The best parenting tips and advice from a father of 3 and someone who works with hundreds of kids every day in my school.
I LOVE all things Disney. And while my family and I have sometimes joked about the parents often dying in Disney films, I began to wonder, in all seriousness, why do parents die in Disney movies? Walt Disney either created or was drawn to stories where 1 or both parents die due to the death … Read more
My family and I love to visit Disneyland in Anaheim, California. But since it’s in California, we’ve wondered is Disneyland earthquake-proof? Disneyland is not earthquake-proof. However, due to strict California building codes and the earthquake preparedness procedures Disneyland follows, no significant damage or injuries have ever been reported at Disneyland due to an earthquake. Since … Read more
My wife just experienced the death of her father. While the end of their relationship was beautiful, my wife spent many years wondering why do some parents not care? So I decided to look into why do some parents not care and get some answers. Here’s what I discovered: Some parents struggle to care due … Read more
I still remember taking parenting classes with my wife before the birth of our 1st daughter. We were clueless about everything, but I still remember wondering what do they teach in parenting classes? Parenting class curriculum depends on whether it was ordered by a court-ordered or voluntary and whether online or in-person. But most courses … Read more
As someone who works with hundreds of kids a week in my day job, I can tell you that I KNOW kids grow up better with an involved father in the picture. The benefits of father involvement are many. Children with an involved father benefit from having fewer behavioral issues, greater self-esteem, and fewer incidents … Read more
I have 3 daughters, work with hundreds of kids a week, and my wife teaches autistic kids. So, while I know the term sensory toys, I wasn’t sure exactly what they are, who they are for, or how they can help. So I decided to research what sensory toys are so I would be better … Read more
My kids have been on an allowance system for over 5 years. When we started, it really helped to look at all the allowance pros and cons to make sure we did it the right way. Allowance Pros include getting kids involved with the household, instilling the value of working for what they want & … Read more
By definition, being a parent means sometimes having your kid say mean things to you. So, I’ve started wondering what to do when your child hurts your feelings. Here’s what I’ve figured out so far: Kids are going through big hormonal changes & feeling complex feelings. When they hurt your feelings, stay calm, accept their … Read more
As a parent of 3 kids, and someone who works with hundreds of kids every week, I’ve wondered which parenting style is preferred by child psychologists? So I decided to investigate. Here’s what I found out. Parenting expert Diana Baumrind, championed the Authoritative Parenting style. Authoritative parents discipline in a “strict, consistent, and loving” way. … Read more
As parents, we all have THOSE moments where our patience just runs out. So it’s crucial that we learn how to discipline a child without hitting and yelling. We have to understand that angry behavior on our part just makes everything worse. If a child learns to fear a parent, they will only do just … Read more
As a dad with 3 daughters, I began to wonder what the signs your daughter is about to start her period are, sometimes called menarche symptoms. The signs your daughter is about to start her period include: 1. Breast development 2. Pubic hair growth 3. Vaginal discharge 4. Fatigue 5. Mood swings 6. Breakouts and … Read more
Nothing drives parents crazier than mealtime. But when I became a dad, I wondered how to overcome picky eating with your child. Have a set mealtime routine. Get the kids involved with shopping & meal prep so they feel like they have a say. Make one meal for the whole family & don’t give in … Read more
As parents, we see (and judge) other parents all the time. And while there’s a lot of great parents out there, there are a lot of bad ones too. So today, I’m looking at the bad parenting statistics. In grocery stores, school and in playgrounds across the globe there are a lot of parents out … Read more
As a father of 3 but also someone who is an expert on natural foods and natural healing after my 2+ decade career as a leader for Whole Foods Market, I am very aware of the ADHD epidemic. Parents everywhere are grasping for ADHD solutions and ways of treating ADHD naturally. While medication is sometimes … Read more