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The interactions between you and your wife are often the model for your child's attitude when it comes to relationships. Many of us are often lost as to how much PDA is too much, which is why it's important to reflect on the topic every once and a while.Most people agree that a tolerable amount of PDA in the comfort of your home is acceptable when your son or daughter … [Read more...] about Should PDA be kept on the DL in front of your children?

Although some believe that it's the mother's job to do most of the teaching, there are certain things that only a dad can explain, especially if his child is a boy. Many sons realize exactly how pivotal those father-son talks are as they mature and learn from their mistakes. To bestow the most essential fatherly wisdom to your pride and joy, allowing him to successfully … [Read more...] about Three things a dad must teach his son

When our children are sick to their stomachs, we tend to express some sympathy for the pain they're experiencing - but wouldn't it be so much easier if they knew how to find the toilet? For some reason, many children seem to have trouble predicting when they're going to vomit and don't quite make it to the bathroom when they realize what's going down (or … [Read more...] about Cleaning vomit stains – what you need to know

There are plenty of crusaders out there who say that TV is nothing but a brain-washing machine for our kids. Although we don't want our children to become couch potatoes, there are some advantages to befriending the boob tube. Sure, you might want to set limits to what your little one can watch, but there are also some great reasons to allow him or her to indulge in … [Read more...] about Watching television – a no-no or a nurturing tool?

Let's face it - not every kid out there has the coordination that's required for football or baseball. These sports call for good eye-hand coordination and well-developed leg muscles. If your wife isn't too keen on exposing your son or daughter to violent sports, you need to find a plan B. As much as this might sadden us, there are plenty of other options out there … [Read more...] about Good sports for uncoordinated kids