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Wayne's Fatherhood Blog August 2006 Archive

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

Proud Grandparents Celebrate Second Granddaughter

Wednesday August 30, 2006
Julie and I are celebrating the birth of little Kyrstin, our second grandchild, who was born on Monday about midnight. Mom and baby (and dad, our son-in-law) are doing ... Read More

Affair Proofing Your Marriage

Wednesday August 30, 2006
Extramarital affairs more often than not destroy a marriage, whether or not a divorce follows. This article offers advice and direction on how to avoid an affair and keep your ... Read More

Father of the Bride

Monday August 28, 2006
The day a daughter marries can be pretty traumatic for a father. Emotionally, financially and physically, the experience can be overwhelming. Find out what experienced “fathers of the bride” did ... Read More

New Article Points to Crisis in False Paternity Judgments

Saturday August 26, 2006
Radio host and author Glenn Sacks, a strong advocate for fathers, has written a summary of an article in the American Bar Association's Family Law Quarterly that examines the trend ... Read More

Taming the Cooking Monster

Friday August 25, 2006
The worst thing about mealtime for a single dad is that it rolls around so often—three times every day. Here are some ideas to help single fathers handle ... Read More

Nervous New Dads and the Pediatrician

Thursday August 24, 2006
New dads often struggle with how soon to call the doctor when the baby is sick. Pediatricians offer several tried and true strategies for knowing when to handle an infant's ... Read More

Fathers and the PTA

Wednesday August 23, 2006
Now, I know there will be dads who think that being involved in the PTA is for their kids' moms. But newspaper columnist Darryl Owens from the Orlando Sentinel ... Read More

When Your Kids Are Popular with the Wrong Crowd

Monday August 21, 2006
Peer groups can be positive or negative in the life of your child. Identify ways to help your child avoid negative peer groups and pressure to make bad choices in ... Read More

Million Father March Back to School

Sunday August 20, 2006
With the first day of school approaching quickly for most school districts, a Chicago-based organziation, the Black Star Project, is organizing the Million Father March. In this march, dads walk ... Read More

Making it Through the Last Month of Pregnancy

Friday August 18, 2006
My daughter is in the last month of her first pregnancy, and I have been watching with interest as her husband supports and helps her through this important time. ... Read More

Be Inspired by The Strongest Dad in the World

Thursday August 17, 2006
Want to read a story that will humble you as a dad? Then read the story of Dick Hoyt. He has a disabled son whom he has pushed ... Read More

Staying Healthy on the Road

Wednesday August 16, 2006
If your position sends you traveling, it can be hard to maintain a consistent exercise and eating program. I know it's hard for me to commit the time and ... Read More

Top 10 Ways to Balance Life and Work

Monday August 14, 2006
Committed fathers love spending time with their children, but with today’s pressures of work and other priorities, it can be challenging to find ways to make quality and quantity time ... Read More

College Cost Calculator

Sunday August 13, 2006
Speaking of college, About Parenting of Teens Guide Denise Wittmer has a great college cost calculator that will help you determine how much you need to save for your kids ... Read More

Top Ten Must Haves for College Students

Friday August 11, 2006
Our daughter is getting ready to head back to college after a summer at home working and playing. We found out last year what the really essential things were--and ... Read More

Back to School Promotions Online

Wednesday August 9, 2006
About Child Parenting Guide Kimberly Keith has compiled a great list of retailers and online merchants who are offering back to school coupons and promotions on their websites. If ... Read More

Cut Back to School Stress

Tuesday August 8, 2006
A guest article by author Bev Bachel offers advice for dads who find themselves a little overwhelmed by the back to school furor. Excellent advice for making it through each ... Read More

You're Having Twins! Now What?

Sunday August 6, 2006
Pamela Fierro, About's Guide to Parenting Multiples, shares some great insights into what you should do if you find out you're expecting twins. Never having been a dad of ... Read More

Essential School Supplies for Elementary Students

Saturday August 5, 2006
Hard to believe that summer is alomst done and that it is time to start back-to-school shopping. If you have elementary-aged students at home, you'll need to start thinking ... Read More

Preparing Your Family for Emergencies

Friday August 4, 2006
Our community experienced a weather emergency earlier this week. A summer thunderstorm rolled through town leaving about $13 million in damages and many homes without power for about three ... Read More

Your Child's Hero

Wednesday August 2, 2006
Guest contributors Chick Moorman and Thomas Haller tell the story of a writing assignment in which a child described her father as her greatest hero. What does it take ... Read More

Choosing a Baby Name

Tuesday August 1, 2006
Choosing a baby name involves many factors. Here are some tips from About Baby Parenting Guide Stephanie Brown that can help you pick the perfect name for your child ranging ... Read More
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