New research has found that an advertising campaign encouraging parents to talk to their children about sex helped initiate conversations to teenagers about practicing abstinence.The study, by researchers at The George Washington University and RTI International, found that the Parents Speak Up National Campaign successfully encouraged parents to bring up a topic they may not … [Read more...] about Report: Sex Education campaign improved parenting skills
Save money on vegetables with a garden
Fathers who are done shaking their head at the high prices for certain vegetables at the grocery store may want to start a garden of their own, especially with optimal weather just around the corner.While a garden does require some patience, a successful one can yield enough produce to greatly reduce the weekly food bill.Vegetables such as tomatoes and cucumbers are popular … [Read more...] about Save money on vegetables with a garden
Parenting skills tips for fathers and social media
More children and teenagers today are embracing social media, which entails such sites as Facebook, Twitter and various programs that allow users to instant message each other through the computer.While the new technology has done wonders in terms of communication, it has turned into a new issue that fathers should be aware of in terms of keeping their children safe … [Read more...] about Parenting skills tips for fathers and social media
Tom Brady appreciating time he has with son
While New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is finally back in practice following a season-ending injury, his thoughts may still linger on his 21-month-old son from time to time.In a story appearing in the June 1 issue of Sports Illustrated, the 31-year-old spoke candidly about how he looks forward to the time he has with John Edward Thomas, whom he affectionately calls … [Read more...] about Tom Brady appreciating time he has with son
New parenting skill emerging: Loosening up
In what may sound like a radical idea, a newspaper is reporting that some fathers are becoming less strict with the rules to help build confidence within their children.According to the Arizona Republic, a growing number of fathers are allowing their children more freedom because they feel constantly worrying about their safety "has made children stifled, too dependent, … [Read more...] about New parenting skill emerging: Loosening up