Tag Archives: parenting

Empowering Kids to Make Meaningful Resolutions for 2025

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It’s the perfect time to embark on a journey of growth and self-improvement with our children. But wait, you might be thinking, “Aren’t New Year’s resolutions just for adults?” Not at all! In fact, helping kids set goals can be very rewarding. It fosters personal growth and bonds families. In this guide, we’ll explore how to assist children of all …

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New Year, New Adventures: A Daddynewbie’s Journey Continues!

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Happy New Year, fellow adventurers in parenthood and life! As we bid farewell to another whirlwind year, I can’t help but marvel at the rollercoaster ride that is raising teenagers, managing a furry friend, and juggling the exciting world of podcasting. Let’s dive into the Daddynewbie chronicles and see what the new year has in store for us! Teenage Triumphs …

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Christmas with Dad: Heartwarming Quotes and Sayings for New Fathers

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As the holiday season approaches, there’s something magical about celebrating Christmas with Dad. Whether you’re a new dad with a baby this Christmas, or an adult child recalling childhood memories, the bond between fathers and children at this time is unforgettable. Let’s share some heartwarming quotes that capture Christmas with Dad. They’re perfect for new fathers and families. Heartwarming Memories …

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Kick Off Your Journey: How to Be an Engaging Football Dad!

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As a new football dad, you might feel a mix of excitement and nervousness. The thrill of watching your child play is exhilarating, but the responsibilities can be daunting. Remember, your role goes beyond just being a spectator; you are a coach, a mentor, and a cheerleader! From Sidelines to Success: Mastering the Art of Coaching Youth Football Imagine standing …

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Dad: Why do you do what you do?

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“Why do you do what you do?” It’s a simple question, and it doesn’t seem to come out in just that way. In different ways, though, we hear it from our friends, our kids, our spouse/significant other, and (perhaps most importantly) from our own internal voice. We ask ourselves why we are here, and why we are parents. We want …

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How to Juggle Being a Dad, the Job and Sleep

Being a dad is awesome, but it’s not always easy. There’s always a constant interplay, with conflicting pulls from the demands of our kids and jobs. Sometimes, it’s also important to get a little sleep, at least to get enough to maintain our sanity. With work and coaching, and all the rest of the extracurricular activities in our lives, we …

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He’s going to school… Kindergarten

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It’s a year of milestones, I know. He turned 5 in March, and now… he’s going to school. Let me take a step back, though. He’s not going to school tomorrow. It will be months yet. Today, though, he was accepted to a very good school. It didn’t happen overnight… We researched schools. We asked for recommendations. We talked about …

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It’s that time again: Baseball!

Some of my earliest memories of my childhood included watching my grandfather listen to baseball games, and hearing him talk about it. So, now, as the season is here again, I’m inextricably drawn back to some of those memories of him. I looked up to him. On days like this, I’m reminded that he really is gone — that he’s …

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Heroes Abound – Playskool

We talk about heroes a lot in our house. Heroes are at the center of most of the play and interaction — they also love to see acts of courage by all their favorite superheroes. But, I also look back at my own childhood, and I see the lessons that I’ve learned… Those lessons have helped me to get through even the darkest …

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