Shame on all dads if this COVID-19 shut-in doesn’t forever close the gender gap with our wives in the battle for household-related and childcare equity.
The Racism We Gift Our Children
A white father struggles to explain to his black son the racial divide in America that is so prevalent in the headlines, and learns much in the process.
Early Days with Baby for Memory Making, Not Perfect Parenting
A big brother advises to skip the self doubt about one’s ability to care for baby in those early days. Focus on enjoying the life you’ve created instead.
Virtual School: ‘Almost School’ or Online Lesson for the Future
Online learning is here to stay. So the prospect of your child in “virtual school” should excite, not scare, us parents. I’m virtually certain of it.
My Kid’s Failing School: Punishment or Understanding Needed?
When the grades came in, I realized my kid’s failing school and started into the classic Five Stages of Parental Freaking Out.
Unscheduled Summer Brings Some Shame, Some Boredom, Much Joy
just as I began to feel bad for my no-camp kids, I listened to your many plans a little closer. I hear exhaustion in your voice already. So once the shame subsides, I’m looking forward to an unscheduled summer around the house — together.