As a dad, figuring out how to set guidelines and rules for your children can be a difficult and ever-present responsibility. What seemingly works in theory may not produce the results you expect in practice - leaving you in a constant state of trial and error. Here are some tips on identifying common parenting traps and determining how to get out of them.Technological … [Read more...] about Top parenting traps and how to get out of them
Will your children grow up to hate you? Some points to consider
Nobody said parenting was easy. As a dad, you will often find yourself at odds with your children in regards to misbehavior, poor school work, staying out late, being a smart mouth or any number of ways children screw up or rebel against your authority. In these turbulent situations, things can often go from bad to worse depending on how you and your children speak and act. … [Read more...] about Will your children grow up to hate you? Some points to consider
Asthma and your home environment – what you need to know right now
If your child has recently been diagnosed with asthma, you may be wondering how this condition will affect his health and development. As a dad, you want to ensure that your little one is healthy and happy by creating a home safe environment that will reduce the chances of an asthma attack. These concerns may be coupled with some confusion about the nature of your … [Read more...] about Asthma and your home environment – what you need to know right now
Is it too early to let my teen start dating?
Dating has changed a lot since many parents' teenage years. In the past, true dating traditionally began sometime during high school and might have involved going out somewhere for dinner, catching a movie at the local theater or drive-in and saying goodnight at the front door. While many of these classic dating customs hold true today, what many young people consider … [Read more...] about Is it too early to let my teen start dating?
What is ADHD and how can I help my child handle it?
Regardless of whether they're boys or girls, young children can be unpredictable, highly-energetic and difficult to control. Parents spend hours trying to get their little ones to sit still, be quiet and generally just calm down. But at what age does this behavior stop being the inevitable byproduct of an excitable child and start hinting at signs of a deeper problem? As a … [Read more...] about What is ADHD and how can I help my child handle it?