You are about to embark on an exciting facet of adulthood: A newborn is entering your life. Before your new baby comes home with you, you need to turn your bachelor pad into a baby haven. Along with preparing the baby's room and stocking up on baby supplies such as diapers, you have to...
Read MoreBabies are born with all their teeth already present. They aren’t visible, but they’re in the jaw hidden by the gums. At about 6 months, your kid will start to grow their teeth in. By the time your child is three, they should have all 20 teeth present...
Read MoreSpending time with the family is one of the greatest things to being a parent, especially when the kids at that age where they think their dad is cool. If you’re spending the holidays together, taking a vacation, or just spending a Saturday in each other’s company, there are a lot of great games...
Read MoreWhether your child (and I use the term loosely) is applying for a first holiday job while at college, or their first proper career job, seeing them actually take an interest in paying their way in the world is one of those ‘rites of passage’ things that goes with becoming an adult...
Read MoreThe sense of having only a limited amount of time causes many parents to work themselves out of a life. The truth is sometimes while you're making money, your attitude of too little time can actually suffocate your spirit. The 'Cats In The Cradle' song by Harry Chapin is the perfect example...
Read MoreBeing a daddy-to-be is one of the most beautiful times in any man’s life. Everyone’s experience with becoming a parent is unique and should be cherished every moment. When it comes to preparing for fatherhood, there really is no magic formula that fits all. What you can do though...
Read MoreTo all the fathers out there: Your words are very powerful, use them wisely! It was my daddy who taught me to value and accept myself, he told me that I was exceptionally beautiful and that I was the most valuable thing in life. And you know what? I believed every word that he said. My friend Tommy was not as fortunate...
Read MoreIt’s always worth helping your children pursue their dreams. After all, what is life without dreams and besides that it can help push them towards interesting and exciting careers? You never know how far they’ll get. Remember, Taylor Swift began her career performing for her family. So, how should you...
Read MoreIn today’s family households, most men and women work outside the home, so they want to spend as little time as possible carrying out household chores, so that they can enjoy quality family time with the children...
Read MoreSo, the other half is away for a day or two. You have been left with the kids, and instead of organising a family outing to the zoo, water park, play centre etc, you fancy doing something a little different to the norm. Something which the kids will remember, as much as you will...
Read MoreIs it just me or even you all who feel that the kids grow up way to fast? And we do know that the kids require quantity and quality of time in order to connect with them. We do know the value of tying heart strings between us. But what do all...
Read MoreAnyone who has young kids will know the days of spontaneously popping to the pub are well and truly over. Life is now a merry-go-round of cancelled dinner dates (you invited people over, but ran out of steam, or the also-parents you invited ran out of steam), take-away pizzas and...
Read MoreAs a loving dad, you want to be the perfect role model. To show your kids that the world is a place rich in opportunity and adventure. To go forth and try new things, experience new thrills, and learn new skills. If you’re a dad who embraces new challenges, then what an example you are setting...
Read MoreIn a world where your fridge can order your shopping, it may seem a little difficult for children of the 21st century to still feel excited about simple things in life. But don’t let high-end technology estrange your kids from you. It’s time to remind them, and yourself, that there are still plenty of exciting things...
Read MoreThe morning after I sat in amazement as our country map turned one red state after another, my wife and I called our nine year old son from his sleep to talk to him. We were not Trump supporters, not by a long shot. And while we were aware that he knew this, we wanted...
Read MoreThroughout life, we all pick up a vast swath of hobbies and interests. These activities are usually expensive to run and take a lot of time to maintain. So, when kids enter the picture, your hobbies and interests will start to dribble away. But, if you play your cards right, you could keep a firm grasp...
Read MoreIf you’re a father and your kids are fairly young, I don’t have to tell you how important your position is. Between you and your partner (if you have one) it’s your job to keep a roof over your kids’ heads, put food on the table, teach them personal responsibility and generally set them on the right track...
Read MoreIt's not a good thing for your child to be afraid of water. As parents, we want to rest easy in the knowledge that our kids will be just fine in any situation. It’s possible that they might find themselves in water on a semi-regular basis, and we need to ensure they’re OK with it...
Read MoreI was chatting with my wife about the long night we'd had getting up with the baby, when I said, "At least I get up with her. A lot of men don't. You should be grateful." I was tired. And I said it like she was really lucky to have me. Like I was going above and beyond as a father...
Read MoreIt is shortly after 8:00pm, and my five-month-old, Nicholas, is inconsolable. He's been changed, fed and burped. He's been read to in a soothing, upbeat tone in comedic contrast to his panicky, bloody-murder shrieks. He is up on my shoulder, snug in his sleep sack, wailing away as I gently pat his back...
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