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It’s early in 2016 and so many of us pledge to ourselves that we will do something. We make resolutions to accomplish something great. For many of us, it may even have something to do with our health. Whether this means that you are pledging to get fit, eat healthier, or something else, we make the pledge and studies show…

Everyday Parenting

5 Revelations of Being a Business Trip Dad

PTPAFebruary 13, 2016

This was new to me. “Business trip life” was something I thought was only reserved for the accomplished, educated individual that either had 1.5 kids, or none to speak of. Now that being said, I’m pretty accomplished in my career field, and although I don’t hold any diplomas or degrees, I’d say I’m fairly educated based on my job title.…

Being a Dad

To Be A Great Dad, Listen To Other Dads!

PTPAFebruary 3, 2016

I have always found it interesting that so many dads are so unwilling to talk about the challenges that they face as fathers. When I became a new dad I found that I was very concerned on being a good dad and not screwing up. Well, now that I have been a dad twice over the last 11 years, I…

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The Moment I Realized I Was A Part-Time Dad

PTPAJanuary 22, 2016

What’s a part time Dad? Seriously, what does that really mean? It’s simple. You’re either a dad or you’re not. You either father your children or don’t father them. You can’t be a “half” father. I honestly didn’t think such a term existed. Fatherhood takes on many faces, many looks. Some dads live with their kids, others don’t. Some dads…

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5 Ways to Use Technology to Bond with Your Children

PTPAJanuary 17, 2016

There are so many reports that show that we have to be wary of technology, not only for how it impacts our kids, but also how it impacts us and our own relationships with our kids. That being said though, technology can also be an asset and a friend when it comes to being a good dad. Here are 5 ways…

Being a Dad

PTPA Blogaholics: Meet Sheldon

PTPAJanuary 12, 2016

Parenting is a funny thing. Of the 99.9% of you reading this right now, you are either currently parents or soon to be. The other 0.01% of you have already made up your minds that you’re not about ‘that life’ but check in and read blogs like this to make yourself feel better about your decision, or prove to the…

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PTPA Blogaholics: Meet Chris

PTPAJanuary 6, 2016

Being a Dad is Challenging, But It Doesn’t Have To Be! Hello everyone! I am so excited to be a part of the Blogaholics panel. My name is Chris Lewis and I write over at DadofDivas.com, as well as run a podcast for dads over at DadSpotlight.com. I have been blogging now for over 8 years and in all of my…

Everyday Parenting

The first day of school and letting go.

PTPASeptember 2, 2014

Dear mom holding your son tight in your arms and dad to your daughters hand at the bus stop, I understand. I stood in your very shoes not three years ago and although it gets easier, you never forget the firsts. That first day you send them off to school and begin their life’s journey. It’s a scary bitter…

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Parental Leave and Going Back to Work

PTPAJuly 20, 2014

My partner is now on parental leave and it is AWESOME! Seriously. I couldn’t take parental leave because I spent the last three years in college and had Monster six months after I graduated. Now he is six months old, and I have been home every day for the last year. I went from keeping an impossible schedule and being…

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How To Create A Rainy Day Bin

PTPAJuly 5, 2014

We’ve all had those moments, where it’s gloomy and raining outside and as much as we’d love to ship the little ones outside for some fresh air, we can’t. The only noise in our houses are the ones coming from our children’s mouths saying “I’m bored!” over and over and we feel that at any minute our heads are going…

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