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

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.

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.

‘Bluey’ Dad No Dog When It Comes To Good Parenting

September 22, 2021 by Christopher Mannino

Bandit Heeler, the stay-at-home dad, in Bluey is a role model for fathers in how to manage parenting two small, imaginative children.

Moving Boxes Family in to Journey Toward Adulthood

July 28, 2021 by Christopher Mannino

I hope my son remembers these moving boxes, the packing, the tears and the excitement of new adventures. It’s one more step toward adulthood.

Embrace Your Child’s Interests to Learn Something About Yourself

June 30, 2021 by Christopher Mannino

It doesn’t matter what my interests are. Maybe he’ll get into that stuff later on, maybe not. It’s not about me, it’s about him.