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Do hard things

Do hard things

Friday, August 29, 2008 3:15

In 1962, President John F. Kennedy said, “We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard.” To many people 40 years ago, hardship was a badge of honor because it ...

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A Parents Role in Education From A Teachers Perspective

A Parents Role in Education From A Teachers Perspective

Monday, August 25, 2008 4:06

Seventy-nine percent of parents demonstrate they they want to learn more about how to be more involved in their childrens education. Seventy-seven percent of parents also think their children's teachers could learn more about involving parents in their children's learning. Partner the above statistic with studies showing ...

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Your newborn: do’s and don’t for the first few weeks

Your newborn: do’s and don’t for the first few weeks

Wednesday, August 20, 2008 4:00

From the nerve-wracking first feed to the constant roundabout of nappy changes, taking care of a newborn involves learning a whole new skill set. Read our tips and brace yourself! ...

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Parenting Politics

Parenting Politics

Wednesday, August 20, 2008 0:02

The other day I was with a group of parents talking about the endless possibilities of our children. We shared our hopes and fears and the mutual understanding that we would be happy and supportive no matter which path our children take in life. Then o...

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Funny and Insightful Father’s Day Quotes

Funny and Insightful Father’s Day Quotes

Wednesday, August 13, 2008 22:14

Looking for that perfect quote to include in a homemade card for dear ol' dad for Father's Day? Below you will find a collection of inspiring, witty, thought-provoking, sentimental, and sweet quotes to help you express how you feel towards that special ...

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The Swedish paternity leave system

The Swedish paternity leave system

Monday, August 11, 2008 4:00

Dad Info was lucky enough to be invited to Sweden by Baby Bjorn, who love dads, and design their products to appeal to men and women. Together with Dadlabs and FQ magazine, we looked at the swedish paternity leave system, and met some of the dads (and ...

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The world’s most involved dads

The world’s most involved dads

Saturday, August 9, 2008 4:00

Like most dads, you’re probably proud of how closely involved you are in your children’s lives. But how do UK dads compare with others around the world in this way? Are we more or less involved than Swedish dads, say, or Italians? Dad Info ...

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Dealing with your daughter’s first boyfriend – The nightmare begins

Dealing with your daughter’s first boyfriend – The nightmare begins

Wednesday, August 6, 2008 8:20

Oh those dreaded teenage years. As parents you may experience anxious feelings about the coming years when your children will grow up to be young teens. Those temper storms, stubborn behavior, changes in ways of thinking and so many new and difficult situations to deal with. ...

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Being at the birth: the pros and cons

Being at the birth: the pros and cons

Wednesday, August 6, 2008 4:00

We used to be down at the pub waiting for a phone call, with cigar and stiff whiskey at the ready. Now it's all changed, and most dads attend the birth. Good idea? Bad idea? Dad Info rehearses the arguments for and against. ...

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Why don’t men think they’re good with babies?

Why don’t men think they’re good with babies?

Monday, August 4, 2008 4:00

You may think you're going to be ham-fisted with a baby, but research shows that dads can be as sensitive and skilled with babies as mums. Lots of women think they are too. So you're safe to be confident and hands-on. ...

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