Being a new dad destroys a lot men. Unprepared, they find themselves disempowered and overwhelmed, while their relationships flounder. When my wife was pregnant with our daughter, I anxiously looked everywhere for real information about how to handle the emotional and personal challenges I sensed lied ahead. I found a number of keys that have m ...read more

Miscarriages suck! They are a horrific experience that no one warns you about, that happen in the midst of what’s supposed to be one of life's most beautiful and joyful moments. Unfortunately, few men know how to handle these extremely challenging experiences. They’re devastating and can have a horrible impact on our family if we don’t ...read more

Can you eat your way to pregnancy? In 2007, publication of landmark findings from the Nurses' Health Study in association with the Harvard School of Public Health revealed strong statistical support for certain links between diet and fertility, after collecting data for eight years from over 18,000 women. Avoid "trans fats," which are unsaturat ...read more

Bringing a new addition into the home can often mean adjusting to changes, especially since your baby will become the focus of all attention.Dads who choose to practice co-sleeping, which entails having your little one sleep in bed beside you during his or her formative years, are in for a wonderful experience that elevates the quality of ...read more

If your first child is growing up more quickly than you expected, you and your significant other may already be thinking about having a second baby. Just as it was with your first little one, expanding your family is a serious life decision that requires careful consideration. Here are a few factors to keep in mind before deciding to get pregnant a ...read more

Dealing with a child who is a picky eater can be a nightmare - much less handling an entire household of them. However, it's your paternal duty to make sure your children are getting the nutrition their growing bodies and minds need. With the first day of school right around the corner, here are a few tips on incorporating memory-enhancing food ...read more

While parents love all of their children, a special connection exists between fathers and daughters. The idea of "Daddy's Princess" - although stereotypical - speaks to the paternal instinct of dads to dote on, nurture and protect their little girls. However, this relationship can become strained when daughters grow up and fall in lov ...read more

Throughout her nine months of pregnancy, your wife's body and mind will undergo a significant amount of stress, transformation and discomfort. Morning sickness, mood swings, odd food cravings and bouts of depression are all common symptoms of what some women consider the most trying (albeit rewarding) experience one can undergo. Sure, you're not ...read more

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 live ...read more

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 c ...read more