By National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
Why? Because laughs are powerful. They are not only great for your bond with your children, laughing can help you live longer, according to a recent Mayo clinic article. Laughing together and playing together often go hand in hand. Check out this reminder that having kids means you get to enjoy being a “kid again,” along with this short list of reasons to laugh from the Mayo Clinic:
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Reasons Every Dad Should Laugh a Little More:
- Laughing may improve your immune system
- Laughing is a natural painkiller
- Laughing is a great way to relax
- Laughing can be healthy for your vital organs
Take a look at the full Mayo clinic article here, and keep visiting the Fatherhood.gov for fun tips and advice – like our Activities of the Week – to help you enjoy the awesome journey of being a dad.
National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
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Originally published on fatherhood.gov and reprinted from the public domain under the following guidelines.
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