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Most kids growing up in a two-parent household discover early on that mom and dad are different. Want to borrow the car but mom says no? Maybe dad will give in. Mom always lets you have an extra piece of chocolate cake after dinner, but dad says no candy until you've eaten all your broccoli. And rule-making isn't the only place where moms and dads differ - … [Read more...] about Will dads ever be moms?

When you were a kid, you thought of your dad as superman - the guy who could fix anything, from a booboo you got falling off your bike to a broken shower head or rusty bike. But, for some families, personal or financial difficulties have made it difficult to maintain a two-parent home. Luckily, these three charities are aiming to change that by helping dads stay involved in … [Read more...] about Three charities that support involved fathers

Lots of women remain "daddy's little girl" for life, but when your daughter starts reaching puberty, she may suddenly find herself lost in a quagmire of bizarre emotions, needs and changes that you just can't understand. How can you make your daughter's transition to adulthood as easy as possible?First, it's time to get over the embarrassment. Whether … [Read more...] about What you need to know as your little girl becomes a woman

For many couples, a puppy can be the baby of the family for years - until, of course, a real child comes along. Suddenly Rover isn't the center of attention anymore, and you might be wondering if you can even trust your pooch around the new addition to your family. Is it safe for kids and dogs to share a household?Kids are curious - which means they can be tail-yankers, … [Read more...] about What is the chance our dog will devour the baby when we’re not looking?

Together, you're a power parenting duo. Apart, you both sort of abide by your own rules - and that's something that's often best kept on the hush-hush. For many kids across the country, mom's business trip is a bit like Christmas - your old man may just pull a Santa and shower you with the gift of a rules-free weekend, provided you're not too naughty (and … [Read more...] about Worst confessions of dads when Mom is away on a business trip