Fathers interested in ensuring their children lead happy lives may need to give out a couple of lessons in gratitude, according to new research.Todd Kashdan, an associate professor of psychology at George Mason University, has found that the act of gratitude is "one of the essential ingredients for living a good life."However, fathers who want to instill these lessons … [Read more...] about Fathers who teach gratitude can help kids live ‘a good life’
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Separation anxiety – The Worst Ways to Say Goodbye
If you’re sending your toddler off to daycare or preschool, be prepared for tears on the first day, and perhaps many after that. Separation anxiety is normal, as is a meltdown when you reappear (reminds them of the pain of the separation). There are many ways to ease this. Here are ways not to say goodbye: Don’t be sad - while you may want to be empathetic, you will be … [Read more...] about Separation anxiety – The Worst Ways to Say Goodbye
Open communication and parenting skills a must for internet safety
Advances in technology have made much of the world more connected through computers and wireless handheld devices. However, for fathers new technology means utilizing diligent parenting skills to ensure their children are safe when using the internet.In a recent survey, more parents citeut internet dangers as their number one concern with their children's wellbeing.According to … [Read more...] about Open communication and parenting skills a must for internet safety
Dads are Different Than Moms—That’s Good For Kids
It’s a good thing that dads are different than moms—kids need them to be! In many families, moms might send a message that they know the “right” ways to do things with the children and may have taken over most of their care. But children need fathers’ styles, too, so be sure to carve out plenty of time with your offspring.All children need to learn from their dads—about the … [Read more...] about Dads are Different Than Moms—That’s Good For Kids
With swine flu, parenting skills needed to keep children safe
Despite the circulating news about the swine flu epidemic, health officials are urging parents to remain calm and use their parenting skills to monitor the health of their child.Swine flu, which is normally detected in pigs, has gotten more attention since there have reportedly been cases of people contracting the disease in New Zealand, Mexico, Canada and the U.K.Though only … [Read more...] about With swine flu, parenting skills needed to keep children safe