Relationships can be difficult for fathers and daughters. It can be hard for fathers to grasp the balance between teaching a daughter to love her body as it is and appreciating her mind. Society stresses physical beauty, but lately, movements have worked on counteracting these pressures and focusing on the mind instead. So how does a father figure out if he's praising his … [Read more...] about Raising a girl to appreciate her body and mind
Movie Review: ‘Gravity’
Movie review: "Gravity" Rated: PG-13 Running time: 1 hr. 31 min. Release date: Oct. 4, 2013Child friendly? Almost every kid dreams of being an astronaut at some point in his or her childhood. The allure of outer-space adventure and dazzling special effects are sure to capture the imaginations of sons and daughters alike, at least those that are a bit older. This … [Read more...] about Movie Review: ‘Gravity’
3 tips for encouraging healthy eating habits in your kids
As a father, you've probably encountered the challenge of getting your kids to eat healthy meals and snacks. Between the stubborn insistence on eating junk food and refusal to eat nutritious items, children don't always make the best dietary choices. To help your kids grow strong and healthy, you need to take steps to instill positive eating habits. A few tips can help … [Read more...] about 3 tips for encouraging healthy eating habits in your kids
Screen time: How much is too much?
As I'm sure you've noticed, in our technologically advanced society we're constantly engaged with all kinds of devices and bombarded by every sort of media imaginable. However, this onslaught isn't only for grown adults, but also for children, who are still learning about the world around them. A recent study has shown that kids ages 8 to 18 spend more than seven and a half … [Read more...] about Screen time: How much is too much?
5 things to stress to your kids on Halloween night
Halloween is here yet again, which means hours of putting together costumes and buying enough candy to satisfy the neighborhood's sugar-crazed mobs of kids. Being a good dad on Halloween can be tough - you have to walk the line between strict and lenient. While dads want their kids to have fun, make sure you stress these five points with your tykes, tweens and teens.1. Tell … [Read more...] about 5 things to stress to your kids on Halloween night