nOOb Dad

Most dads have two overly simplified goals when it comes to raising kids: keep Johnny out of the clink and keep Suzy off the pole. Is that really too much to ask? Take an honest look at the world and you’ll concur that we live in a toxic culture. How can we as dads make sure our kids turn out alright? Truth be told, we can’t. We all know some great parents whose kids turned out rotten. Conversely, we’ve seen dirt bag parents with exceptionally well-rounded offspring. Don’t give up the good fight, dad. Need help? Then pick up a copy of the Joy in the Home Bundle from Wretched Radio.

The ABC’s of Fatherhood are 26 little nuggets of wisdom.

It is important that during this time of year you don’t try to live out your old high school football fantasies by humiliating your children.  If you are like me and your team is not playing in the big game it could create some resentment and ill will towards the world.  If you are like [...]

Every guy has wanted one and now he’s finally got a good reason for why.

I come home from work and we have dinner as a family.  Tonight was pork chops, mashed potatoes, and some veggies.  Dinner finishes and ten minutes later he is opening the fridge telling use he wants this and by this he mean pretty much anything we grab.  Since his new favorite word is apple,  that [...]

Laughing at your child’s silly fears might not be the best idea.

Most parents yell or shout at their children to discipline them, but it does not always work. A 2003 study states that 88% of the parents yell or spank their children. However, yelling or spanking is the worst tool to discipline a child. Children soon become immune to yelling and spanking and do not feel [...]

Nothing like that 3AM door slam from a child escaping his room.

Come on Disney I expected more from you.  You really needed to design a sippy cup where the straw is in such a location as to look like something it in no way should look like?  Look at Buzz Lightyear up there with his arms crossed looking so proud of what he has to offer. [...]

Let’s face it…dads are not going to be perfect.  Men in general have one or two shortcomings that can impact one’s ability to handle all parenting situations.  Some men or under emotional, some over emotional, some great at sports, and some are more intellectual.  This is why it is critical for men to partner up [...]