Despite the fact that personal health behaviors and family history can have an impact on the health of a pregnancy, few couples seek pre-conception counseling.That is according to a new report from the Oklahoma State Department of Health, which found that that 86.5 per cent of women in the state did not receive any information on preparing for a healthy pregnancy ahead of … [Read more...] about Fathers and mothers advised to seek pre-pregnancy counseling
Obama chastises absent fathers
Barack Obama has called on fathers to do more to support their children growing up, invoking his own absent dad.Speaking to worshippers at a Chicago church over the Father's Day weekend, the Democrat's presidential candidate called on dads to realise that their responsibilities end beyond conception.While he lamented the government's failings in providing for families and the … [Read more...] about Obama chastises absent fathers
Fathers’ TV favorites revealed
It is generally accepted that dads' TV viewing is dominated by sporting fixtures and documentaries on the History Channel.Indeed, many a family argument has ensued across the US as wives and kids try to wrestle the remote from the man of the house, so that cartoons or soap operas can be watched instead of the latest golf tournament.That may now be a thing of the past, however, … [Read more...] about Fathers’ TV favorites revealed
Fathers ‘struggle with work-life balance’
With Americans working longer hours than ever before, many people feel their work-life balance has been compromised.However, research suggests that fathers in particular may struggle to maintain a healthy balance between their job and their family life.A survey from recruitment firm Adecco found that 30 percent of US fathers of believe they do not have the same access to … [Read more...] about Fathers ‘struggle with work-life balance’
Children’s books to read with dad
Reading with kids can be a great way for families to bond, while at the same time helping children to expand their horizons.For dads specifically, there are a number of children's books out there which look at the relationship between father and son or father and daughter. "Daddy Goes to Work" by Jabari Asim, for example, offers a touching portrait of the love between … [Read more...] about Children’s books to read with dad