With true flu, the symptoms are a high fever (101 to 102 degrees), mild upper respiratory symptoms, severe headache and extreme fatigue. This misery lasts 10 days to two weeks.

There’s nothing we can do about the common cold, but the flu vaccine is very effective in preventing influenza. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend that women who will be in their second and third trimester of pregnancy during flu season (November through March) get a flu shot. I believe all pregnant women should get flu shots.

Shots are generally available through your doctor’s office, or in your local pharmacies and community centers. Check the community news section of your newspaper for sites where this important vaccine is offered.

Because of problems with production earlier this year, there’s a shortage of flu vaccine in some parts of the country. The supply should increase in the next four to six weeks.

Getting a flu vaccination is especially a priority for pregnant women who also have chronic diseases, such as asthma, sickle cell anemia and AIDS, which make them prone to upper respiratory infections. If you are a nurse, doctor or other healthcare worker, you are at greater risk of exposure to the flu and should be vaccinated as well.

We recommend the vaccine because in some cases the high fever can lead to dehydration, which can cause pre-term labor and a host of other problems. Some pregnant women are also more prone to pneumonia.

I’m sure you’re wondering, “Is the vaccine safe for my baby?”

Yes, it is. It’s at least as safe as getting the flu itself, and is not known to cause any adverse affects. However, people with food allergies should check with their doctors before actually getting the vaccine.

The vaccine is an inactive dose of the flu virus. It takes about two weeks for it to start working in your immune system. You may still get the flu if you take a flu shot because of exposure before your immune system is fully responding. Also, there are multiple strains of this nasty bug out there and the current vaccine may not protect you against the strain that you’ve been exposed to.

Here are some practical ways to make yourself more comfortable if you do get the flu or a bad cold:

Elevate your head on several pillows when sleeping or resting.

Take Tylenol for fever and body aches – never aspirin or ibuprofen.

Use a saline-mist nasal spray to relieve congestion.

Rest as much as possible. If you have other young children to care for, hire a sitter or ask your family to help.
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When training children, it is a must to utilize toilet training products to make their transition nice and easy. To help you and your toddler get through the whole process unscathed, here are some potty training products that do the trick.

Popular Potty Training Products For Children

Potty Training Books

During this stage, your little one’s imagination is at its peak. As a result, he gets motivated by what he sees. What better way to jump-start your toddler’s training program than a kiddie book about toilet training? Get your toddler a potty book that is amusing, one that transmits the message that using the potty is good. Or, why not find a potty book with his favorite cartoon character? The short sketches, comical stories, colorful drawings and easy to follow plot will surely keep your toddler inspired and interested to try out the toilet.

Potty Training Videos

Fun potty training videos allow your toddler to get comfortable with the idea of using the potty. An auditory and visually appealing video with an animated character, lively voice over and songs that he can sing along to catches his attention and will most likely encourage him to try out the things he has seen and heard. In addition, these videos educate your toddler about the body parts he uses in going to the potty. Also, most videos have bonus segments for parents wherein tips and tricks are given to help you find a suitable potty training technique for your little one.

Potty Training Insert or Standalone Seat

Getting him his own potty seat makes your toddler feel like a grown-up. This is an effective product to help you introduce the function of a toilet seat without scaring your toddler. If he likes to have his own things, a standalone training seat is recommended. Select a colorful plastic potty seat in his favorite design. Make sure it has a splatter guard to prevent any spills and a firm support to avoid accidents. Also, a potty seat with a flushing sound feature encourages your toddler to use the seat every day.

An insert seat makes your toddler feel safe and comfortable with the toilet seat. Get him one in a festive color and style. Make sure to get one that has padding’s and is adjustable so it perfectly fits his small bottom.

Foam Soap and Wet Wipes

Personal hygiene is important. Wet wipes or pre-moistened wipes helps your toddler get the job done. These cleans more efficiently and are gentle on your toddler’s skin as compared to tissue. Foam soaps are convenient to use as your toddler can easily grip the big pump and dispense just the right amount of soap. He cleans himself better, faster and without any mess.

Potty Training Chart

Create a fun potty chart. Draw a racetrack and stick it up in your bathroom wall. For each time your toddler makes a successful visit in the toilet, let him put a sticker on the racetrack. Start in small quantities. For every three stickers, give him a small reward (a slice of cake or his favored chocolate bar perhaps). After he has filled up the drawing with stickers, treat him to his favorite restaurant or buy him a new toy. Giving your toddler positive reinforcement from start to finish boosts his confidence and encourages him to do his best every time.

To make toilet training a success, always keep the fun alive. This is a huge milestone in your toddler’s life so you might as well make it smooth and pleasurable for your child as much as possible.

Andrew owns a website that provide guidance to toddler health, toddler development, toddler parenting, toddler activities and more. You can visit his website at: ToddlerHub.com

What to wear varies between spas – in Europe it can be considered unhygienic to wear swimming costumes in steam rooms etc. but don’t jump to conclusions, most spas in Europe will ask you to keep them on thank you very much. However some basic rules are often unwritten and so I thought I’d write down what I feel is good manners in any spa.

The key is to treat others as you would like to be treated. We’ve all got the giggles in the spa, or maybe hogged the facilities at times, but above all it’s important to think about whether your actions are bothering others. I think when I went naked in The Sanctuary Covent Garden it bothered a few people, so I might think twice about doing it next time.

It’s important to remember that whether it’s a steam room in your gym or an exclusive beach spa people come here to relax and let go, to get away from the day to day. So don’t bother them with your annoying problems. If you are chatting to a friend (in hushed tones of course) consider whether it’s appropriate to be dragging your problems at work or in a relationship into this supposedly restful space. Take your cue from other people, if their eyes are closed be very quiet. Many spas, especially hotel spas also have restaurants and bars if you want to break out and have a good old natter. Also be aware that you may be bothering people you can’t see. Spa planning is not always perfect and your fun Jacuzzi may be right beneath a treatment room where someone is paying a lot of money for relaxation.

If you are in a relaxation room then absolute silence may be the thing. If you have to talk at all use your “spa voice”; you know, the one all the masseurs use.

To deal with a noisy person or group there are a few options. I tend to go for “Excuse me, would you mind keeping it down, I’m trying to relax.” Sadly it often makes me more stressed than just ignoring it or moving on. The other alternative is to ask spa personnel to deal with it, but unfortunately many seem a bit confused when asked to intervene (like my masseuse in Tuscany who wasn’t prepared to shush a noisy group during my massage).

Of course another alternative is to bring your own noise – you can always check whether spas are happy for you to bring in your own iPod or sound system, use a good pair of noise cancelling headphones and you won’t bother anyone else and may find the serenity you seek.

If you are using a music player double check it is not bothering anyone. Do I have to add that mobile phones, laptops and loudly rustling newspapers are also potential hazards? It’s not just about the noise, if other people are trying to relax and you are trying to work then just take your work vibe somewhere else.

Recently I had a great massage in a spa /hair salon, unfortunately the salon staff were the main culprits in the noise department. Banging doors, chatting in the adjoining room and generally being inconsiderate (at one point there was even a barking dog, which just made me laugh). Most of all I felt sorry for the masseuse who was working so hard to give me a relaxing treatment and I was sorry to leave her at the end looking sadly defeated.

Please respect hygiene rules, such as showering before getting into spa pools, and if you’ve had a massage and want to use the facilities again make sure you wash off any treatment oils (although it is a waste). Also, if you are in the habit of wearing perfume or aftershave, make sure you wash that off too before getting in the pool. If you’ve ever got into the pool when someone’s perfume is lying on the top and you come out feeling drenched in it then you know what I’m talking about.

Do not save loungers. This is not something that I’ve experienced worldwide – just in England. For some reason people seem to think it’s acceptable to save a space by dumping their towel or, worse still, laying their damp towel on a lounger to save it and make it uncomfortable at the same time. The Sanctuary Covent Garden has a strict and well signposted policy of not allowing guests to save seats in the Koi Carp Lounge (or any lounge) because otherwise not everyone would get a go. Once you get your spot here you are welcome to lounge for an hour or as long as you want, but once you move, you move on.

If you are faced with a row of saved loungers, or even the odd free seat and you want to sit together there are a couple of ways to handle it. You can just move the towels yourself. I have no problem doing this and am quite happy to say “I think you forgot your towel” in the same way that I might approach someone who has intentionally littered and say “I think you dropped something”. Alternatively you can ask a staff member if they would mind clearing up the towels – particularly if they belong to the spa, as sometimes people do leave towels on a lounger and then forget about them or leave the spa (very inconsiderate!) Loungers and chairs are for using, not for saving. Can you tell that I really can’t stand this? Especially when I walk into a spa or pool area and every single lounger has a towel draped over it and not one person relaxing. Yes, you can leave your things where they are if you are visiting the toilet or getting a magazine, but not if you are going for a two hour lunch in the hotel restaurant.

Don’t pinch anyone’s towel… ever. (I’m only saying this because someone pinched mine once.) If you lose your towel or it gets really wet, ask for a new one. Even if your spa visit includes the use of one towel most establishments are relaxed about letting you have another one if you need it without charging extra.

Okay, one last thing, if you are a smoker then make sure that you are not offending other spa users. There may be outside spaces; gardens, parks in the spa or as part of the hotel, this does not mean it is necessarily okay to smoke there. Even if there are no actual rules or signs, if there are other people who may be bothered by your smoke take it elsewhere. You may feel that once you’ve finished your cigarette it doesn’t bother anyone else, but anyone who has just paid for an aromatherapy massage may not agree. If you must smoke consider popping back into the shower to freshen up before you rejoin other spa goers.

Heaven, as they say, is the same as hell – it is “other people”. Kind and friendly people, even if they can be a little noisy at times, have made some of my spa visits, and I know that I should try harder to let go of my spa niggles. I know at times I’ve been the noisy one, or at least with the noisy group. So I suppose the golden rule of spa etiquette for all of us really should be to relax and let go, whether it’s of the day to day, losing your towel, the loungers, the bad habits, and to let go of the little annoyances when they do crop up.

Oh and as for tipping, if in doubt you can always ask what the standard is when you book, or even when you leave, most receptionists are happy to help.

About this Author

About the author:

Pearl Howie (pearl@pearlescapes.co.uk) is the Explorer In Chief of Pearl Escapes http://www.pearlescapes.co.uk a website devoted to finding safe, easy and affordable wellbeing escapes – holidays, spa treatments, days out, etc. and providing great advice at every step of your journey.

In order to give the best possible information Pearl only includes things that she has actually tried – whether it is a spa, hotel or flight.

Her latest book “Spa Treatments – The Guide from Pearl Escapes” is now available for all digital readers, for more information visit http://www.pearlescapes.co.uk/Guide_To_Treatments/Spa_Treatments_-_The_Guide_from_Pearl_Escapes.html

My oldest son is in first grade. This must be the age where he realizes that Dad is often busy and that he should just find something to play with on his own.

The excitement of a good grade on his math test however makes it through the filter of what information is worth Dad’s time. Surely Dad will want to know about the nearly perfect answers on his math test. “Daddy never gets upset at one wrong answer. I can’t wait to show him!” he says to himself.

The artwork taken home from art class however, that stays in the book bag folded incorrectly at an odd angle. The drawing of his latest alien fighting, nanotech, super weapon carrying crime fighter? Why would Dad care about that? It isn’t very good anyways.

Weekends are the worst. As a father I tend to build up this list of things I need to take care of on my days off of work. Before I know it, Sunday night rolls up on me and I have to head back into a week of the graveyard shift.

To add to the mix, kids need sleep. Bedtime is 8:00Pm. It sure doesn’t feel like enough time to make it quality. Life gets faster and faster and we run out of time quicker and quicker. Before we know it, out kids have started to grow up and we feel we already missed a big part of it.

I adore my kids. They teach me lessons everyday. More importantly they often remind me of the promises I made myself long ago that I would be a good father when the time came. Well, the time has come and I often find myself asking if I am.

My 2 boys are seven and four as I write this. I can clearly see that they already have learned so many life lessons. Some of which they learned on their own, others by watching Mom and Dad and still others by watching friends and family. What is most fascinating though is when they teach me. In such subtle ways like forgiving me without saying a word when I ask them to wait for my attention. I could see it in their eyes that it’s okay. They still love me just the same. I am still their father and I always will be.

It’s in these brief fragile moments that I understand what it means to be a father. My heart skips a beat and I understand what it means to love. I am filled with pride and joy knowing that I was given a privilege in which I should feel honored. I feel honored to be their father.

Sometimes I will ask them if they know how much I love em. When I first started asking this, naturally they would shrug their shoulders not knowing how to answer. I would tell them that there is no way to measure it because they haven’t made a number that big. Now when I ask them their response is ‘so big their is no number?’…Always in question form as if I need to reassure them every time.

Our kids need to hear how much they mean to us. In their eyes we are their guardians, their protectors. We are here to show them an example of one way to live their life. It is our duty to guide them towards decisions that will allow their lives to be what they are meant to be.

At this point in my life, being a father has been the greatest joy I have ever experienced. I don’t really see anything that can even come close to it. I for one will always work at remembering that no matter what is going on in my life, I should never take fatherhood for granted.

About this Author

Guy Maltais writes on topics related to personal development, technology and internet marketing. Don’t forget to visit his blog ResourceBlvd to get some genuine advice and tools to help in growing your online business.

There could be reasons related to the potential health of the newborn, depending on the sex, or maybe they wish to have a small family and want just one boy and girl.

Possibly, as in my case, you may already have a tribe of boys only and would love to have a little girl to complete your family. Whatever the reason, it is very important to make sure that you will be extremely happy with your newborn, regardless of whether or not you get the gender you are after.

There are plenty of different techniques and various theories to choosing the sex of your baby, and one is the effect of caffeine regarding conceiving a baby boy.

Now I must stress first that the theory of caffeine when trying to choose the sex of your baby is aimed at the father – it is not recommended that a woman drinks coffee or other high caffeine drinks, as this impedes female fertility.

Even just one – two cups a day is reported to lower the chances of conception by 10 percent.

To conceive a baby boy, the egg must be fertilised by the ‘Y’ chromosome, which are faster and more active than the ‘X’ or girl chromosome. Even though both types will be sped up by the father having caffeine prior to intercourse, it will give the boy sperms a boast and better chance to reach the egg as they normally tire quickly and don’t make the distance.

Studies have also shown that caffeine will in fact increase the speed of the male producing sperm more than it does the female producing sperm.

To apply this theory, the father should drink a couple of strong cups of coffee 15-30 mins before having intercourse. If you don’t like drinking coffee then other forms of caffeine are fine, for example strong black tea.

Keep in mind, a high caffeine food or drink is not recommended for long-term use.

This is just one small theory regarding how to choose the sex of your baby, and although no natural techniques can guarantee you the gender of your choice, it is possible to increase your chances of planning the gender of your baby naturally and having up to a 90% chance of having the sex of your choice.

Good luck!

Shane Robertson

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Follow these 4 simple rules to become a Super Dad.

Rule No.1- Talk To Your Kids Often

Spend quality time talking to you kids. You may think that your kids are too young to engage in worthwhile conversations with you, but you’d be wrong. You see people as a whole (kids included), will rise or fall to your expectations of them. So if you treat your kids like they’re immature beings with nothing worthwhile to offer then that’s exactly what you’ll get.

Get to know your kids, their likes, dislikes, what subjects they’re interested in, in school and do your best to stimulate that interest.

Talk and listen to your kids and you’ll both learn a lot.

Rule No.2- Don’t Panic!!! Be Prepared

Most dads are quick to panic, especially when their young kids start crying.They will start fumbling for the milk bottle or pacifier,and yet the baby still won’t stop crying! The trick is to, just relax and keep calm, panicking will not help the situation.

Create a checklist in your mind of all the primary reasons why you baby cries and learn what your baby’s the different cries mean; for instance change me vs I want my bottle vs I’m tired and I need a nap etc.

Preparation and practice will calm those nerves and you’ll start getting impressed stares from all the moms as they see that you’re no ordinary daddy!

Rule No.3- Don’t Give In to Terrorists

Giving your kids whatever they ask for is the easy way to get your children to like you and do what you say,but it’s not the right way to raise kids.

Sure it may work in the short term but it won’t work forever. You need to also understand that kids (no matter how young) are pretty darn smart. They’re masters of getting what they want and if they learn that when they wine a certain way they get their way then you my friend are in for a lifetime of difficult disrespectful children.

The trick, when dealing with your kids demands is to stand your ground and explain the reasons why you won’t give them what they want and if possible offer alternative solutions.

Rule No.4- Find Super Mentors

Find mentors in men who are raising their kids in the way that you want to. Become friends with them, Take them out to lunch and ask their advice. Spend time with them and their kids. Not only will you learn from them but they and their kids will be a positive influence on yours.

By keeping these 4 simple rules in mind…

Rule No.1- Talk To Your kids Often

Rule No.2- Don’t Panic!!! Be Prepared

Rule No.3- Don’t Give In to Terrorists

Rule No.4- Find Super Mentors

… you are well on your way to becoming Father of the Year. And maybe one day you will be the one dad that the others wish they could be.

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Backaches

The most common complaint of expectant moms is an aching back. It’s no wonder that you are most apt to feel pain in your back; after all, your body is dealing with the extra weight of a growing baby – and the majority of that extra weight is concentrated in your abdomen. Your muscles must stretch to accommodate this growth. Your muscles are also taxed by the extra effort it takes to support your growing baby so they can’t support your spine as well as normal.

While common sense will go a long way toward alleviating the pain (don’t wear high heels, and don’t stand for long periods of time), the best thing you can do for your aching back is to make a conscious effort to maintain proper posture. When you sit and stand straight, your back is less stressed.

Heartburn

In the advancing stages of pregnancy, many women experience mild to severe heartburn. This is usually due to several factors that include a slowing down of your digestive system and your internal organs being compressed in order to accommodate the growing size of your baby.

A good diet is essential to your health and eating lots of veggies and fruit while avoiding large meals with spicy foods might keep heartburn from developing. Try not to drink while eating so you are not swallowing any extra air. And once again, good posture helps by allowing more room for your organs.

Hemorrhoids and Constipation

Another problem that may occur due to your compressed internal organs and changes to your digestion is constipation. And unfortunately, constipation often causes hemorrhoids. These problems generally occur in your third trimester and could stick around well after your baby is born, as well.

The best defense is a good offense. Make sure you get adequate exercise (as advised by your doctor) and eat a healthy diet with lots of fiber. A nice soak in a warm bath might feel good. Keeping your back straight through proper posture is also beneficial since this tends to take pressure off your bowels.

Swelling of Hands and Feet

When your wedding ring no longer fits and you have to really squeeze your feet into a pair of shoes, you can bet the culprit is swelling. Often swelling of your hands and feet occurs as a result of hormonal changes but it could just as well be poor circulation due to the added weight of your baby. Exercise, reducing your intake of salt, and elevating your legs while sitting or lying down are all ways to combat swelling. Compression socks and gloves offer relief to many expectant moms, too.

While it’s normal to expect your body to change during pregnancy, it’s not normal to just put up with the associated discomfort. One of the best things you can do is wear a supportive bodysuit that helps keep your body in proper posture. Watch what you eat, exercise if you can, and do everything possible to feel good and stay healthy while you await the birth of your precious bundle of joy.

CM Morehouse blogs for Layla, maternity support and post pregnancy garments that effortlessly promote perfect posture and balance your body while supporting or slenderizing. These revolutionary full torso bodysuits, unlike other products which merely constrict your body, gently support your growing baby, relieve your aching back, and slenderize your tummy, hips and thighs. Find out why you need a Layla by visiting our website or finding us at Facebook.

PARENTAL CONTROL

One of the basic issues in authoritative parenting is that of control. In authoritative parenting, control is more behavioral than psychological in nature. Emotional blackmail, withdrawal of love or using negative tactics that would make their children feel guilty or cause them to lose self-esteem are not used. Parents nurture their children and encourage open communication. They encourage a verbal give and take between them and their children. They also share with their children the reason why they have established a certain rule or policy and will listen to their children’s reasons for objecting to conform to their wishes. Children are still expected to follow the rules established by their parents but at least they do so in agreement with their parents and with the understanding of why the rule was established and what the benefit of the rule is to them. Negotiation and agreement are preferred methods of solving a conflict in authoritative parenting than exercising parental authority. Discipline thereby becomes more supportive rather than punitive.

Firm control is still exercised by parents when there are disagreements but they do not surround their children with numerous restrictions. Parents enforce their own perspective as adults but do recognize the individuality of their children and their special ways. Authoritative parenting involves affirming the present qualities of their children while setting standards for future conduct. Reason and power are used to shape objectives and decisions are not based on a group consensus or on the child’s individual desires. Control is fair and reasonable and is more effective in reinforcing good behavior.

PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT

One area that may seem controlling using this method of parenting is that parents are completely involved in their children’s activities and are always aware of what is happening in their daily lives. However, their involvement is not intrusive or restrictive and grants a great deal of psychological independence for their children. Trust and acceptance are important in authoritative parenting based on an awareness and support of the needs of their children. Children learn to take responsibility for their own behavior and learn that they are competent individuals who can do things for themselves successfully. Such children develop as individuals with a great deal of self-esteem and emotional maturity.

Learn more about the different authoritative parenting styles to have a positive impact on your child’s behavior by visiting http://authoritativeparentingstyles.com/

It’s no wonder Mother’s Day was created, a day on which children can spoil their mum with choccies, flowers and other such luxuries.

When you add ‘looking flawless all the time’ into the mix, the ‘being-a-mum-schedule’ looks even more intimidating.

Having said that, Madonna manages it. So do Angelina Jolie, Nicole Ritchie and Victoria Beckham.

The average mother can feel a little less than perfect when compared to the likes of these domestic goddesses.

From fashionable mums, to stay-at-home mums, to celebrities, every lady with fickle ones longs for Mothers Day… that special day that’s all about her. Which mum wouldn’t want to be lavished with special Mothers Day gifts, not to mention affection, appreciation and attention from the people that matter most in her life?

A recent survey revealed a number of mums believe celebrities such as Madonna, Pamela Anderson, and Sarah Jessica Parker are putting mothers under strain to match an unlikely model.

Many mums say they feel an obligation to look good and feel sexy for their partner while others say they feel pressured to be a successful career woman as well.

Let’s be reminded that these seemingly perfect yummy mummy celebs get round-the-clock baby help from a whole host of staff, stylists, minders, PAs, drivers and runners to ensure the smooth running of their public lives.

Many mums these days feel like second-rate citizens, believing that when out and about, they’re seen as a mum first and woman second. Oh dearie me. What’s more, some mums say their man no longer notices them since they’ve had a child and claim their pets are the ones who make them feel most valued. Boo hoo.

Owing to celebs and the ‘yummy mummy’ image that’s been forced on society, it’s no surprise mothers of today are feeling the weight of motherhood; it alters expectations and attitudes towards the role as ‘mum.’ Naturally, this unrealistic view of how mums should appear leaves mums feeling disheartened with their own lives.

On another note, at least Mother’s Day 2012 – the day dedicated to mums across the globe – is just around the corner, a day on which mums everywhere should be honoured and bequeathed with some chic and unique Mothers Day gifts.

So long they aren’t given presents like toilet brushes, aprons, vacuum cleaners, cleaning pots, or even worse, breakfast in bed way too early, March 18th is a day mums worldwide should be treated like a superstar and realise how amazing they, celebrity or not.

Mother’s Day falls on March 18th this year. Struggling for unique Mothers Day gifts? GoneDigging has a fantastic range of personalised Mothers Day presents, including engraved jewellery, flowers, chocolates and more. So go on; make Mum smile today with special Mothers Day gifts from http://www.gonedigging.co.uk.

About Me
I am 23 years old and I have a 2 year old daughter and a newborn son. Ever since I was a teenager I knew I wanted to be married young and have children young. In fact it was my goal to be married by 19 and have children by 23. I was one year late getting married, but I was a year early having children (so that made up for it).

There is nothing more I love in this world than being a good dad for my children. I go out of my way to take an active role in their lives and I even work with my wife to do the house work together (though she still does the washing).

Why It Is Great Being A Young Dad

1. You have so much more energy – Being a great dad requires a great deal of energy. Sleep deprivation is going to get to you in the first few months (until bubbi starts sleeping through the night) and you will still be required to go to work and fulfill all of your regular responsibilities. Your extra energy is going to come in handy. Once your kids get bigger you will have more energy to run around with them and play games

2. You are a big kid yourself – Being a big kid yourself means that you will be able to relate to your children more than older dads. When they enter their teenage years you will be a lot closer in age and you will have a better memory of what it is like to be a teenager. You will be able to give better advice and you will become great friends.

3. When your kids leave the house you will still be young – If you have kids at 20, by the time they grow up and leave the house you will only be in your early 40′s. This means you will still be young and will have enough energy to travel the world and do all the things you have dreamed of doing. You won’t have to take a walker and walking cane with your on your world travels like those 65 year old parents.

Being a young dad is a huge adventure and there is nothing more significant you can do with your life than raise your children. Jump into being a dad and give it everything you have. Your kids will thank you for it and you will time of your life.

If you want to know more about being a young dad then check out my post on how to be a young dad or my comprehensive article on be a father to a daughter