Dads’ Guide for Cooking for Kids
The idea that men can’t cook for the family seems archaic and ridiculous, particularly since there’s a long-standing flip side of …
When You Don’t Like Your Own Kids
“You don’t have to like Lizzie – but you still have to treat her with respect.” “You don’t have to play with …
Night Owl Parent In An Early Bird World
I’m not a morning person. Apparently I was as a child, torturing my parents with cheerfully persistent greetings before the break of …
So You’re A New Dad? Here’s Some Advice.
Your baby is here! Time to throw all expectations out of the window. As a father of 6 wonderful human beings, I …
Parenting Pioneers
Every national holiday, Americans are faced with the challenge to figure out how to celebrate the holiday while at the same time …
When Character Building Tales Are Damaging
Good news for all parents: I have come up with a design for a school that would offer our kids the character …
Note to Parents: “You’ve Got This.”
If you are a parent, there’s something I’ve been meaning to tell you: “You’ve got this” Parenting is a wild rollercoaster ride. …
Safety, Choices, and Unconditional Love
A man—a stranger—promises ice cream to a 7-8 yr old. She just needs to leave the school grounds and come with him. …
Beyond Whining
There is nothing quite as irritating as the sound of a child whining. Except maybe the whistling whine of a dog. Or …
My Perfect Stepford Family, or Why I Don’t Control My Children
“You can’t touch my body without permission! It’s my body!” “You can’t tell me what to do!” “You’re not in charge of …