Fathers looking to do something fun with their kids this July 4th could do worse than taking a trip to the movies to see Hancock.This is not your typical superhero movie and as such, may not be suitable for young children. There is a fair amount of swearing and violence, as well as adult themes that youngsters may not understand.However, for those with kids aged 12-plus, this … [Read more...] about jMovie Review: Hancock offers a superhero caper with a twist
Parenting advice needed on childhood nutrition
Despite the growing obesity epidemic in the US, many American parents are confused about the best nutrition and exercise habits for their child, new research has suggested.Disney Family conducted a survey of parents and found that more than two-thirds are concerned about the nutritional value of the foods their child eats.Despite this, nine out of ten respondents said their … [Read more...] about Parenting advice needed on childhood nutrition
Keeping the passion alive post-fatherhood
Most couples find that the passion in their relationship dies down as time goes by and once kids come along, it can be difficult to remember what the word means.Insomniac babies, hyperactive toddlers who want their mom and dad out of bed by 06:00 and sheer exhaustion can put a real dampener on parents' sex lives, but couples are no longer accepting that it has to be this … [Read more...] about Keeping the passion alive post-fatherhood
Mothers and fathers told: Consistency is key to getting babies to sleep
After long nights spent trying to rock a baby back to sleep, many new parents wonder if they will ever be able to get their infant to settle down with ease.Thankfully, help is at hand. Dana Obleman, author of 'The Sleep Sense Program - Proven Strategies For Teaching Your Child to Sleep Through the Night' has offered some of her pearls of wisdom to the ContraCosta Times to help … [Read more...] about Mothers and fathers told: Consistency is key to getting babies to sleep
Parenting advice for vegetable-adverse kids
Getting kids to eat vegetables can force moms and dads to summon up all of their parenting skills, but sometimes all the cajoling and pleading in the world will not persuade a toddler to eat broccoli.As a result, many parents are turning to sneaky tactics to get some healthy food into their children, hiding greens in everything from smoothies to muffins.There are even books … [Read more...] about Parenting advice for vegetable-adverse kids