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The Battle Against Internet Dangers
submitted by davidhosei on 7/6/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
"For the first time last year, kids spent more time on the Internet than watching television. This is a trend that will continue to accelerate. I’m not here to say pull the plug, but I can promise you this, if you have a child who has Internet acc...read more
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ABC’s of Good Parenting, Part 1
submitted by davidhosei on 7/12/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
"Being an All Pro Dad can be condensed to the ABC’s of good parenting. The “A” stands for authority. Your kids need to know who is boss. That means sometimes they’re not going to like you very much. But they will learn to respect you and love you ...read more
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ABC’s of Good Parenting, Part 2
submitted by davidhosei on 7/12/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
"Yesterday we talked about the “A” – authority. Today is “B” – boundaries. Psychologists once did a study that involved children playing on a playground. First, they set up the equipment but did not fence it in. They noticed children didn’t move a...read more
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ABC’s of Good Parenting, Part 3
submitted by davidhosei on 7/12/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
"We’ve covered “A” – Authority and “B” – Boundaries. Lastly, “C” is for Consequences. Our children must learn consequences for their actions. When your child does something you tell him not to, immediately follow-through with discipline. Don’t kee...read more
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Kids are like Clams
submitted by davidhosei on 7/12/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
"Robert Reich, currently a college professor, was the Secretary of Labor with the Clinton Administration. He left after serving four years under Clinton with the ubiquitous: “I need to spend more time with my family.” But when pressed, he added: “...read more
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Lead Poisoning
submitted by davidhosei on 7/17/2007 (via parentcenter.babycenter.com)
"Childhood lead poisoning has been decreasing, but it's still a serious concern. In 1978, about 3 to 4 million children in the United States had elevated levels of lead in their blood. In 2002, that number fell to 310,000, and it's continuing to d...read more
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Single Mom life isn’t usually 'Suite'
submitted by davidhosei on 7/25/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
"While I think many single Moms are amazing and some do indeed provide very well for their children, I couldn’t help but get a little angry about the totally unrealistic picture this show was presenting. Over a third of single mothers live below t...read more
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A Lesson in Chaos
submitted by davidhosei on 8/1/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
"“From the wild Irish slums of the 19th century Eastern seaboard to the riot-torn suburbs of Los Angeles, there is one unmistakable lesson in American history: a community that allows a large number of young men to grow up in broken families, domi...read more
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How to raise a fun (and funny) child -- and why it matters
submitted by davidhosei on 8/7/2007 (via parentcenter.babycenter.com)
"Developmental experts who've studied humor say a childhood filled with laughter and fun has benefits that last a lifetime. "A sense of humor offers a huge advantage in life," says Lawrence J. Cohen, author of Playful Parenting and a psychologist ...read more
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Been to a teen party lately?
submitted by davidhosei on 8/13/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
"If there’s dancing, you may notice quite a few changes since you were decked out in your leisure suit and platform shoes. One, no surprise, is the overt sexuality. Bumping and grinding is the status quo. But you’ll also notice another difference....read more
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Your face says it all
submitted by davidhosei on 8/17/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
"In the study Her Father’s Daughter, researchers found when a girl has a positive relationship with her father, she looks to marry someone who has the same facial features as he does. When she has a poor relationship, she looks for someone who has...read more
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Refrigeration adulation
submitted by davidhosei on 8/30/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
"Why don’t you get a small erasable marker board for your fridge and make up a weekly achievement list for your kids? Praise them for setting a goal and reaching it. Whether it’s acing a math test or keeping their room clean, children like to be r...read more
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Quiet Strength
submitted by davidhosei on 9/7/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
Indianapolis Colts’ Head Coach Tony Dungy doesn’t often lose his cool with officials when he thinks they make a bad call. Whenever he starts to get a little angry, he remembers what his father Wilbur said: “Will it make the situation better?” That...read more
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Communicating with Your Kids
submitted by davidhosei on 11/20/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
Having some trouble finding the time to communicate deeply with your kids? Why not write each of them a weekly e-mail? It should not be a scold or something they’ll get bored reading, rather your thoughts on something you read, saw or a life lesso...read more
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Don’t Lose Heart
submitted by davidhosei on 11/20/2007 (via www.allprodad.com)
When he feels fear about meeting monthly bills, or his child possibly doing drugs, or paying for college, or a marriage that seems dead, he digs deep and determines to do the right think and stick it out. He keeps his marital vows. He keeps his wo...read more
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