Raising children isn’t easy. Challenges are a natural part of life, and learning to be a parent in the midst of trying to survive as an adult yourself can be overwhelming at times. Children have minds of their own, and as you balance their needs and yours, mistakes are inevitable. How can you be there for them without being overbearing? Here are five strategies that should help you strike the right balance
Read MoreDo you have what it takes to earn that "#1 Dad" trophy your child gave you last Father's Day? There's a way to find out, and it's related to the four things top-notch parents do. In general, you can rate your parenting skills high if you put your children's interests ahead of your own, emphasize education for yourself and them, take care of your health, and model ethical behavior. Here's a not-so-scientific guide to being a number one dad.
Read MoreBeing a good father is not as simple as you may think. It needs you to have some great qualities to become the best dad to your kids. We have to ensure that our kids get all the love, care, and support from us. Our crucial role can make their life happy. It is our utmost responsibility to shape their behavior. If we support our kids from the beginning, they will become proud of us one day. There are many different aspects that we should consider on the way to becoming a good father. Listed below are a few key elements that can make us great dads to our kids and families. Keep reading to learn more.
Read MoreFathers play a crucial role in their child's development - from being there to help them ride their bikes to teaching them how to lace their shoes. However, as kids reach the ever-dreaded teen ages, they begin to pull away from their parents, as adolescence sets in. A father’s ability to remain relevant in his child’s life may depend on how well he can keep the father-child connection going, especially through the teen years. So how do fathers negotiate this period? How do you ensure that you do not lose your bond with your child at this stage? The following tips should be helpful.
Read MoreYou remember what it was like to be a teenager, of course – tricky and awkward at the best of times, right? You probably thought when becoming a father that you would remember how you felt at that age, and it would allow you to be better equipped when your own kids came along – but it’s not always the case. Here are a few prompts on how best to approach your own teenager.
Read MoreBeing a role model is not something you say, but something you embody. Children are much more perceptive than adults usually like to give them credit for, and that can lead to adults sometimes being a little loose with their behavior and imagining that it won’t affect their children. But being a good parent and a role model can sometimes be two seperate things. Let us help you achieve the latter
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