As your children grow and develop, you may notice changes in their usual sleep routine. Young children may take a nap or two throughout the day, while older adolescents often stay up during all hours of the night and sleep into the afternoon.As a dad, these fluctuations can make encouraging regular bedtimes for healthy levels of sleep difficult. However, a phenomenon known as … [Read more...] about Do night terrors mean something is wrong with my child?
Is it too early to sign your preschooler up for organized sports?
You've watched your young child play with other neighborhood kids and noticed he seems to have a knack for competitive games, even at such an early age. As a dad, this can be an especially proud moment as you think ahead to visions of high school championships, college scholarships and possibly entering into professional sports.But if your child is still in preschool, … [Read more...] about Is it too early to sign your preschooler up for organized sports?
Countering childhood obesity – yes, it can be done
As a dad, you want to ensure that your children are leading a healthy and active lifestyle. However, with the rise in popularity of junk food and fast food in recent years, getting kids to eat right has never been more challenging - leading to a fitness epidemic plaguing America's youth. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control reports that obesity in children ages 6 to 11 … [Read more...] about Countering childhood obesity – yes, it can be done
From angels to spoiled brats – how to avoid the latter this holiday season
The holiday season is in full swing, which means that families everywhere are gearing up for Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations. While this can be an exciting time of year to give and receive presents, sometimes holiday cheer can border on materialistic obsession. For young children, TV commercials, cartoons, the internet and video games can all overshadow … [Read more...] about From angels to spoiled brats – how to avoid the latter this holiday season
Will your stepchildren ever accept you?
Divorce is increasingly becoming a reality for many American families. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, half of all marriages ended in divorce in 2009. While this can initially be a jarring lifestyle adjustment for both parents and children, eventually divorced life will become more normal and acceptable. It may not seem like it, but your children will eventually learn to … [Read more...] about Will your stepchildren ever accept you?