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This week on the Being Dad Podcast, are you looking for some new activities to participate in with your kid?  I've got a few ideas for you including some iron crosses and balance beam walking in parent and tot gymnastics, geocaching and dad meet up groups.  Also, ahhhh yes, I love gadgets and toys and in this episode I'm introducing you to a robot dog named Zoomer, a wireless indoor basketball play set and the rock star of running strollers.  Finally, my favorite musical guest moments on Sesame Street (that I've discovered so far anyway).   All that on the show this week!   ...this is a song about Elmo. Elmo, Elmo, Elmo.... Links: Geocaching Meetup At Home Dad

Well, here's the first episode of the new Being Dad Podcast Season Two! Thanks for tuning in! On the show this week,it's the great minivan dilemma! Michelle and I need a new family vehicle that provides us with enough room to jam in two kids, a large stinky dog and all the luggage and gear that comes along with all those bodies. Should we get a minivan? Should we get a truck? I break out the ole "pros versus cons" list. Also, I have a great toy recommendation from LeapFrog that my daughter Natalie just loves. I'll tell you more about that. And, a great BBC documentary about how the role of dad has changed, and stayed the same, over the past 100 years. Links: Vanilla Ice Dodge Grand Caravan Toyota Tacoma

The Being Dad Podcast is back after a 10 month break and all set for the beginning of Season Two of the show!  Check out this brief special episode to give you an idea of what to expect with the podcast going forward and why this is being called the "Second Season"! BeingDad.Me Website New updated show link in iTunes Steve on twitter

Thanks for checking out the Being Dad Podcast for episode 50! It's quite a milestone for the show and I'm looking forward to the next 50 episodes over the next year! On the show this week, find out who was crowned father of the year. It wasn't me by the way, which took me by surprise (yeah, right!). Also, a survey demonstrates what moms and dads (and grandparents) are really doing with their smartphones. Get ready for some potentially disturbing mental images about that one. Plus, some tips for teaching your kids the value of a buck, choosing apps for your kids and a lot more, this week on the Being Dad Podcast! Show Notes: Dad fearing the dentist Choosing apps for your kids Teaching kids money management New dads given more flexibility to stay home Sexting parents Sperm donor who may have to pay child support Should you let your baby cry-it-out? Parents lying to their kids Father of the year winner Geek parents make the best parents

The Being Dad Podcast has returned from a three week holiday hiatus and thank you for your patience! This week on the show find out what dad-related things I'm looking forward to in 2013. Plus, how we're teaching our young babies without even realizing we're teaching them. Also, have you ever wished you could silence an annoying kid's toy with a tap of your finger on your iPhone? Well, now you can and I will tell you how. There's also a product recall warning of mold, so stay tuned for that and a lot more on the Being Dad Podcast this week! Show Notes: 10 things you taught you baby today without knowing it Silence annoying gadgets and toys Locking your iPad into one app for kids Dad's distress during pregnancy and its affect on the baby Sean Parker is a dad Dad hires virtual hit man Falling TV risk Parents are concerned about teenager's online safety and reputation Dad delivers breech baby on road side List of pleasurable activities Infant sleeper recalled due to mold risk

Thanks for checking out the Being Dad Podcast this week! Do you want to know what the worst toy of 2012 is? I've got the answer. Also, what about the weirdest kid names over the past year? Yup, got those too! Plus, how is being a parent like being on a bender in Vegas, and, why can't dad's just let the kids win at board games? All that, a stroller recall, and more, this week on the Being Dad Podcast! Show Notes: List of the weirdest baby names for 2012 Why dad's hate to lose at board games Parents help daughter in a fight Kindle Freetime Oxytocin for dads Dad leaves kids on the street How raising kids is like a weekend in Vegas Worst toy of 2012 Stroller recall

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I've got a jammed-packed show for you including the following: A dad builds a flying drone to follow his kid to the bus stop, all so he can watch from the comfort of his home. Is he just lazy? Plus, what are top parenting-related issues that moms and dads argue about? Also, we'll look at some home safety risks and the top family cars for 2013! Stay tuned for that, and a whole lot more, this week on the Being Dad Podcast! Show Notes: Nap Nanny complaint Deadbeat dad barred from having more kids Children are the secret to long life Glove phone 10 best family cars Household dangers Toys can cause eye injuries What parenting issues are fought over most often? Dad went to jail book Dad's homemade drone follows son to bus stop

Thanks for checking out the Being Dad Podcast for this week! On the show today, an example of a potential dad discrimination situation. Perhaps you've experienced something similar. Plus, in the news this week, we're talking about toys to avoid this holiday season, what tech gadgets kids really want, common dad phrases, and when to talk to your kid about internet safety. Also, a travel bed recall that affects over 200,000 units sold in the US and Canada. All that, and more, on the Being Dad Podcast, this week! Show Notes: Toys to avoid this Holiday Season Tech, kids want for gifts this year Online talk before sex talk Keeping the sex great after kids Common dad phrases The breastfeeding doll Slimy soothers Raising thankful kids Peapod recall

This week on the Being Dad Podcast, the saga that is my daughter's urinary tract infection continues. We're now up to getting an ultrasound done on her kidneys. Plus, in the news this week, a survey asks kids who is the better driver, mom or dad? Find out the results of that one. A dad goes to jail for putting his toddler in a dog cage. Questions to ask potential babysitters, and some older celebrities are becoming dads again. All that, and more, this week on the Being Dad Podcast! Show Notes: Father in Kuwait watches birth online Robbie Williams talks about being a dad Bryan Adams and Elton John to become dads again 10 questions for potential new babysitters Dad guilty after posting bound baby photo on Facebook Dad more embarrassing than mom, says survey Dad better driver than mom, says survey Kids get new cat Dad in jail for keeping toddler in a dog cage

This week on the Being Dad Podcast, my daughter goes almost two weeks with an undiagnosed urinary tract infection, thanks local hospital! Plus, in the news, a dad sues for an ugly baby, and wins; kids agree that parental ratings for mobile apps are a good idea; some "dad of the week" nominations; and other dad related news stories from around the world. Also, there's a car seat recall this week affecting almost 60,000 child car seats. Is your seat one? Tune in for that, all on the Being Dad Podcast this week! Show Notes: Man sues for ugly baby 37 is the golden age for dads Lionel Messi becomes a father Can anxiety trickle down to the kids? Parental ratings for mobile apps Volleyball dad Red Deer dad gets five years Fake PS3 breaker 6 steps to smarter children Nursery germs Car seat recall

Thanks for tuning into the Being Dad Podcast! This week, discussion on diaper shortages, speeding strollers, vasectomies, and a whole lot more. Plus, on tech time, a new video streaming service for kids movies and I reminisce about my favorite childhood toys. All that on the Being Dad Podcast, this week! Show Notes: News sources for dads Diaper shortage Vasectomies Highchair recall Stroller speed record Toys R Us movies Childhood toys

Thanks for checking out the Being Dad Podcast for this 38th episode! This week we're talking about a dad who publicly shamed his toddler on the popular social network Reddit. Is it bad parenting? Also, how Star Trek will influence my parenting philosophy. Yes, Star Trek. Plus, breast cancer in men, the witching hour, children's music on tech time, and much more! Show Notes: Dad shames daughter on Reddit Star Trek and parenting Breast cancer in men Incompetent dad survey The Witching Hour Copulation Time Songza Stitcher Radio

This week on the Being Dad Podcast, Natalie has had her first solid food meal with success, but since then, it's been thumbs down from here. Also, a look at car seat guidelines and Toys R Us hot holiday toys. And, on tech time, a lousy dad's helper app and a bucking bronco, okay a pony, for kids! All that and more, on the Being Dad Podcast, right here. Show Notes: Video of Natalie's First Meal AAP Trampoline Injury Report Car Seat Guidelines Toys R Us Hot Toy List Daddy Helper App Orbit Baby Double Helix Stroller Fisher Price Laugh and Learn Smart Bounce and Spin Pony

Thanks for checking out the Being Dad podcast for this week! On the show today, it's almost time for my daughter to start on solid food! Am I excited? Yup. Also, some of the top stories from the BeingDad.Me website over the past week. Plus, a couple apps and a tablet on tech time. All that, and a little more, on the Being Dad Podcast! Show Notes: Is there anything for dads in social media? Have you registered for Movember? You're a dad and you're sick. What do you do? Census results regarding single dads Dad's guide to newborns app Kurio tablet Lullaby lyrics app My baby's beat app

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I'm joined by Pete Densmore, who is the author of the great new book called, "DADspirations: The 1st 100 Days of Fatherhood." He gives us some great insight into how dads can really get involved in their young child's life as well as be a support to our spouses. Pete's book is for sale on Amazon.com and other retailers. See the links below in the show notes to find Pete and his book. Show Notes: DADspirations Buy on Amazon! Buy on Barnes and Noble! DADspirations on Facebook DADspirations on Twitter

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I review how my five month old daughter is doing, and what's new and exciting in her development. Plus, a review of the top articles on the BeingDad.Me website over the past couple weeks. Also, tech time is back this week with a look at some apps to build your own games, teach counting, lock your Android device, and more. All this week, on the Being Dad Podcast! Show Notes: 20 Essential Links For Dads Baby Signing Bible is out Guide to Buying a Stroller Does Spanking Equal Poor Parenting Circumcision Policy Change Little Digits App Boogie Board Tiny Tap App Double Scoop Toddler Lock

On this week's episode of the Being Dad Podcast, I talk about how I've lived two lives that are opposite on the same coin; my first marriage where I never wanted to have kids, and my current marriage and life being a dad. That's coming up this week, on Episode 033 of the Being Dad Podcast! Show Notes: My original article on never wanting kids

I've got Brett Cohen on the Being Dad Podcast this week and we're chatting about his book "Stuff Every Dad Should Know." It's a great read and I've enjoyed it myself. Plus, there was a recent story in the news here in Ontario about a mother who feels she was discriminated against in her local hospital because she had refused to vaccinate her kid. What are your thoughts? All that, and more, on the Being Dad Podcast this week! Show Notes: Brett Cohen's "Stuff Every Dad Should Know"

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I'm discussing the most popular blog posts from the past couple weeks on the BeingDad.Me website, including 5 techniques for removing poop stained onsies without smearing it all over the baby. Good information to know I would say! Plus, on tech time, an iPad app for learning your abc's and turning plain old cardboard boxes into interactive toys! All that, and more, this week on the podcast! Show Notes: Goodnight ABC App Imaginabox

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I'm featuring an interview I had with Josh Aronoff who is the creator and co-host of another dad podcast called the Super Dad Show. We chat all about the history behind the show, the topics discussed, and touch on the topic of podcasting microphones (yes, we're geeky, but it's brief!). Enjoy! Show Notes: Super Dad Show