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Inside Fatherhood

Archive for January 2007

January 30th, 2007

Is Spanking Acceptable?

Just recently we have been discussing a very controversial topic of spanking. There have been many comments that have ranged from “spanking should be done often”, while others feel spanking should “never take place no matter what”. It ranges between those schools of thought.
Personally, where I stand is in between, but I lean more […]

By steve -- 9 comments

January 29th, 2007

Dads on Duty: Darth Daddy

It is time to give out another Dads on Duty award.
This week goes to Todd at A Man Among Mommies. Todd, also known as Darth Daddy, is currently a Work at Home Father and has been at it for 2 years. And he just announced his new position as a Soccer Coach for his […]

By steve -- 2 comments

January 28th, 2007

10 Ways to Become a Better Parent This Week

1. Read to your kid(s) for an hour each evening.
2. Tell your kid(s) a story each night before they go to bed about something you did as a child that was adventurous. And say it with excitement as if you were reliving the moment.
3. Teach your child(ren) a new hobby.
4. Just walk up to […]

By steve -- 0 comments

January 27th, 2007

Saturday Night Speedlinking - January 27, 2007

Family Phil discovers the funny and talented singer of kids songs John Hadfield. Head over and listen to a couple songs. Maybe you have heard of him.
Lately we have been talking about spanking and the ramifications. Rory takes the time to post on his blog how he feels about the subject. I plan on continuing […]

By steve -- 2 comments

January 26th, 2007

Get Your Kids Involved at Home and Make it Fun

Over the last few years I have realized that getting my kids involved in things around the house such as chores is important. Not only does it teach your kids responsibility but it can really make them feel important. Of course they are going to feel like not doing dishes or laundry but it is […]

By steve -- 3 comments

January 25th, 2007

Parenting Scenerio: What Would You Do?

Parenting is a huge responsibility and you have to be on top of things all the time. I think the best way to do this is to be prepared even when you don’t think you have to be. Nothing like surprises. I mean we can talk about whether or not to spank a child and […]

By steve -- 5 comments

January 24th, 2007

Update: Wife Still Pregnant

Ok just so I can keep you all posted on this the wife is still pregnant with #5. The evenings are a bit rough. Lots of tossing and turning and can’t get comfortable kind of a thing going on. We were surprised over a week ago when she started having contractions. You would think doing […]

By steve -- 1 comment

January 24th, 2007

All About Fatherhood is Looking for a Writer

Looks like there is a writer needed over at All About Fatherhood. For those dads who have always wanted to write, should consider the position. I know that since I started writing about being a dad it has not only helped others but it has helped me put things back into perspective. I can easily […]

By steve -- 7 comments

January 23rd, 2007

Speedlinking - January 23, 2007

Dadventure after spending almost 2 years as a Stay at Home Dad is back to work full time.
Blogging Baby features four Stay at Home Dads as part of the Tuesday routine of tidbits from daddy blogging.
Doug Neal from Christian Dads tells us what the meaning of a father is. “As strange as it may […]

By steve -- 0 comments

January 23rd, 2007

10 Ways Dads Can Stay Close With Their Daughters

There is a nicely written article by Wayne Parker called Top Ten Ways to Stay Close to Your Daughter As She Grows Up. This sort of hit home for me because I have 3 daughters and I am always looking for any advice I can get on raising them. Top 10 are:
1. Respect her mom
2. […]

By steve -- 11 comments