Halloween certainly ranks as one of the most exciting holidays for kids, especially when it's time to hit the pavement in search of delicious candy around the neighborhood. However, it's important for dads to take care when trick-or-treating with their little ones to ensure a safe evening out. Here are a few tips to keep in mind so that you and your kids have a … [Read more...] about Treats without the tricks – 3 safety tips for keeping your children’s Halloween frightfully fun
Movie Reviews: Frankenweenie
Rated: PGRunning Time: 1 hour, 27 minutesRelease Date: October 5, 2012Child-friendly? Tim Burton's characteristic spooky weirdness comes out in full force with this latest stop-motion effort, but at the core, it's a heartwarming story of a boy and his dog that kids of all ages are sure to enjoy.Depending on where you fall on the Tim Burton appreciation scale - which … [Read more...] about Movie Reviews: Frankenweenie
Is there a potty-mouth living in your house? Clean things up with these tips
Kids say the darndest things, don't they? It seems like the second they can string a sentence together, they're suddenly brimming with things to talk about. And while it can be refreshing to get your little one's take on something, there's always the danger he'll pick up a few choice words you'd rather he not yell in a public space. So if you're … [Read more...] about Is there a potty-mouth living in your house? Clean things up with these tips
Baby up at all hours? Consider these sleep training methods
While a lucky few might enjoy the sweet sound of silence at night, many fathers find themselves waking up two, three or four times a night to calm down a wakeful baby. If you've been struggling with your child's nighttime habits, consider these sleep training methods to help you both catch a few extra Zzzs before morning.Early months For the first few months, you may … [Read more...] about Baby up at all hours? Consider these sleep training methods
Halloween costumes decoded – what your kids really want to wear this year
Depending on your child, planning a Halloween costume can be a snap or an ongoing process. While some kids are happy with the old standbys - witches, princesses, ghosts and pirates - others may be looking for something a little trendier. So if you're looking for hip icons and characters your little ones are following these days, here's a guide for decoding what your son … [Read more...] about Halloween costumes decoded – what your kids really want to wear this year