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Wayne's Fatherhood Blog June 2005 Archive

By Wayne Parker, About.com Guide to Fatherhood since 2002

Choosing the Right Babysitter

Wednesday June 29, 2005
Planning a night out with your partner or heading out on a date and need a sitter for the kids? Welcome to the world of choosing child care for ... Read More

Cannes Festival Rewards Films on Fatherhood, Male Guilt

Sunday June 26, 2005
The annual Cannes Film Festival featured award winning films relating to fatherhood and the challenges brought into a man's life by discovering he is a father. Read more about ... Read More

Teenage Attitudes Towards Fatherhood Revealed in New Report

Friday June 24, 2005
In a released report entitled “Teenagers and Attitudes towards Fatherhood” Fathers, Incorporated explores the thoughts and attitudes of today’s teenagers. The report, compiled after a series of focus groups ... Read More

When Do I Need a Family Counselor?

Wednesday June 22, 2005
A friend of ours has separated from her husband, and she is considering whether or not to try to put the family back together. How does a family decide ... Read More

Give Dad the Best Fathers Day Gift: You

Saturday June 18, 2005
With Fathers Day approaching, families may be looking for a personal and inexpensive way of honoring dad. Here are some time tested ways to give dad what he really ... Read More

Top 7 Gifts for the Do It Yourself Dad

Tuesday June 14, 2005
Father's Day is Sunday June 19. If your dad is a do-it-yourselfer and home handyman, then you will find some great gift ideas. Tools, books, equipment and just some ... Read More

The Effects of Divorce on Children and How to Cope

Sunday June 12, 2005
At our daughter's reception, one of our guests was a friend who has just finalized his divorce, and his children. You know, children are the innocent victims of parents ... Read More

Daughter's Wedding on Saturday

Friday June 10, 2005
Our family is celebrating a milestone this weekend with the wedding of our oldest daughter. I have been learning a lot about being a (hopefully) successful father of the ... Read More

Summer Vacation Plans

Thursday June 9, 2005
School’s out for summer, and our kids all want to watch television or play video games for three months straight. But successful parents know that summer vacation is an ... Read More

Father's Day Crafts, Make A Gift for Dad

Tuesday June 7, 2005
Father's Day is June 19, 2005. Dad will love any gift his child makes for him, so let your child browse this collection of gift ideas, and free printable patterns, ... Read More

Finding America's "Sweetest Dads"

Sunday June 5, 2005
Parents Magazine is on a crusade to find America's Sweetest Dads. As they describe them, these dads are "those honeys who bring you flowers for no reason, do the ... Read More

Telling Stories Makes for Bonding Experiences

Friday June 3, 2005
Last weekend, I took my two youngest boys camping, ages 15 and 12. We were having a great time cooking out and playing around the campground until the clouds ... Read More

Summer Road Trips

Wednesday June 1, 2005
Looking forward to a summer vacation on the road with your family? Find tips on planning the trip, making it fun for the family, and finding great destinations for the ... Read More
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