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Tips for single dads.

2009/2/19

Bonding with Your Kids

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@ 10:01 PM (8 months, 20 days ago)
Dads' traditional role as breadwinners means that they spend relatively less time with their kids than the moms. Breadwinner dads often need to be creative regarding things to do with their kids. Here are some tips to help dads bond with their kids:

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2009/2/18

How to Take your Baby's Temperature

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@ 09:36 PM (8 months, 21 days ago)
If you suspect your baby feels warmer than usual you may need to check for fever. Always use a modern digital thermometer to take your child's temperature. These are not only more accurate and easy to use, but also avoid the risk involved in older designs that use mercury.

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2009/2/17

When your Kids says NO

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@ 09:33 PM (8 months, 22 days ago)
At first, it may seem a little disconcerting to hear your children say "no."

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2009/2/15

Being a Single Teen Parent is Not Easy

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@ 08:47 PM (8 months, 24 days ago)
Taking care of children is harder for single parents. Single parents often don't have someone to help take care of the baby. Single parents often don't have someone to help make decisions. Also, it is harder for single parents to see their friends. Caring for the baby takes up so much time.

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2009/1/30

Improve Your Baby's Table Manners

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@ 12:32 AM (9 months, 11 days ago)
Babies can act like cavemen at the dinner table and be perfect savages even at their own birthday party. They will do it when they are angry; they do it to show their love. Reasons aside, teaching them proper table manners will be the first step towards the lifelong discipline and etiquette that should sooner-not later-be second nature to your child. Remember, the more disciplined and consistent you are, the more disciplined and consistent your child will be. Breaking the rules from time to time may only serve to confuse your child.

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2009/1/27

Dad's Guide to Raising Over-Scheduled Kids

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@ 09:00 PM (9 months, 13 days ago)
We all want to make sure our kids have enough experiences so that they know where they can really shine. This in turn may provide the direction for a fulfilling life. Sometimes, however, in our zeal to show them new things, we either allow them or push them to take too much on at once. Here are a few warning signs that your child is overbooked and over-extended.

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2008/12/18

Parenting Advice for Fathers Only

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@ 09:02 PM (10 months, 23 days ago)
Anyone becoming a father for the first time is likely to be relatively clueless about what bringing up a baby involves and are faced with the task of learning a vast amount of information on everything from sleeping to vaccinations in a short amount of time

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2008/12/7

Find Your Style of Parenting

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@ 09:11 PM (11 months, 4 days ago)
There are many ideas about how to rear children. Some parents adopt the ideas their own parents used. Others get advice from friends. Some read books about parenting. Others take classes offered in the community. No one has all the answers. However, psychologists and other social scientists now know what parenting practices are most effective and are more likely to lead to positive outcomes for children.

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2008/11/19

Games for Skill Building at Ten Months

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@ 08:47 PM (11 months, 22 days ago)
Your baby is mobile. She is aware of her surroundings. She has learned what is familiar-her family, her home and her toys. She also knows what is unfamiliar-a stranger, a sudden siren or a loud bark.

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2008/11/17

Safety Corner for Five Month Olds

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@ 08:21 PM (11 months, 24 days ago)
As your baby grows older, he will become more active. He will move around more and explore his world. Keep him safe as he grows and learns. Here are some dangers to watch out for:

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