Kids imbibe different, yet complementary skills from their dads and moms. Moms are generally more emotional and dads are more detached. Mom's influence has more to do with self-worth and the ability to form close, one-on-one relationships. Kids need to learn both, the expression of emotions as well as detachment from emotions. If a child gets hurt, he needs to express it so … [Read more...] about Top Five Ways in which Dads are Different: Handling Emotions
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Top Five Ways in which Dads are Different: Introduction
Dads Are Important for the Integral Development of Kids Research has revealed that interactions with a father are as important as interactions with a mother in a child's integral development. A father's influence starts to be important from very early on. One study, conducted in Germany, showed that dads who interacted with their kids in sensitive, supportive, and … [Read more...] about Top Five Ways in which Dads are Different: Introduction
Plenty of Love for All
Here are some tips to help both your baby and your older children feel secure and loved: Set aside a time to be alone with your older children. Let them pick an activity they would like to do. Tell them stories about what you did with them when they were babies. When you are doing things with your baby, let your older children take … [Read more...] about Plenty of Love for All
Including Your Baby’s Brothers and Sisters
Your baby’s brothers and sisters can help him grow and learn. Include them in activities with your baby. This can help them get along better together. You and your older children can sing a song or read a story to your baby. The baby will enjoy this. Your older children can help you at the baby’s bath time. They can help when you are changing his diaper. … [Read more...] about Including Your Baby’s Brothers and Sisters
How to Enjoy Sex during Pregnancy
Sure, sex before pregnancy used to be a wild affair because all you could damage was the nightstand lamp during the most raging romp. However, pregnancy introduces other considerations. Once you have taken the required precautions, pregnancy sex can be equally enjoyable. Questions that bother lovemaking couples during pregnancy are: Is it safe to have sex during … [Read more...] about How to Enjoy Sex during Pregnancy