Sometimes things don't go your way. Whether it's coming home from a bad meeting at work, getting stuck in a 10-mile traffic jam or finding out that the waiter just gave you the completely wrong dinner, there are a million little things that can go wrong and make it seem like your day has been ruined. Of course, as a dad, it's important to keep this anger and … [Read more...] about Managing anger around your children
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Is it really easier for dads to raise boys than girls?
As a father, you've probably heard the old saying that girls are more difficult to raise than boys. In fact, when you first found out your wife was pregnant, we're willing to bet the majority of you probably (and secretly) wished that your new baby would be a boy. This situation has been recreated time and again in popular TV sitcoms and romantic comedies - the … [Read more...] about Is it really easier for dads to raise boys than girls?
Is it too cheesy to plan a father-daughter Valentine’s Day?
Valentine's Day provides fathers with a unique opportunity to express just how much they care about their daughters. Whether she's 5, 15 or 35, your little girl will always look up to you for love, stability, confidence, reassurance and so many more important factors that only dad can provide. Here are some tips to keep in mind, depending on your daughter's age.1. … [Read more...] about Is it too cheesy to plan a father-daughter Valentine’s Day?
Is it actually possible to bond with your adolescent son?
As a father, watching your son grow from a tiny baby into an adolescent will likely be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. You were there for his first steps, his first words and his first day of school. Now those early moments in fatherhood have led your teen to develop a personality and intellect all his own.While the joys of seeing a child mature into a … [Read more...] about Is it actually possible to bond with your adolescent son?
Preparing yourself and your son for college
As a father, you've spent a large portion of your life dedicated towards helping your son grow up into a confident and responsible young man. You were there when he took his first steps, you attended his every little league game, you helped him with his math homework and you developed a strong father-son bond all the while. Now all those years of teaching and encouragement … [Read more...] about Preparing yourself and your son for college