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Between a busy work schedule, rushing the kids around to after-school activities and trying desperately to find a moment of peace and quiet in the house, it's no surprise that Valentine's Day sneaks up on many fathers. Even though you have the date February 14 in the back of your mind, those two weeks at the start of the month can fly by - leaving you and your children … [Read more...] about Last minute Valentine’s Day gifts to buy for mom

When it comes to amazing Valentine's Day gifts, no mother can resist the charms of a creative, handmade present from her children. If you're looking to help your kids create something truly special for mom this February 14, you might want to consider writing an original poem. As a father, you may be wondering how to go about this creative process. Luckily, you … [Read more...] about How to help your kids write a Valentine’s Day poem for mom

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

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?

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?