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As a dad, leaving the kids home alone can be scary. Whether you're going away for a business trip or just can't be there to pick your children up from school every day, you may be wondering if your flesh and blood are ready to be home without parental supervision. While it's a good idea to wait until they've reached age 12 or 13, here are a few tips on letting … [Read more...] about Tips for leaving the kids home alone

December is finally here, which means that the holidays are only a few weeks away. While you've probably started doing some shopping for presents online and at local stores, you should also think about helping your kids with their holiday gift-giving. In particular, coming up with some homemade ideas can be great for family members and close friends. Here are a few projects … [Read more...] about Holiday gifts your kids can make at home

As a soon-to-be father who has recently learned that his wife is pregnant, there are likely a million thoughts and concerns running through your mind right now. In addition to thinking of future plans for your coming child, you need to learn as much as you can about your wife's next nine months of pregnancy in order to ensure that your baby is healthy and happy. Between … [Read more...] about Exposing pregnancy myths

As a parent, part of your job is finding fun ways to bond with your children that can also help them to learn and grow. In particular, making storytime a regular activity in your home can benefit your family in a number of ways. Whether you read together in the afternoon in a favorite armchair or after tucking the kids in for bed, here are three reasons why storytime is … [Read more...] about Three reasons why storytime is important for kids

Thanksgiving is days away, and dates like Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and New Year's Eve are quickly approaching, which means that pretty soon your whole family will be in gear for the holiday season. While there might be a lot of pressure on you and your spouse during this time of year, it's important to help everyone stay on top of good health habits, particularly … [Read more...] about Keeping kids healthy around the holidays