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Spring can be a great time for dads and their kids to get out and enjoy the nice weather. But unfortunately, Mother Nature can be especially unpredictable, and April showers can put a damper on any outdoor plans. A rainy day movie can come to the rescue - but choose wisely - there are a large number of terrible kids movies out there that will leave you and yours more dismayed … [Read more...] about Three worst rainy day kids movies

Nearly everybody is on Facebook these days - from teens to parents to elementary-school aged kids. As social media websites play an increasingly larger part in a growing number of people's lives, the impact they have cannot be over looked.In an effort to address the effects such websites have on younger children, both positive and negative, the American Academy of … [Read more...] about AAP: Doctor should encourage parents to discuss Facebook with kids

As summer approaches, you may be dying to take a vacation. As a dad, taking a week off is more difficult than it was in your younger days. But that doesn't mean you still can't go on a trip with your kids. All it takes is a little creativity and you and your family can be experiencing a little well deserved R&R this summer.With that in mind, here are a few options … [Read more...] about Summer vacation ideas for dads

Warm weather, the smell of fresh-cut grass and more daylight hours - all great benefits of the arrival of spring. But, for dads, perhaps the best aspect is that it gives you a chance to get your kids out of the house (and out of your hair). Let them burn off their energy in the great outdoors to keep them engaged during the day and sleepy at night.With that in mind, here are a … [Read more...] about Three ways dads can get the kids outside this spring

After the second infant death associated with the Delta Enterprise "Safety Peg" Drop-Side crib, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a recall, re-issuing the warning they made in 2008.The original recall effected more than 985,000 cribs, and was issued due to concerns over missing safety pegs. The products were sold at stores including Walmart and … [Read more...] about CPSC re-issues crib recall announcement after infant death