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The heart of the matter

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Over some mediocre sushi rolls, I was chatting up a fellow dad the other day about the adventures of parenting. read more

One Dad's Plea to the Prez Candidates

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I'm not political, but I couldn't resist - an open letter to Sens. Clinton, Obama, & McCain read more

TV during the first year -- effects?

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Our daughter loves "Yo Gabba Gabba" and "Spongebob Squarepants," but she's only 10 months old. Will all those fast, flashing images and quick snippets of information really affect her attention span in a negative way?

how has your outlook on life changed since becoming a dad?

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I get some version of this question a lot from my expectant dad
friends. I also seem to keep changing my answer as my tot grows up.
What would you say?

The Importance of Being Home

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I can’t tell you how great it is to be home with my kids. I am there when they wake up, there when they go to sleep and there to help with meals, bedtime, playtime, and every other time of which I can think.

529 Plans and Saving for College

With rising education costs, a 529 savings plan only makes sense... but which one?

Savvy Life Skill: Effective Negotiating

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Improving your child's ability to argue probably ranks somewhere between teaching your toddler screaming skills and explaining your favorite games with kitchen knive. But good negotiation abilities are an essential skill for success both in relationships and careers. Research shows that you can teach your child these important skills simply by demonstrating good negotiation practices when you and your child have conflicts.

Savvy Life Skill: Critical Thinking

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Developing your child's critical thinking skills is one of your top priorities as a dad. But before you sign up for pre-natal S.A.T. class or buy "Nuclear Physics for Dummies," you should realize that teaching good critical thinking is an easy process that only requires talking, playing, and interacting with your child.