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Christopher Mannino

About Christopher Mannino

Chris Mannino lives with his wife and two children. As a full-time stay-at-home dad, he considers himself a lion tamer, cat herder, sanitation manager, personal chef, private teacher and more. Somehow, he also manages to squeeze in a writing career: crafting fantasy stories from picture books through adult. Visit him at www.ChristopherMannino.com

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Nurtured Heart Approach Offers Disciplined Approach to Behavior Change

July 13, 2022 by Christopher Mannino

When traditional discipline fails, the Nurtured Heart Approach calls for using your energy to reinforce the positive, not the negative.

Filed Under: National, parenting advice, parenting styles Tagged With: behavior, books, bullying, discipline, siblings, tantrums

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Cutting the Cord to Mom Not Easy for At-Home Dad

May 11, 2022 by Christopher Mannino

The newborn in his care only wants her mom. A stay-at-home dad tries cutting the cord to her then realizes he needs a better approach.

Filed Under: at-home parenting, National, relationships Tagged With: birth, daughters, love, milestones, moms, stay-at-home dads, toddlers

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Every Child Unique Even If Parents Remain The Same

April 6, 2022 by Christopher Mannino

Now matter how much you think you know about parenting after having your first child, the next kid always presents unique challenges.

Filed Under: National, relationships, toddlers Tagged With: brothers, daughters, expectations, sibling rivalry, siblings, sisters, sons

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Pressure of Parenting Best Relieved With These Easy Steps

February 2, 2022 by Christopher Mannino

Being an at-home parent is a 24/7 job. When you feel the pressure, seek quiet moments, find openings, ask for help.

Filed Under: at-home parenting, National, parenting advice Tagged With: Disney, movies, stay-at-home parents, tips, work-at-home parents

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Paid Leave For Working Parents An Important U.S. Need

January 5, 2022 by Christopher Mannino

One dad fights back after seeing America listed as the only industrialized country without paid leave for working parents and other employees.

Filed Under: National, work-life balance Tagged With: activism, family leave, working parents

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Truth About Santa Lies With Best Parental Intentions

December 15, 2021 by Christopher Mannino

Should we tell our kids the truth about Santa or keep the Santa Claus myth and magic alive as long as possible? Parents are conflicted.

Filed Under: holidays, National, parenting advice Tagged With: Christmas, life lessons, lying, tooth fairy, trust

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