Camping Sucks– Here are 3 Ways to Make it Better
How can we make sure that, even though we may hate the very thought of camping, our kids make memories and generally enjoy themselves?
Author: Stephen Carter
Did You Know Air Pollution Isn’t Just an Outdoor Problem?
Your baby makes their way into the world, and as far as parents know, is instantly confronted with dangers at every turn. You spend hours planning out organic meals, stocking up on natural skincare products and researching that perfect, green certified mattress so baby sleeps easy. In all the chaos, however, the thing most often overlooked is making sure that the air they breathe inside of your home is safe as well.
I’m a Dad, and I Don’t Want Schools Policing My Daughter’s Clothing
What if we taught our girls that their bodies don’t exist for the pleasure and approval of the opposite sex, or the magazine covers, or the commercials?
I Don’t Force my Kids to Hug. Here’s Why.
If you’re a parent of young kids, the following scenario might be all too familiar to you: You’re at the grandparents’ house, or a playdate or family are over, and it’s time to leave. Your kids get their shoes on, help straighten up whatever crazy disaster they’ve made of the house, and you’re ready to … Continued
Dad’s Don’t Babysit. We Parent
When I get home at the end of a long work day, and my wife is at her wit’s end because the kids have not stopped fighting, I’m not there to “help with the kids.” I’m there to parent.
The Contradiction of Girls and Boys in Sports
I have a sneaking suspicion that we just simply, as a society, don’t place as high a value on female athletes as we do men.
What I Want to Tell my Kids About Social Media
I’ve been thinking about how to talk to my children about it, and what I would say to them if they were old enough to take part in all of this.
My Kids Throw Up on Me and I’m the Lucky One
At the end of the day, aren’t we the lucky ones?
Parents, It’s Our Job to Raise Our Kids to Be Kind
We’re a generation of people whose default mode is angry and cynical. I believe we can break this cycle.
I Want to Hold Onto These Years When My Kids Actually Enjoy Being Around Me
I know there will come a day when my kids aren’t interested in me. So for now, I’m soaking this up.
To the Parents Who Are Worried You’re Screwing Up Your Kids
To all the parents that think you’re doing something wrong, hear me on this: your kids will be fine.
Dad Confession: I’m Addicted to Being Busy and It’s Hurting My Kids
I know that I’m not alone. I know that I’m not the only one who feels horribly guilty when their calendar has nothing on it.
My First Experience of Fatherhood Was Loss
It was like someone had crawled into my soul, beat it within an inch of its life, and left it to die. I was numb. I had no reaction, no words, honestly, no feelings. I was completely numb.
A Letter to My Daughter Begging Her To Choose Good
Good can win. Evil will be defeated once and for all. You may not get as many clicks, or likes, but you will make a far greater impact on the world.
How to Not Let Work Get in the Way of Being a Dad
I know that I have it pretty good. There are a ton of other dads out there who work way more demanding jobs than I do, and don’t have the flexibility that I do.
I’m Not Going to Let Technology Rob My Children of Their Father
The internet is amazing. With all these tools that aim to make our lives easier, we should be the most laid back generation in the world, right?