DadLabs tackles the subject of kids, cyberspace and your family's social media strategy. Find out which sites exist that can introduce kids to social media technology and allow them to connect with friends. … [Read more...] about Social Media and Your Children (Video)
Archives for December 2010
New studies: Ferber method may harm baby
For new parents, one of the most difficult things to get used to is having to deal with an infant that cannot sleep through the night. One of the more popular methods for getting a newborn to sleep better is the Ferber method, which hinges largely on self-soothing. However, recent studies have shown that letting an infant "cry it out" may have numerous negative … [Read more...] about New studies: Ferber method may harm baby
Don’t get slap happy, spanking not recommended
Disciplinarians of yore used to strictly adhere to the mantra "spare the rod, spoil the child," but times have changed. Parents who spank their children are few and far between, and most experts roundly reject this form of corporal punishment, branding it as archaic, ineffective and, sometimes, potentially harmful.Perhaps the biggest reason why spanking is frowned … [Read more...] about Don’t get slap happy, spanking not recommended
Facebook privacy settings advice
I was with my sister-in-law over the weekend. She works in a large high school as an assistant principal. She always has anecdotes to tell about the stresses of modern teens and the trouble they get into. Since my kids are only six and ten, most of these are just cautionary tales, but more and more, the advice is hitting closer to home. This weekend, we talked about Facebook … [Read more...] about Facebook privacy settings advice
Top 5 gifts dads will hate
With Christmas approaching, many dads are eagerly awaiting the gifts their wives and kids have come up with this year. While it is obviously the thought that counts, there are still some presents that will make the day just a little bit better, and others that may make you hit the egg nog a little bit harder.With that in mind, we've put together the top five worst Christmas … [Read more...] about Top 5 gifts dads will hate