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Fatherhood Blogs
Parenting educator Elizabeth Pantley is president of Better Beginnings, Inc., a family resource and education company. Elizabeth frequently speaks to parents in schools, hospitals, and parent groups, and her presentations are received with enthusiasm and praise. Visit Her Website
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Michele Borba, Ed.D. an internationally renowned educator and motivational speaker, has presented keynotes and workshops to over one million parents and teachers on four continents, and is the recipient of the National Educator Award. Dr. Borba serves on honorary board to Parents magazine and has appeared as a guest expert on Today, The Early Show, The View, Fox & Friends, MSNBC, and NPR. She is the award-winning author of 20 books including Nobody Likes Me, Everybody Hates Me, Parents Do Make a Difference, No More Misbehavin’, Building Moral Intelligence, Don’t Give Me That Attitude! (all Jossey-Bass).
» Read the Latest Misbehavin' Column

Stacy DeBroff is a dynamic national speaker, consultant, corporate spokesperson, and writer. Stacy is President and founder of Mom Central, Inc. Stacy has also written several best-selling books on household and family organization including The Mom Book Goes to School, The Mom Book: 4,278 Tips for Moms, Sign Me Up! The Parent's Complete Guide to Sports, Activities, and Extracurriculars, and Mom Central: The Ultimate Family Organizer. Stacy has appeared on network television including NBC's Today Show and the CBS Early Show. Stacy holds a B.A. in Psychology and Comparative Literature from Brown University, magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa; and a J.D. from Georgetown University, magna cum laude.
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Chick Moorman is an experienced educator with over 35 years of experience in the field of education. A former classroom teacher, he is currently the Director of the Institute for Personal Power which provides skill-based workshops for educators and parents. Mr. Moorman has conducted training sessions and led school improvement processes for over 400 school districts.
» Read the Latest Parenting with Purpose Column

Hailed by Time Magazine as "the superdad’s superdad," Armin Brott has written or co-written six critically acclaimed, groundbreaking books on fatherhood. His articles have appeared in The New York Times Magazine, Newsweek, American Baby, Parenting, Child, Men’s Health, The Washington Post, and dozens of other major publications.
Armin has been a guest on hundreds of radio and television shows, including Today, CBS Overnight, Fox News, and "Politically Incorrect," and his work on fatherhood has been featured in such places as Glamour, Time, The New York Times, The Chicago Tribune, Newsday, and many others.
He’s also the host of "Positive Parenting," a weekly radio program which airs live in the San Francisco Bay Area and is also available on the Web. A father of three, he lives in Oakland, California.
» Read the Latest Ask Armin Column

Gregory Keer is a syndicated columnist, teacher, and on-air expert on fatherhood. His Family Man column appears in publications across the country, including L.A. Parent, Boston Parents' Paper, Bay Area Parent, Long Island Parenting News, Metro Augusta Parent, and Sydney's Child in Australia. Keer's concurrent column, Today's Family Man, is found at his online fatherhood magazine, FamilyManOnline.com. He also writes for Parenting magazine, the Parents' Choice Foundation and such sites as Parenthood.com, Pregnancy.org, SheKnows.com, KeepKidsHealthy.com, and CanadianParents.com. On television, Keer has appeared on morning shows and cable specials. He is the father of three sons and husband to Wendy, a professor in child-development.
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For many years, Marty Friedman, author of "Straight Talk for Men About Marriage-What Men Need to Know About Marriage (And What Women Need to Know About Men)" taught corporate managers how to create good relationships at work before writing and speaking about men and marriage. He is regularly interviewed on radio and television, and speaks to organizations about communication, men, relationships and marriage. Find out more at www.meninmarriage.com.
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Jim Taylor, PhD, is the author of eight books, including his latest, Your Children are Under Attack: How Popular Culture is Destroying Your Kids' Values, and How You Can Protect Them (Sourcebooks, 2005) and Positive Pushing: How to Raise a Successful and Happy Child (Hyperion, 2003). He has worked with young people, parents, and educators for 20 years. He has been a consultant and frequent speaker to numerous elementary and secondary schools, youth-sports programs, and performing-arts organizations around the country. Dr. Taylor has appeared on NBC's Today Show, Fox News Channel's Fox & Friends, UPN's Life & Style, ABC's World News This Weekend, and major television network affiliates, and has participated in many radio shows and national print publications. Sign up for Dr. Taylor's free bimonthly e-newsletter, Kids & Culture Alert! at www.drjimtaylor.com.
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Jared Fiel is a humor columnist (as well as a former reporter, former gas station attendant, former fast food worker and current public relations flack). His column, "Fiel's Fiels" appears regularly in The Greeley (Colorado) Tribune, The Fort Morgan (Colorado) Times, Rocky Mountain Parent Magazine, and on his website, www.fumblingfather.com.
Jared has won more than 20 awards for his writing over the years, including several for best humor columnist.
» Read the Latest Fumbling Thru Fatherhood Column
Dubbed "The Dream Maker" by People magazine, Patti Teel is a former teacher and the author of The Floppy Sleep Game Book, which gives parents techniques to help their children relax or fall asleep. She is holding Dream Academy workshops at schools, hospitals, and libraries across the country where parents and children learn the playful relaxation techniques from her book and widely acclaimed children's audio series. Children at the Dream Academy workshops practice the three R's by resting their bodies, relaxing their minds, and refreshing their spirits.
» Read the Latest Floppy Sleep Column
Winn Claybaugh » Be Nice
Winn Claybaugh, author of Be Nice (Or Else!) with foreword by CNN's Larry King, has worked in the beauty industry since 1983. He is the National Motivational Expert for John Paul Mitchell Systems and the founder of Paul Mitchell The School, with several locations throughout the U.S. Winn has helped thousands of businesses build their brands and create successful working cultures; his clients include Vidal Sassoon, the Irvine Company, Entertainment Tonight, Mattel, For Rent magazine, Structure/Limited Express, and others. In 2004, the North American Hairdressing Awards (NAHA) recognized Winn's outstanding contributions to the hair and beauty industry by naming him to their Hall of Leaders. In its November 1997 "Super Heroes" section, American Salon magazine called Winn a "mover of mountains" and "Mr. Fix-it." Winn has also served as vice president of the AIDS Relief Fund for Beauty Professionals, and he continues to pursue many fundraising projects. Visit Winn at www.BeNiceOrElse.com and sign up for the free monthly Be Nice (Or Else!) Newsletter.
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Articles on
Toddlers,
Fatherhood & Finances
Toddlers
10 Ways to Ensure a Perfect Playdate
Are Your Kids OK?
Avoiding Food Battles
Bath Time Fun
Be Smart With Your Children's Feelings
Catch Them Being Good
Children's Entertainment - Who needs entertaining?
Choosing The Perfect Area Rug For Your Child’s Playroom
Creative Ideas for Easing Separation Anxiety
Creative Potty Training
Dressing A Toddler, Whomever She Is Today
Early Childhood Education: The Key to Success in Life
Educational Toys That Stimulate Children's Mind
Exercising With Toddlers
Flax Seed for Your Family
Food Allergies and Children
Healthy Habits: Juice and Kids
How Do You Find the Best Car Seat to Protect Your Child?
How To Potty Train In Two Days
How to "Theme" Your Kid Party
The Importance of Play
Junk Food Juveniles
Picky Eater Coping Needs To Be a Family Affair
Plane Trip with Kids
Play Nice: Getting Kids to Share
Playing Baby Computer Games – The New Parent-Child Tradition?
The Do's and Don'ts of Talking to Children about a Parent in the War Zone
Time Management Tips For Parents
Toddlers and Productivity -- Top 3 Ways To Make It Work
Toddler Tantrums
Toddler Treat: Maple Carrots and Cashews
Toddlers, TV, and Attention Problems
Tools to Effectively Improve Your Child's Behavior: Creating Effective Household Rules
Triumphing Over Tantrums
Two-Year Olds: The Original Freedom Fighters
Watering Your Young Child’s Mind
When Parents Disagree
Fatherhood
6 Tips for Asset Focused Parenting
A Fathers Gratitude
A Father's Value
A Fathering Moment to Remember
Annoyed, Impatient Dads
Bad Boys/Good Boys: Avoiding The Pitfalls Of Being A Deadbeat Dad
Can Kids Talk to an Angry Dad?
Can Men Join Their Family?
Dad, Go Ahead and Cry
Dads, Kids, and Mistakes
Dad's Changing Role
Dads, Life, and Death
Do You Play with your Kids?
Does your Family do Down Time?
Fathers and Holidays
Fathers and Small Things
Fixing Dads and Self-Esteem
Handling Unwanted Advice
Have Time for Your Kids?
How are Your Family Rituals?
How to Achieve Balance in Your Family
I Yelled at My Kids
I'm a Father, Doesn't Anyone Care?
I'm Walking in the Door Stressed!
Marriage Warriors
Most Important Decision of a Lifetime - What to Name Your Baby
Motivate Healthy Habits: Leaving a Family Legacy
Motivate Healthy Habits: What Steps Do You Need to Take?
Nurturing Fathers
Saving Memories of Your Children
The 21st Century Parent
The Big, Mean, Dad
Top Ten Common Sense Rules for Fathers
Top Ten Ways to be a Better Father
We All Need A Father Figure To Lean On
Why a Father is Not a Dad
Finances
8 Tips To Save On Child Care Costs
An Emergency Fund: Your First Line Of Defense
Cash Advance Loans: Loan Sharks In Disguise?
Credit Card Traps, And How To Avoid Them
Crushing Credit Card Debt
Create Your Own Ultimate Debt Elimination Plan
Families Get Major Tax Breaks with Promising Qualified Tuition Program
Helpful Hints for First-Time Home Buyers
Inflation: What Is It And Why Does It Happen?
Living Within Your Budget
The Mystery of Mutual Fund Fees: Where Our Money Goes
New Option For 529 Plans: Lock In Today's Tuition Rates With the New Independent 529 Plan
Personal Finance 101
Raising Money Savvy Kids in American Society
Rent to Buy Homes: Begin to Secure Your Equity
Save Thousands On Your Mortgage
Setting Up A Budget
Taxes, Taxes, Taxes: Who Really Pays The Most?
Teaching Kids About Money (Part I) - Allowance 101
Teaching Children About Money : Your Kids vs. Your Wallet
The Credit Card Offer
The Principal Facts of an Interest-Only Mortgage
The Proper Use Of Credit Cards
Tips for Buying a New Home
Unleashing Your Child's Financial Genius!
Your Retirement Plan Should Be Both Flexible And Allow You To Track Your Established Goals
Parenting
Can You Stay Home?
How to Deal with the Hidden Bully
Manners Matter: Putting a Halt to Interruptions
Parents Provide Biggest Role In Success Of Children
Planning for The Unplanned: Myths and Mysteries of Closely Spaced Siblings
Seven Ways to Protect Your Family from Internet Dangers
Shame on You
The Future of Parenting
What Parents Need to Know About Child Safety and Identification
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