It's not easy, but thousands of dads do it every year. Here are five ways to make this Halloween the most memorable ever, in the worst way: 1. Force your child into the arms of random hobgoblins and people dressed as monsters. It will definitely toughen them up for all the crazies that exist in the real world, while providing many laughs for the evening. 2. Dress your child … [Read more...] about How to screw up Halloween
Archives for October 2011
Is watching football “family time” with the kids?
We just did a news piece on a study showing that dads with boys tend to spend more time with their kids than dads who only have girls. That's a sad bit of news, since girls really need daddy time as well. But I don't want to get off on that tangent. The second part of the story went on to say that this extra "boy time" was spent watching TV together. So, is watching TV really … [Read more...] about Is watching football “family time” with the kids?
Do fathers spend more time with their children if they have boys?
Growing up, most of your friends were probably boys, so it makes sense that your son wants to spend time with the other men in his life - like his male peers and, of course, his father. But do dads tend to favor their sons? Will a father spend more time with his kids if he has boys?According a Journal of Family Psychology study cited by AllProDad.com, 41 percent of fathers with … [Read more...] about Do fathers spend more time with their children if they have boys?
Review: Bumbleride Indie Stroller
The Bumbleride Indie stroller could very well be called the Nimbleride Indie stroller for its quick and easy handling. That was my first impression after I set it up and took it for its maiden voyage, with my newborn daughter riding in the first class seat. The 12” inflatable tires and rear suspension really smooth out the bumps on non-paved surfaces, while the swiveling front … [Read more...] about Review: Bumbleride Indie Stroller
When do you yell at your kids?
We all get frustrated with our kids; for the things they break and the noise they make. That still doesn't mean we get to yell at them. If we feel it coming on, its always best to count to 5 (or 20 if you need to) and then talk to them in a firm and quiet voice. Mellow kids come from mellow parents who don't make everything an emergency. However, there is one time when you can, … [Read more...] about When do you yell at your kids?