Why You Should Consider Full-Time Fatherhood
Friday June 30, 2006
Thinking about taking the plunge into full-time fatherhood? Find out how dads choose to be the principle caregiver for their children, how to work out the details, and the questions ... Read More
How to Balance Work and Life as a Work-at-Home Dad
Friday June 30, 2006
With more and more dads finding ways to work at home, the issue of balancing work and life for these work-at-home dads is getting more attention. Find out what ... Read More
Why Fathers Matter to Kids
Wednesday June 28, 2006
Columnist Glenn Sacks and Mike McCormick of the American Coalition for Fathers and Children have written an editorial for the Houston Chronicle that catalogs the research on the impact of ... Read More
Teaching Your Kids Patriotism
Tuesday June 27, 2006
Independence Day in the U.S. is approaching quickly and along with the parades, the picnics and the fireworks, we should take a moment to share the value of patriotism with ... Read More
Bonding with the New Baby
Monday June 26, 2006
A number of new dads I know are a little jealous about the time their wives get to spend with their new baby. There is a clear desire on ... Read More
Protecting Your Child from An Alienating Parent
Sunday June 25, 2006
In the current edition of Leving's Divorce Magazine, family law attorney Amy Belair talks about parental alienation and what to do about it. If you think your child is being ... Read More
Your First Time Alone with the Baby
Friday June 23, 2006
As a new father, there will come a time when you will be all alone with the new baby. What should you do? How should you prepare? What are the ... Read More
Expectant Dads' Feelings, Needs Often Pushed Aside
Wednesday June 21, 2006
Reporter Ronnie Lynn in the Salt Lake Tribune interviews a number of expectant fathers about their experiences, their expectations and their stresses as they and their partners await the birth ... Read More
What a Dad Needs to Know About Wedding Budgets
Tuesday June 20, 2006
So your daughter or son is getting married, and you have the responsibility to plan for and pay the bills. Find out what you should know about wedding planning and ... Read More
Stepfathering Your Teen
Monday June 19, 2006
Becoming a stepfather is a daunting task, made even more complex when the children of your new partner are teenagers. Find out from other stepfathers and family counselors the ... Read More
Celebrating Father's Day for Adoptive, Foster, & Birth Fathers
Sunday June 18, 2006
About Adoption Guide Carrie Craft has compiled ideas from her forum visitors on Father's Day for adotpive dads, foster parents and birth fathers. It is an important perspective on ... Read More
State of Fatherhood 2006
Saturday June 17, 2006
University of Maryland professor Kevin Roy is a teacher and researcher about fathers and fatherhood. He comments on the state of fathers in today's society and the state of fatherhood ... Read More
Memorable Movie Dads
Friday June 16, 2006
About Home Video Guide Ivana Redwine has compiled a list of her favorite movie dads. It is also a great list to take with you to the video store ... Read More
Working Dads 2006 Survey at Careerbuilder.com
Thursday June 15, 2006
Each year near Father's Day, Careerbuilder.com conducts a survey of the attitudes of working fathers. This year's survey continues trends seen from the past. Forty percent of working ... Read More
Father's Day on HGTV
Thursday June 15, 2006
If you are looking for a quiet Father's Day in front of the television, consider tuning into HGTV. Home and Garden Television has a great Father's Day lineup including ... Read More
Planning for a Successful Summer Visitation
Wednesday June 14, 2006
One of my good friends just finished his summer visitation with his kids. He took them to Hawaii, which caused a big stir with his kids' mom. What ... Read More
Great Recipes for Dads
Wednesday June 14, 2006
Nels Henderson, a graphic designer and marketing consultant, and a commmitted dad, has posted some of his favorite recipes for fathers at a new website. There are some great ... Read More
Health Checkups for Dad
Tuesday June 13, 2006
Recent statistics suggest women are 100% more likely to have an annual physical checkup than men are. With our continuing emphasis on Men's Health Week (June 12-18), we explore what ... Read More
A Retreat for Fathers and Sons
Monday June 12, 2006
The Men's Leadership Alliance is an organization that is focused on "inspiring authentic manhood." The organizers of the Alliance believe that boys and men are given inappropriate definitions of ... Read More
How to Exercise with the Kids
Saturday June 10, 2006
June 12-18 is Men's Health Week, and almost every father I know wishes he had more time for exercise. Check out our tips for making exercise time with the ... Read More
Celebrating Dad
Thursday June 8, 2006
The About Dads and Grads Special offers content and resources from across the About Network for fathers and those who want to celebrate fatherhood and Father's Day. Check out ... Read More
Top 10 Gifts for the Sportsman Dad
Tuesday June 6, 2006
Dads who are into the outdoors, or who love sports like golf and fishing, will appreciate these ideas for Father's Day gifts. And there is still time to order ... Read More
Is Your Dad a Hero? Then Write a Tribute to Him.
Monday June 5, 2006
Is your dad your hero? He doesn't have to run into burning buildings or save drowning victims to meet that standard. If he is a hero to you, ... Read More
Give Dad the Best Fathers Day Gift: You
Saturday June 3, 2006
What every dad wants most for Father's Day is more time with his family. Here are some time tested ways to give dad what he really wants–more of you!
The Guiding Principles of Parenting
Thursday June 1, 2006
Parenting is made a lot easier when both partners agree on the underlying guiding principles of their parenting effort. Marriage and Family Therapist and About Fatherhood contributor Jeremy Schneider ... Read More