When it comes to Christmas, family matters. While you might receive every present on your list and have the best decorated house on the block, the best part of the Christmas season is spending quality time with your children, wife, siblings and parents. Along with decorating the tree and sharing a delicious Christmas dinner, a favorite tradition among many families is sitting … [Read more...] about Best Christmas movie dads – part II
Best Christmas movie dads – part I
With Christmas less than a week away, dads everywhere are gathering with their little ones to stoke the fire, hang the last Christmas tree decorations and enjoy classic Yuletide films. As a family-oriented holiday, Christmas films often depict dad going above and beyond to reunite with their families and give their children the best Christmas ever. Here are some timeless … [Read more...] about Best Christmas movie dads – part I
Top parenting traps and how to get out of them
As a dad, figuring out how to set guidelines and rules for your children can be a difficult and ever-present responsibility. What seemingly works in theory may not produce the results you expect in practice - leaving you in a constant state of trial and error. Here are some tips on identifying common parenting traps and determining how to get out of them.Technological … [Read more...] about Top parenting traps and how to get out of them
Will your children grow up to hate you? Some points to consider
Nobody said parenting was easy. As a dad, you will often find yourself at odds with your children in regards to misbehavior, poor school work, staying out late, being a smart mouth or any number of ways children screw up or rebel against your authority. In these turbulent situations, things can often go from bad to worse depending on how you and your children speak and act. … [Read more...] about Will your children grow up to hate you? Some points to consider
Asthma and your home environment – what you need to know right now
If your child has recently been diagnosed with asthma, you may be wondering how this condition will affect his health and development. As a dad, you want to ensure that your little one is healthy and happy by creating a home safe environment that will reduce the chances of an asthma attack. These concerns may be coupled with some confusion about the nature of your … [Read more...] about Asthma and your home environment – what you need to know right now