Don't panic! It's an emergency.

For every parent it's a frightful situation to have your child with a pain that you can't diagnose or fix. Sometimes the crying out for help while clutching there tummies can cause a stress that could be more harm than good for a parent in panic mode. The one thing every parent should remember is it's ok to feel a sense of urgency, but remember to do so carefully. Getting into an accident on the way to the hospital could cause more harm to you or your child and even maybe another family. Also when in the event that your child is hurt or in pain that is when they need a parent to be calm and comforting. Kids WILL feed off of your panicked state. Be safe and always try and stay calm. It could be the difference.

Commit

So if your going to be a great dad, sometimes you need to be all in. What I mean by that is if you have a baby girl, sometimes you have to paint nails, do hair, and host a tea party or two. Have fun with it. Its for the kids!

Sick days

As a dad you need to realize that no matter what your plans were for the night, in a moment they could change. Tonight me and my wife had plans to partake in a festive work party. The party was free food, drinks,and a band. But my daughter caught a bug which made here puke. Although we had a baby sitter planned, I decided I would stay home to make chicken soup and rub her belly. Remember dads that these years are going to help shape your relationships with your kids. Dont be afraid to miss a night out to be a hero. Sometimes your kids just need you.

The little things

In this fast  paced world sometimes you have to sit  back and relish the little things. Sometimes a glass of hot cocoa and popcorn can go a long way to making a smile.

Over Stimulate

So with this holiday week behind me I came to realize there is such a thing as over stimulation. It's nice to have your kids having fun and enjoyment while partaking in the madness the holidays bring, but be careful not to overdo-it. They can easily  burn out. Now I know your thinking "What's wrong with a tired child?"There is a fine line between tired and exhausted. If your child is so over stimulated and exhausted you may begin to notice a sort of fatigue come about. They can easily become sick and irritable. Its nice to have fun, just as long as it isn't to the detriment to your child's health. So be careful and enjoy the joy the holidays bring.

The joy of success!

So with success comes reward. Me and the kids have been working hard on a building project. Now that we have completed a piece we are celebrating. Chocolate milk and snacks to enjoy.

The Bad Guy!

So to all you new dads out there realize that sometimes you have to be the bad guy. When you make a threat out loud to your kids, realize that they notice. You have to stick to your guns, because if you don't your kids will find it as an empty threat which could make delegating authority rather difficult down the road. Now I'm not saying that you need threaten with bodily harm or anything of the sort, but if you say "Do X or I'm going to take away your favorite toy" you need to follow through. That's where it gets difficult because kids can be relentless when it comes to screaming, crying, and worst of all saying negative things that make you want to give in. YOU CAN'T. Realize that even the most outrageous tantrums will usually end within an hour(or two depending on naps and hunger). When the child(ren) calm and reflect on what happened they will remember dad doesn't back down. This may seem hard at first, but as you kids see that what you say is law, they will be more apt to avoid punishment and just do as they are told.