When you were a kid, you thought of your dad as superman - the guy who could fix anything, from a booboo you got falling off your bike to a broken shower head or rusty bike. But, for some families, personal or financial difficulties have made it difficult to maintain a two-parent home. Luckily, these three charities are aiming to change that by helping dads stay involved in … [Read more...] about Three charities that support involved fathers
What you need to know as your little girl becomes a woman
Lots of women remain "daddy's little girl" for life, but when your daughter starts reaching puberty, she may suddenly find herself lost in a quagmire of bizarre emotions, needs and changes that you just can't understand. How can you make your daughter's transition to adulthood as easy as possible?First, it's time to get over the embarrassment. Whether … [Read more...] about What you need to know as your little girl becomes a woman
What is the chance our dog will devour the baby when we’re not looking?
For many couples, a puppy can be the baby of the family for years - until, of course, a real child comes along. Suddenly Rover isn't the center of attention anymore, and you might be wondering if you can even trust your pooch around the new addition to your family. Is it safe for kids and dogs to share a household?Kids are curious - which means they can be tail-yankers, … [Read more...] about What is the chance our dog will devour the baby when we’re not looking?
Worst confessions of dads when Mom is away on a business trip
Together, you're a power parenting duo. Apart, you both sort of abide by your own rules - and that's something that's often best kept on the hush-hush. For many kids across the country, mom's business trip is a bit like Christmas - your old man may just pull a Santa and shower you with the gift of a rules-free weekend, provided you're not too naughty (and … [Read more...] about Worst confessions of dads when Mom is away on a business trip
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and your kid
If you have a kid who may benefit from therapy or counseling, this is less of an opportunity for you to break out your "back in Russia, we had vodka, not shrinks," joke and more of an occasion to brush up on your psychology know-how. Of all of the approaches being practiced by therapists today, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is widely regarded to be one of the … [Read more...] about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and your kid