were chatting over email the other day and she had plenty of wise words for parents of girls. Since we have a lot of gay dad friends, and not nearly enough gay dad content on GreatDad.com, I'm always interested in what experts say about gay dad fathering, as new an area of study as it is. Her advice to gay Dads: Keep being a great … [Read more...] about Advice for gay dads with daughters
New Aton infant car seat base locks down tight
80% of car seats are installed incorrectly. Cybex Aton introduces new seat that really tightens infant car seat base into car. $199 with bbase, available February 2011. … [Read more...] about New Aton infant car seat base locks down tight