Kenny Bodanis cites four parental culprits that reinforce societal stereotypes and keep boys stuck in outdated notions of boyhood
Challenging ‘Boys Will Be Boys’
June 12, 2013 by 29 Comments
Joanna Schroeder insists that dismissing boys’ bad behavior as a natural part of being male is dangerous for both boys and girls.
What Every Boy Needs From His Father
May 6, 2013 by 1 Comment
Roland Warren encourages fathers to ask themselves four questions.
Raising a Servant Leader
May 1, 2013 by 2 Comments
Society expects all children to achieve fame, power and wealth. But Marie Roker-Jones insists that a successful life comes from a lot more than winning.
An Open Letter to the Guy Who Chased My Son Out of the Men’s Bathroom After Mistaking Him For a Girl
March 23, 2013 by 9 Comments
Catherine Newman’s son explained he was actually a boy, but the guy still proceeded to call him an “it”.
Sex in the Cafeteria: The Problems with Preteen Google Searching
March 19, 2013 by 14 Comments
Kids today have unlimited access to sexual content on the Internet, much of which isn’t healthy. Kristie Vosper offers tips to help parents navigate teaching healthy sexuality.
An Open Letter to My Son, Who Yesterday Was Called a ‘Nerd’
March 6, 2013 by 37 Comments
Even when the world is dark, and people are picking on you for wearing glasses, Mom and Dad are here and we’d take a bullet to spare you pain.
15 Reasons It’s Better to Be a Kid Than a Grown-Up
February 24, 2013 by 6 Comments
Whenever my sons laugh until they fall over, disappear into a make-believe game or run across the room to hug me, I’m reminded of the glory of childhood.
12 Lessons I’ve Learned From My Son
February 22, 2013 by 1 Comment
Lana Hirschowitz writes an open letter to her 12 year-old son, thanking him for teaching her more than she could ever have imagined.
Father and Son Have “The Talk” – The Yoga Pants Talk
February 21, 2013 by 64 Comments
When Cornelius Walker observed his son’s particular interest in a girl wearing yoga pants, he realized it was time to discuss respecting the right of women to feel safe and secure.
6 Ways to talk to Your Son About Male Violence and Healthy Masculinity
January 23, 2013 by 142 Comments
Our boys are being bombarded with messages on how to be “manly”—not all of them healthy. Men Can Stop Rape pairs with Sandra Kim to help parents support their sons’ healthy development.
Bugs, Boys and Power: Is Cruelty to Animals Natural?
January 10, 2013 by 12 Comments
Ideas for raising compassionate children in a power-hungry world.
My Sons’ Easy-Bake Oven Shame
December 3, 2012 by 45 Comments
Joanna Schroeder wonders why, as traditional gender roles are starting to fade, the Easy-Bake Oven is now more girly than ever.
What Makes Men Successful and Happy?
November 8, 2012 by 7 Comments
A study spanning 9 decades looks at what factors contribute to men’s success and happiness. And they may surprise you.
26 Things I’ve Learned From Being a Dad
November 7, 2012 by 6 Comments
Fatherhood has changed Tom Matlack for the better.
14 Ways to Tell Your Son “I Love You”
October 24, 2012 by 21 Comments
From playing board games to talking to him calmly, Jennifer Fink shares how parents can truly show their sons that they are loved.
“You have reminded me how much I love men!”
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