A Little More Social, A Lot Less Media

When I was a kid, I never knew if I was missing out on something my friends were doing. The only way to find out was by seeing them playing basketball in the neighborhood or spotting a cluster of bikes in someone’s driveway. FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) was virtually nonexistent. Sure, you might hear … Read more

Don’t Forget To Put The Safety Belt On Your Kid’s First Phone 

Do you remember when you brought your child home from the hospital for the first time? You double checked and tripled checked to make sure your baby was secured safely in the car seat. Maybe you went to your local fire department to make sure you installed the car seat correctly. You probably  drove really … Read more

These Dads Are Doing It Right – Part 180 – Dads That Are Worth A Follow On Instagram 

This week for the These Dads Are Doing It Right series I am showcasing dads that are worth a follow on Instagram. From making meals that your family will love or just living that dad life you should check out these guys. In addition, if there are any other dads that you think we should check out … Read more

These Dads Are Doing It Right – Part 140 – Dads You Should Follow On The Gram 

This week for the These Dads Are Doing It Right series I wanted to highlight a few dads that are a great follow on Instagram. Whether you are a frequent gram user or starting to get into Instagram, make sure you are following these dads. If there are any other dads that you think we should check … Read more

Don’t Filter Yourself Out, Stay True To You 

Every generation has different challenges that they face as they grow up. For my kids, I feel that there are obstacles that are very daunting. They are constantly being bombarded by the latest trends everywhere they go. When I was their age I could turn off the TV or radio and for the most part … Read more

How To Set Up Speed Limits When It Comes To Your Kids And The Internet 

Moderation. It sounds easy, but when something becomes addicting it is hard to use self-restraint. One of the biggest addictions that is out there is our connection to our smartphones and tablets. Both adults and kids can fall into the trap of becoming fixated on our devices. As parents we need to teach our kids … Read more