Q: I'm a divorced dad and don't get to see my kids as much as I'd like to. I have the typical custody arrangement – every other weekend and one night a week. I miss them and I know they miss me, so I try to make it up to them by packing our time together with all sorts of really fun activities and trips. By the end of the weekend, I'm completely exhausted and stressed out. I … [Read more...] about Single Father and Not Being a Disneyland Dad
Archives for August 2008
Dads ‘central’ to their children’s early education
Developing a child's literacy and math skills from a young age is a key part of fatherhood, according to the National Center for Family Literacy (NCFL).It suggests that children benefit from their dad's involvement in their education, both as teachers and role models. Sharon Darling, president and founder of the organization, said: "Spending time together and learning as a … [Read more...] about Dads ‘central’ to their children’s early education
Jacob and Emily king and queen of baby names
Emily has topped the list of the most popular names for a baby girl in the US for the twelfth year running, while Jacob makes it nine consecutive years as the nation's favorite boy's name.The Social Security Administration's annual baby name ranking recorded only one new entry in the top ten for 2007 - Elizabeth, which returned after a two-year absence, demoting Samantha to … [Read more...] about Jacob and Emily king and queen of baby names
Children With Special Needs
Q: My wife and I have a child with a number of special needs. Although we both love our child very much, there's no question that parenting him has taken a toll on our marriage and the rest of the family (we have other children). Interestingly, my wife and I respond to the stress very differently. Is there anything we can do to reduce the tension, as well as improve our … [Read more...] about Children With Special Needs
Daddy’s Home – Olympics 2008
Read more funny dad cartoons. Daddy's Home is a humorous commentary on today's family life, with an emphasis on the role of the modern father, through the eyes of a stay-at-home-dad. With a growing circulation of more than 4 million, it is published in leading newspapers around the world including The Washington Post and The Orange County Register. Daddy's Home … [Read more...] about Daddy’s Home – Olympics 2008