Dads

The benefits of babywearing: A dad's point of view

Although a mother's bond with an infant can become a powerful one, what's to say that a similar bond can't be created for the father? Babywearing is nothing more than providing comfort to a baby through the process of constant contact with a parental figure.

Fathers to be with cold feet

Most moms tend to have a natural way with babies... especially since they have nine months to bond with the baby before he actually arrives. Dads don't get quite that same experience -- and thus may get cold feet before becoming a father. Help your man prepare for fatherhood.

Top 10 cool diaper bags for dads

Today's dads are hands-on. They change diapers, push the stroller, pick their kids up from school, take them to soccer and push them on the swings at the park. So these dads need to be prepared with the essentials. Luckily, men are no longer forced to carry around their wives' girly diaper bags. We checked out some of the coolest diaper bags on the market for dads and looked to Hollywood's most hands-on dads to see what styles they are carrying. Here are some of our favorite diaper bags for dapper dads.

8 Ways to make a new mom feel pampered

Do you know a new mom? If so, you likely know a woman who is thrilled with her new role and genuinely enthralled with her new baby. Let’s be honest, though. New moms are tired and in need of a little “me time.” Unfortunately, she is unlikely to take that time because she is busy meeting the needs of her new baby. That’s where you come in. Following are a few ideas for you to help make the new mom in your life feel special and pampered on Mother's Day -- and every day.

50 Christmas gift ideas for under $100: Babies, Girls, Boys, Moms and Dads

Are you looking for the perfect Christmas or holiday gift? Check out our gift guide with over 50 unique gift ideas for babies, girls, boys mom or dads all under $100.

Unique gift ideas for new parents

Are you looking for the perfect Christmas gift for new parents? We all know that the honor of becoming a parent is gift enough, but if you’re looking for a little something that will help make things a little easier for that new parent in your life, here are a few unique gift ideas for this holiday season.

Father's Day gifts for new and expecting dads

Don't look now, but Father's Day is coming ... and it's coming fast. For those new dads and dads-to-be, this is their first chance to be celebrated. Find out our pick of the top gifts dad is sure to love!

5 ways that dads can be more involved with their baby

There are plenty of ways that new dads can learn to be involved with their children and make things easier...

Mama poll: how involved is your male partner?

This is a poll for all the mamas out there. How involved is your partner with baby care, helping out,...

Dads: How to feel more comfortable with your babies

Dear Mr Dad: I'm a new father. I haven't had much experience with infants and I want to be involved in my daughter's care, but every time I try to pick her up, she starts to fret. How can I feel more competent?

Male bonding

Kellie Head, mom of six, takes a wry look at bonding - especially how dads and moms tend to differ.

Come on - Let dad help!

Although pregnancy and parenting don't require a degree, sometimes we can all benefit from a different point of view. Get some down-to-earth advice here from two real-life moms: the wise and witty -- and very opinionated -- Andi and Penelope.

Dads getting involved

So DH and I went to BRU last night to pick up the crib and mattress I had picked out - he had wanted nothing to do with any baby decisions. Well, we get there and he hates what I have chosen. He thinks they look cheap and wants better stuff. At one point he had a whole suite picked out!

Breathing lessons

Early one week in January, I commented to my wife that little Ari -- then only eight weeks old -- was faring well during the cold and flu season. On the very next Saturday, he got a stuffed-up nose. The next day, he slep

Does spanking do any good?

Every dad needs support, encouragement, information, confidence and tools to help him be as involved as he possibly can with his new family. Our fatherhood expert, Armin Brott, author of The Expectant Father: Facts, Tips, and Advice for Dads-to-Be and The New Father: A Dad's Guide to the Toddler Years, has advice for your growing family!

My three sons

After my third son popped out, my wife smiled through her pain and said, "I'm surrounded by penises!"

The sex-starved dad

Dining out with a baby

Every dad needs support, encouragement, information, confidence and tools to help him be as involved as he possibly can with his new family. Our fatherhood expert, Armin Brott, author of

7: The Dating Dad: Absence

It's 7 am and I miss my daughter. I'm on an airplane making its way west, flying me home to Colorado after eight days of vacation. The sun has just come up, chasing away Venus. From my window seat, I can see the mottled blue expanse of Lake Tahoe, and beyond that, miles and miles of dirt and crag and hill and valley. And I don't know if I'll see Simone tonight or have to wait until tomorrow, because her mother hasn't told me when they're returning to Denver.