1. Home
  2. Parenting & Family
  3. Fatherhood
Wayne Parker
Wayne's Fatherhood Blog January 2007 Archive

By Wayne Parker, About.com Guide to Fatherhood

Job Shadow Day 2007

Wednesday January 31, 2007
February 2 is Groundhog Day in the United States, but it is also Job Shadow Day. We have quite a few teenagers that will be coming to my workplace to ... Read More

Creating Healthy Boundaries in Stepfamilies

Monday January 29, 2007
Several years ago, I had an assignment at church to work with couples on their second (or subsequent) marriages who were dealing with blended family issues. While I have ... Read More

Video of Teens Attack--What Dads Should Do About Cyberbullying

Saturday January 27, 2007
Last week, a story hit the national media about a videotaped incident of after school violence that was apparently staged for posting on YouTube, MySpace and Photobucket. And while ... Read More

Making Chores Fun and Effective for Kids and Dads

Thursday January 25, 2007
Having household chores for your kids is important. It helps with the workload of keeping a family running, and it teaches them responsibility. Find out from some of our stay-at-home ... Read More

Time Magazine Article on Paternity Issues

Wednesday January 24, 2007
I just read the very fascinating article in this week's Time about paternity testing and child support. The author talks about a number of court cases recently in which ... Read More

Top Ten Ways to Stay Close to Your Daughter As She Grows Up

Monday January 22, 2007
I have been truly blessed as a father to have two wonderful daughters. Our oldest is married and has a baby daughter of her own. Our youngest is ... Read More

Teens and Stress

Saturday January 20, 2007
If you have teenagers at home, you can appreciate the challenges many of them face trying to balance school, home, friends, sports and more. About Pediatrics Guide Dr. Vince ... Read More

Instant Father Warms to Fatherhood

Thursday January 18, 2007
OK--I know this will sound a little sappy, but I loved this story from the Los Angeles Times. A columnist who has never been a father shares the story ... Read More

What Every Dad Should Know About Labor

Tuesday January 16, 2007
When Julie and I had our first son, I was totally clueless about pregnancy and all the stuff that goes along with it. Fortunately, we went to a childbirth ... Read More

2007 Childhood Immunization Schedule

Monday January 15, 2007
About Pediatrics Guide Dr. Vince Iannelli has recently published the recommended immunization schedule for children in 2007. Check out his recommendations and get the time scheduled to take the ... Read More

Finding Money for College

Saturday January 13, 2007
Early in the calendar year is typically the time when high school seniors and their parents are working hard to find information about paying for college. Find out everything you ... Read More

From Father to Son, Last Words to Live By

Friday January 12, 2007
Want a moment to reflect on what's important as a father? This article from the New York Times gives you just such an opportunity. First Sergeant Charles King, ... Read More

Top Movie This Week Has Fatherhood Theme

Wednesday January 10, 2007
If you're in the mood for a good movie with a good message about fathers, this is the week to catch Night at the Museum. We took the family ... Read More

How You Can Help Your Children Form Their Own Identity

Sunday January 7, 2007
One of a father's key responsibilities is to help children become successful and happy people. Guest contributor Sally Sacks offers some great ideas and tips for helping your child ... Read More

Recovering from Workaholism

Friday January 5, 2007
Do you find yourself more and more committed to work and less and less to family? Then you may be experiencing the psychological addiction known as workaholism. Find out about ... Read More

New Children's Stories Website Has a Lot to Offer

Wednesday January 3, 2007
My Baby Monsters is a new website where parents share stories in writing or via sound files. It is hosted by Michael Baumgarten whose daughter, Josie, was the inspiration ... Read More

Top Fatherhood Stories of 2006

Monday January 1, 2007
The year 2006 was an interesting one for issues of interest to fathers. From a ballot issue in North Dakota to the results of a new survey on working ... Read More
Explore Fatherhood
About.com Special Features

Resolutions for the Whole Family

Fitness and health resolutions for kids, teens and adults. More >

Family Tech Center

Stay connected and entertained with reviews on tips on the latest HDTVs, cellphones and more. More >

  1. Home
  2. Parenting & Family
  3. Fatherhood

©2010 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.