Most people wishing to work-from-home or telecommute start with a state of confusion. There are so many work-from-home scams that most newbies end up burning their fingers at their initial attempt to set up home businesses. If you wish to stay away fro...

You probably have never given much thought to your young child's credit history and rating. However, the increase in identity theft means dads have to be more vigilant about protecting their kids from thieves who will take their financial identity, often ...

Your baby is mobile. She is aware of her surroundings. She has learned what is familiar-her family, her home and her toys. She also knows what is unfamiliar-a stranger, a sudden siren or a loud bark. Your baby may be afraid of strangers. This is normal...

It's that time of the year again. Come Yule, and you'll be in a tizzy, harried already with requests that are more like orders from Sergeant I-Want-it-All, like, "Dad, I want my favorite… all my friends have it!" Chances are, the much-feared Christmas s...

As your baby grows older, he will become more active. He will move around more and explore his world. Keep him safe as he grows and learns. Here are some dangers to watch out for: • Never leave your baby alone in a bath for even a few seconds. Never ...

A playpen can be a big help. You can have your baby in the same room where you are working so that he will not be alone while you do what you need to do. You can also take the playpen outdoors with you. Make sure it is in a shady and safe spot. Stay wi...

If you have a new baby or a baby on the way, now is a good time to take stock of your own health. Not only do you have a new baby to support and protect, but you now have a good motivation to stay in good shape to be active with a growing child. Here are ...

Even at a young age, playing fosters your child's physical and mental development. It is essential however that you provide babies with toys meant for their specific age group. Also, always remember to check that they meet the required safety standards. ...

Thanksgiving - a time for tributes, turkey, and, well… travel. Thanksgiving is America's busiest weekend for travel. It is, after all, a time of happy family reunions when people journey distances-long and short-to be with family and friends. But for pa...

Dads are usually in charge of fixing up the Christmas tree, the lights, and Christmas ornaments. With such a responsibility, keeping safety in mind becomes imperative. Here are some safety tips for installing and decorating a Christmas tree, from the Nati...

Much has been made of the importance of a baby's smile, and cross-cultural studies show that all human babies smile at about the same age, 3-5 months. As a father, this is one of the best ways to connect, because it's gratifying to see them smile, and the...

Stumped by the vast variety of holiday dos and don'ts? Here are the most important tips to keep in mind while planning your holiday celebrations. Cards, Decorations and Wrapping 1. Use last year's decorations and pledge not to buy anything n...

We may or may not be in a recession, but every year things get tight in January if we're not careful in December. Here are some tips for more careful spending through the holidays. 1. Plan early. Make a list, figure out a budget and stick to it...

We're lucky to live in a country with a huge variety of natural and made-made wonders to see. There's nothing like seeing these things for the first time, but a very close second best is seeing them with a child. Here is our list of places you should plan...

Sure, you can wade through 60,000 names and look for the one that catches your fancy. Another approach is to sit down with a glass of wine (grape juice for mom-to-be) and make the following questions into a game. Brainstorm using some or all of these ques...