About Fatherhood: Christmas and Beyond

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Fatherhood Fatherhood Raising Great Kids Support for You Divorced Dads From Wayne Parker, your Guide to Fatherhood This week, the newsletter goes out on Christmas Day. So if you are reading email today--Merry Christmas! If not, then I hope your holiday was bright. Regardless, the holidays, and especially the week between Christmas and New Years can be one that lends itself to spending quality time with the family. Ways to Spend Quality Time with the Kids Whether you are a traditional dad in a traditional family, a non custodial dad, a stay home dad, a stepdad, or whatever your role, the most precious thing a dad can give his kids is his time. A personal investment in your children is much more important to them than any toy, video game or electronic gadget. Here are some great, and sometimes creative, ways to get together with your kids in a positive way. See More About:  quality family time  family night  family activities Quality Time and Quantity Time The age-old argument about whether quality time or quantity time is most important for parents and children rages on. But parenting experts agree that both quality time and quantity time are critical for children. Learn how to create more quantity time and better quality time for you and your family. See More About:  quality time  quantity time  work-life balance Winter Activities for Dads and Their Kids Winter can seem like a pretty slow time for kids and their dads. But with a little creativity, winter can be a great time for activities. Take a look at some great ideas and resources for winter activities, inside and outside, that can strengthen bonds between dads and kids and build memories. See More About:  winter activities  outdoor activities  snow skiing Non Custodial Dads and the Holidays The holidays can be a tough time for a non-custodial father. Even if you have the children for all of part of the holidays, nothing is the same as it... Read more See More About:  holidays  non-custodial dads  divorced dads Fatherhood Ads Christmas Fatherhood Tips Fatherhood Books See Father Christmas Fatherhood Advice Featured Articles Local Resources for Fathers Non-Custodial Dads New Dads Resources Activities for Dads and Kids Resources for Non Traditional Fathers Self-Care for Fathers   More from About.com Great Gadget Gifts iPad or iPod? Kindle or Nook? Point-and-shoot or DIL camera? If you're confused by this year's must-have gadgets, check out our top picks. More> The Gift of Entertainment The lowdown on the latest holiday releases, plus recommendations on the best in music, movies and more. More> This newsletter is written by: Wayne Parker Fatherhood Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Fatherhood newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads Holiday Resources Power Principles for Fathers 411 for New Dads Expectant Dads 101 Share Your Fatherhood Stories Advertisement