To our kids, our personalities when we are out of parent mode are mysterious. So would they like us if we weren’t their caretakers?
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Presence over Presents Lesson Hits Home for This Father
You can make more money but not more time, a ‘presence over presents’ message one father learned well from another who now needs help.
Help Not Always Needed By Dad, But Respect For Him Is
Modern dads are not clueless when it comes to child care. So why do so many women still think we need their help when we’re parenting?
‘Peach Parenting’ Lets Kids Ripen in Their Own Precious Time
A peach, like a child, is precious and often vulnerable. As children age, parents can no longer handle them like an egg in our hands.
Active Learning Can Help Your Child Be Better at Mathematics
Active learning makes learning more participatory and fun for children, helping students master concepts faster, more thoroughly.
Military Service Made Me a Better, More Resourceful Parent
I’ve never required spit-shined shoes or hospital corner bed sheets, but my military service has had a positive influence my kids’ lives.