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As a dad, you want to see your children do well in school so they can become doctors, lawyers or even astronauts one day (Mars is just waiting to be explored!). Becoming involved with your kids' schools can be a great way to boost their education while taking a more active role in their lives. In fact, researchers at the University of New Hampshire and New Editions … [Read more...] about Is your involvement helping or hurting your child’s education?

Ask any dad out there, and he'll tell you that despite how much he loves his kids, they can be downright annoying sometimes. Whether it's interrupting an after-hours work assignment you need to have done by 9 a.m. or repeating "Hey, Dad!" a hundred times until you're red in the face, children definitely know how to push a parent's buttons. But even … [Read more...] about Top 3 things you should never say to your child

There's no doubt that multimedia distractions are everywhere these days, and overexposure to Saturday morning cartoons, internet games and smartphone apps can negatively impact kids' social and intellectual growth.A study conducted by the Associated Press and AOL found that 40 percent of parents leave children unattended while playing video or computer games. Because of … [Read more...] about How can video games make your kids smarter?

There is perhaps no travel situation more feared than being stuck on a plane with a screaming, energetic child. Whether it's a quick domestic flight or a 12-hour trek from LA to Australia, misbehaving children can become a burden for yourself and everyone around you. Here are some travel tips to make flying with your kids a far more pleasant experience.1. Give them some … [Read more...] about Flying with kids: Top 3 tips for avoiding in-flight tantrums

As a new father, your family's financial situation has likely been weighing on your mind. Beyond the medical bills associated with your wife's pregnancy and delivery, you've probably been spending a pretty penny on baby clothes, diapers, toys, child-proofing your home and other necessary items for your growing family. But before you break the bank on immediate … [Read more...] about New dads: Top 3 ways to financially safeguard your growing family