Gay men living in Florida will have the opportunity to become adoptive fathers, following the overturning of a 31-year-old law on Tuesday.Judge Cindy S. Lederman ruled that evidence has shown that "sexual orientation is not a predictor" of the quality of a person's parenting skills and that including homosexual men and women in the adoption system would preserve … [Read more...] about Florida law against gay adoption overturned
Adoption may deepen parenting skills
Raising a child is often cited as one of the most challenging responsibilities an adult can assume. Adopting a child may raise the bar one notch further for your parenting skills.November is National Adoption Month, and this year the focus is on securing adoptive parents for the 129,000 children currently in foster care waiting for a permanent home.Welcoming the initiative, … [Read more...] about Adoption may deepen parenting skills
Don’t smoke around your pregnant wife, study warns
It's long been known that smoking around children is a big no-no that flies in the face of established parenting advice. Now, new research from Korea takes that guidance one step further and warns fathers-to-be of the risks of smoking in the vicinity of their pregnant wife. As part of a study undertaken at the National Cancer Center in Goyang, 63 families - comprising a father, … [Read more...] about Don’t smoke around your pregnant wife, study warns
Movie Review: Twilight
Rating: PG-13Genre: Romantic/horror dramaRelease Date: November 21, 2008Running Time: 122 minutesChild friendly?: Although the subject matter (vampires) has the potential to be literally bloody, there is very little graphic violence in this movie. However, the dark themes and implied violence makes it most appropriate for teens 13 and up. Bella and Edward's relationship - while … [Read more...] about Movie Review: Twilight
Parenting advice for families dealing with financial crisis
The current economic downturn can present a challenge to many American families. In the midst of uncertainty, how should a father use his parenting skills to help his child understand what the family is going through?According to child psychologist Michele C. Thorne of the Indiana University School of Medicine, the most important thing is to make sure children know they will be … [Read more...] about Parenting advice for families dealing with financial crisis