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Like many other expectant fathers (and mothers, for that matter), you are probably wondering how pregnancy will affect your sex life. The good news is that sex is safe... Read more...
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dads to behaving twins?So, you're expecting twins?
Congratulations! Are you still in shock? I sure was. The thought of
bringing two babies into the world at one time scared the heck out of
me, especially since I... Read more...
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Life after birth can be chaotic, especially if this is your first baby. Taking care of your newborn is hard work and won't be much fun until he or she develops a... Read more...
Every week at The Funky Stork, we provide you with fresh content to keep you in-the-know about your life as an expectant father, new dad or single parent.
This week's featured article is all about the cost of having a baby and all the tax credits that you may not know about.
Having a baby is not cheap. It's not
like buying a fifty-cent goldfish that is more than happy to swim by
the same castle in the same round fishbowl day after day. Indeed,
having a baby is a lifetime commitment both emotionally and
financially. In the United States, it is estimated that the cost of
raising a baby to a ripe age of eighteen is anywhere between $125,000
and $250,000. In the first year alone, your little tot can cost as much
as $11,000 to feed, diaper and outfit (including crib, toys, bath, etc.), plus $3,000 to $5000 in babysitting
costs. Some couples save on childcare expenses by having one parent
stay at home for a year or two. But this isn't a viable option for most
couples since the forgone income generated by a second salary exceeds
the financial savings for childcare.
So, I came across this ridiculous article
about a guy (specifically, an expectant father) who freaked out when
his girlfriend went into labor. I am not sure what's more absurd -the
fact that this guy forgot that he didn't know how to drive or the fact
that it was considered newsworthy or the fact that I am writing about
it!
Dance like an animal - not quite the song that you may think of when here this title, but it is catchy and your toddler will love it! Again, keeping in the spirit of keeping your sanity, you won't go entirely crazy listening to this kid friendly song over and over again. The visuals are good, too.
Don't avoid this responsibility because you
have never changed a diaper before. Since babies pee and poop so often,
you will spend a lot of time changing diapers. Take advantage of this
precious time with junior. Learn how to CHANGE A DIAPER with this step-by-step diapering guide.
There is more to pregnancy life than reading "What to Expect When You are Expecting." This is particularly true if you are an expectant father who is determined to maintain a certain level of style and masculinity, and who is not interested in succumbing to a "goo goo" identity. Fortunately, there are many good books about pregnancy that will appeal to the most hip and urban expectant dads (and moms, for that matter).
Sick of reading books about pregnancy that deal with fathers as an afterthought? Here is a list of great books that are written exclusively for expectant fathers who are looking to get involved in the pregnancy process and who desperately need advice in dealing with a hormonally-charged pregnant woman.
dads to bedoes your wife hate you?My wife had a clarifying phrase she began to use early on in her pregnancy when she was hit exceptionally hard with morning sickness: All bets are off. The phrase was shorthand for a more complicated... Read more...
dads to bedo dads have pregnancy pains?do dads have pregnancy pains?
Ah
hah. So you thought that it was just your spouse who would gain weight
and experience morning sickness, bloating and nausea. Guess you haven’t
yet... Read more...
As if life wasn't hectic enough without the added responsibility of
supporting pregnant partner and preparing for a baby.
While being an expectant father is
an exciting time in your life, it is normal for you to feel overwhelmed
and to lack concentration.
Don't fret, the staff at thefunkystork.com (the best place to find pregnancy and parenting information on the web)
has prepared a week-by-week email alert system that will help you stay
on track throughout the pregnancy. Get your pregnancy information for dads from thefunkystork.com by registering for our Weekly Pregnancy Emails.
So, I came across this ridiculous article
about a guy (specifically, an expectant father) who freaked out when
his girlfriend went into labor. I am not sure what's more absurd -the
fact that this guy forgot that he didn't know how to drive or the fact
that it was considered newsworthy or the fact that I am writing about
it! 
Don't avoid this responsibility because you
have never changed a diaper before. Since babies pee and poop so often,
you will spend a lot of time changing diapers. Take advantage of this
precious time with junior. Learn how to