Kids

From an adult's perspective, your home might seem like the perfect example of cleanliness, order and safety, but things change a bit once you factor in the unwavering curiosity of a wandering child. Even the most unthreatening domestic features can become potential death traps if you don't take the appropriate precautions. Here are some babyproofing tips for making your … [Read more...] about Home baby-proofing – why it’s necessary to prevent a disaster

As your little ones begin to grow up and reach the age when they can venture away from Mom and Dad occasionally, you'll want to make sure they're prepared to safely handle themselves around strangers. Whether it's riding bikes around the neighborhood or hanging out at the town playground, your children should be able to recognize and avoid suspicious behavior from … [Read more...] about It’s time to educate your children about dealing with strangers

March is almost over, but that doesn't mean you can't celebrate Women's History Month and International Women's Day with your children. Chances are your young ones are probably participating in some lessons at school in honor of history's most inspiring female leaders, but you may want to consider expanding their education to include some at-home activities … [Read more...] about Why celebrating Women’s History Month will earn you dad points

Unless you've had experience as an educator specializing in language, the prospect of teaching your child how to speak can seem complex and overwhelming at first. Luckily, you have enough time during the first several months of your baby's life to brush up on some parenting techniques and develop the patience necessary to immerse your child in the English language. As a … [Read more...] about Is your toddler learning the right words?

As a father, you've probably heard a million different pieces of advice about how to properly raise your children. Between your family members, friends, neighbors, coworkers, child-rearing books and online parenting websites, it seems as if everyone has his or her own style when it comes to parenting. Despite this, it can be truly surprising to learn of the major cultural … [Read more...] about Do French parents have an advantage over Americans?