When it comes to family planning, the question many fathers face is not if they want more children, but when will they be ready for the responsibilities of having multiple children to care for. While it's no surprise that having children changes a person's life, many people fail to consider just how much their personal and professional lives must exponentially shift to … [Read more...] about Are you scared of having more children?
Three unusual things husbands should expect from pregnant wives
With your first baby on the way, you and your wife will be entering previously uncharted territory in your marriage - pre-parenthood. As a soon-to-be father, you've gotten a decidedly easier deal than your pregnant wife. With hormonal swings, physical changes, weird cravings and the pains of childbirth, your wife will need all the support she can get from you during this … [Read more...] about Three unusual things husbands should expect from pregnant wives
Family-friendly Academy Award nominees to see with your kids
The 2012 Academy Awards are quickly approaching, which means that there isn't much time to catch up on the nominees for outstanding films and performances. As a father, you may be looking to get your kids excited about this year's best movies. While not every nominated picture is appropriate, you can still check out these family-friendly films currently vying for the … [Read more...] about Family-friendly Academy Award nominees to see with your kids
Tips for choosing the right name for your baby
When it comes to parental disagreements, few subjects are as contentious as picking your baby's name. Boy or girl, it seems as though fathers and mothers are genetically predisposed to abhor any name suggestions put forward by their spouse. If your wife can't get over naming a baby girl after her favorite Aunt Mildred, and she won't budge whenever you push for … [Read more...] about Tips for choosing the right name for your baby
When can I leave my children home alone?
As a father, you've probably spent a good deal of time fussing and obsessing over your child during the early years of his or her life. It may seem like taking your eyes off your little one for just a second is an open invitation for disaster to strike - leading to a constant balancing act between your child's welfare and your own professional and personal … [Read more...] about When can I leave my children home alone?