Being Dad Podcast

050: Sexting With Your Spouse

Steven Beatty — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 21:19:41 +0000

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:

049: Silence Those Annoying Toys

Steven Beatty — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 00:20:48 +0000

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:

048: Meet My Children Tron And Yoga

Steven Beatty — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 01:05:32 +0000

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:

047: A Lazy Dad, Or A Handy Genius?

Steven Beatty — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 22:12:31 +0000

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:

046: Sure, Sex Might Sell A Car, But What About A Dad Podcast?

Steven Beatty — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 20:43:02 +0000

It's time for your weekly Being Dad Podcast episode! This week there's a jammed-packed news segment for you, including a man who was arrested for telling kids at a Santa Claus parade that, well, there is no Santa. A dad tries to sell his car by posting pictures of his 20-year-old daughter posing around, and on, it. Christmas Tree safety tips, and a whole lot more. Plus, three product recalls for you this week, including a backyard trampoline, so stay tuned for that.

Enjoy and thanks for listening to the the Being Dad Podcast this week!

Show notes here!

045: Dad Discrimination

Steven Beatty — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 22:26:16 +0000

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:

044: Don't Put The Toddler In The Dog Cage

Steven Beatty — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 22:00:45 +0000

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:

043: An Ugly Baby And Nursery Germs

Steven Beatty — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 23:16:20 +0000

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:

042: A Little Rum In The Feeding Tube

Steven Beatty — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:47:41 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast a chat about my recent trip to the Emergency Room with my daughter and how her first Halloween went. Those two items are not directly related! Plus, in the news this week, a dad pours rum into the feeding tube of his ill child. What is that wrong? I talk about Movember, teen's hiding their online behaviour from their parents, and more. Also, there's a few recalls of note this week. All that, this week, on the Being Dad Podcast 042.

Show notes at BeingDad.Me.

041: Introducing, The News

Steven Beatty — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 01:05:24 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I'm introducing the change in format that I discussed in lasts week's show. Have a listen and, by all means, let me know what you think!

BeingDad.Me

040: A Change In Format

Steven Beatty — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 23:57:10 +0000

This week I'm announcing a change in the format of the Being Dad Podcast to go in effect for the forthcoming Episode 041, so keep it tuned in for that, this week, on the podcast!

039: Speedy Stroller Shenanigans

Steven Beatty — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 22:24:30 +0000

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:

038: Quality Copulation Time

Steven Beatty — Wed, 03 Oct 2012 22:14:44 +0000

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:

037: A Bucking Bronco For Kids

Steven Beatty — Sat, 29 Sep 2012 23:43:19 +0000

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:

036: Your Kid Will Think You're A Rock Star

Steven Beatty — Thu, 20 Sep 2012 17:15:31 +0000

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:

035: DADspirations: The 1st 100 Days of Fatherhood

Steven Beatty — Fri, 14 Sep 2012 17:47:56 +0000

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:

034: Sharp Little Buggers

Steven Beatty — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 16:24:42 +0000

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:

033: I Never Wanted Kids

Steven Beatty — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 15:11:47 +0000

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

032: Just Use The Ladies Room

Steven Beatty — Sat, 18 Aug 2012 15:26:25 +0000

On the Being Dad Podcast this week, what would you do if there's no diaper changing station in the Mens' Room? This was a popular topic on the BeingDad.Me site this past week. I'll talk a bit more about that. Plus, we're talking child development on the show this week! And, there's a tech time segment that includes some blue boxes. All that and more, on the Being Dad Podcast this week!

031: Scouts, Contests, and Everest

Steven Beatty — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 23:10:23 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I give an update on my daughter Natalie, including how I'm feeling as the dad of a 4.5 month old. Also, who would have thought that a little article I wrote about Scouting would stir up so much discussion. I'll talk a bit about that. Plus, there's a BeingDad.me contest open now! I have the details about that, along with the top stories from BeingDad.Me over the previous week, all coming up in episode 31 of the podcast!

030: Brett Cohen's "Stuff Every Dad Should Know"

Steven Beatty — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 17:22:32 +0000

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"

029: The Poopie Onsie Expert

Steven Beatty — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 21:30:00 +0000

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:

028: Being Dad Meets Super Dad

Steven Beatty — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 12:30:12 +0000

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

027: A Letter To My Daughter

Steven Beatty — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 21:14:50 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I talk about what I would like the future, grown-up Natalie, to know about how I feel today regarding being her dad. Also, I'm doing a quiz with you to try and figure out what Natalie's personality will be like when she grows up, according to the quiz author anyway, you can do the same for you kids. Plus, a discussion about teaching religion to your kids when they start asking faith-based questions, and, on tech time this week, science apps and teething relief! All that, and more, on the show this week!

Show Notes:

Baby Personality Quiz - From "just mommies" site, but I went there and didn't get kicked out. Enter at own risk. ;)
How Do I Teach my Kid About Religion
Select-a-Show Soother
Science Apps - Hmm, again, from "cool mom tech". I'm seeing a theme here.
Silicone Baby Meal Set

026: Dads and Daughters

Steven Beatty — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 14:07:27 +0000

Thanks for checking in everyone! This week on the Being Dad Podcast I'm giving you an update on how things are going with me as the dad of a, now 13 week old, baby girl. We're trying to give her a bottle now at times and, as it turns out, she's not too happy about this fact. Plus, I have 50 tips for dads of daughters to help us get through it in one piece. If you're a dad of sons, be sure to listen as well as many of these tips are gender neutral really, and stay tuned for a future episode of the podcast where I present a similar segment on dads and sons. Then, following the 50 tips, it's all tech time for the remainder of the show! Thanks for listening!

Show Notes:

025: An Interview With a New Dad

Steven Beatty — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 15:59:29 +0000

Thanks for checking out the Being Dad Podcast this week! It's a great episode! This week I'm featuring an interview I had with Steve Miller, from Kansas City, Missouri. Steve is the proud new dad to a healthy young lad born in late May of 2012. We chat about his birthing day experience, which included an unplanned caesarean section. We also talk a bit about what it was like for Steve and his wife to bring the new addition to their family home for the first time, and Steve asks me if I have any parenting advice as I have two more months experience being a dad. Hmm, not too sure about that! All that on the Being Dad Podcast this week!

Episode 024: I'm Not a Bumbling Mr. Mom

Steven Beatty — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 19:20:24 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast, Episode 24, we're looking at camping with a baby. Is this an easy thing to do, or should you just forget it until the kid can walk. Also, I talk about my displeasure with advertisors that present dads as bumbling idiots or non-existent parents. Plus, on tech time this week, a voice activated night light and more. Enjoy the show!

Show Notes:

Episode 023: Laura Berg from My Smart Hands

Steven Beatty — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 13:54:11 +0000

Hi everyone and welcome to Episode 023 of the show! This week I'm featuring an interview I had with Laura Berg, the founder of My Smart Hands. We're chatting about all things baby signing, including Laura's company and it's history. Laura's passion for baby signing is very evident and contagious! Plus, Laura also discusses her appearance on CBC's Dragon's Den television show here in Canada! All that coming up on the Being Dad Podcast this week!

Show Notes:

My Smart Hands

Video of Laura's appearance on Dragon's Den

YouTube video of Laura signing with her daughter

My Smart Hands Mobile App

Buy App - Apple, Android

Episode 022: How Do You Play With a Newborn?

Steven Beatty — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 20:41:30 +0000

Thanks for tuning into the Being Dad Podcast for Episode 022! I've been wondering over the previous nine weeks with Natalie what I should be doing with her in regards to play time in order to stimulate her mind and encourage learning. It's not like we can have a game of chess or go for a bike ride yet, so what do you do with a newborn? That's the question I'm asking this week and I have some answers. Also, have you ever wanted to turn your bath water into a gel-like substance? No, me neither, but maybe your kids have. That's on tech time this week with a lot more. Enjoy the show!

Show Notes:

Episode 021: I Don't Want To Be My Dad

Steven Beatty — Thu, 31 May 2012 18:31:20 +0000

On the Being Dad Podcast this week I spend some time chatting about my relationship with my father and how I'm hoping that my relationship with my daughter and future children will be different. Also on the show this week, can you teach sign language to a baby? Well stay tuned to find out. Plus, on tech time this week, a wipe warmer. Yes, a wipe warmer. All that and more, coming up this week!

Show Notes:

Episode 020: The Pagatim Network

Steven Beatty — Thu, 24 May 2012 20:16:22 +0000

On the Being Dad Podcast for this twentieth episode, I'm joined by Todd Mansfield who is the founder of the Pagatim Radio Network, which you can find at the link below. Todd's network includes a variety of great internet radio shows, including Dad's Unplugged Radio, which is a favourite of mine. Enjoy my interview with Todd, this week on the Being Dad Podcast!

Show Note References:

Episode 019: Tech Time Special

Steven Beatty — Thu, 17 May 2012 19:35:02 +0000

There's a lot of gadgets on the Being Dad Podcast this week! It's a tech time special! I'll fill you in on the past couple of weeks with Natalie here at home, including my first evening alone with her and a baby bottle. Following that, it's tech time for the rest of the episode! Enjoy!

Show Note References:

EVOZ Baby Monitors. http://myevoz.com/

Summerinfant Prodigy Carseat. http://www.summerinfant.com/prodigy

Pee Pee Tee Pee. http://www.bebabean.com/pee-pee-teepee/

Always Clean Pacifier. http://babies1st.com/p-34484-always-clean-pacifier.aspx

Itzbeen Baby Care Timer. http://shopping.aol.com/itzbeen-products/

The Beam Toothbrush. http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20120217/smartphone-toothbrush/

Loudmouth Leo. http://www.loudmouthleo.com/Default.asp?tcode=pi8&?tag=google&bhcp=1

Mylight Night Light. http://mylight.com.au/

SecuraFone. http://www.securafone.com/home/

Pitch Painter. http://www.wiretotheear.com/2012/05/15/pitch-painter/

Episode 018: A Social Network for Dads

Steven Beatty — Thu, 10 May 2012 19:44:06 +0000

On the Being Dad Podcast this week I 'm sharing an interview I had with Andrew Shanahan from the new social network for dads called "We Are The Dads". This is a great site to "share thoughts, ideas, suggestions, pictures, videos, jokes and advice with other dads from around the world," that is still in its early days of development, but well worth a look and I am an active member on the site as well. You can browse and join for free, just click on the link below. Also, there is a link for another site of Andrews called "I Am Staggered" which provides men with all the information they need to plan a wedding, from the groom's perspective. Enjoy!

Show Note References:

Episode 017: Five Weeks as a Dad

Steven Beatty — Thu, 03 May 2012 20:03:13 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I’m running solo again and sharing with you how I’ve been managing with fatherhood over the past five weeks! Is it what I was expecting? Have I experienced any surprises? Plus, I talk a bit about what can generally be expected with the development of a five week old baby, including, baby smiles. Yes, I think she smiled at me! Also, tech time is back this week with a few different items such as night lights, Lego iPhone cases, and interactive cubes. All that, and more, this week on the show!

Show Note References:

“Your 5 Week Old Baby” – http://babiesonline.com

“Understanding Your One Month Old” – http://fathersfirstyear.com

“2-Month-Old Baby” – http://whattoexpect.com

Peerbackers Project, get a t-shirt! - http://peerbackers.com/projects/support-us-working-on-being-dad-by-backing-this-podcast/

Sifteo Cubes – http://sifteo.com

Happly App - http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/happly/id484631742?mt=8

Lego iPhone Case - http://www.smallworks.com//

Night Lights - http://cloudb.com/

Episode 016: C-Section, Fatherhood, and...Poop

Steven Beatty — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:40:29 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I feature an interview I had with Jon Miller, a father to two young boys, a fellow podcast producer, and an all around great guy. Jon talks, from his point of view as a dad, about his personal experience with the labour and delivery process in which caesarean sections took place. Find out what the hospital staff were giving tours of during Jon's first experience on the delivery room! Also, there's talk of the rather unfortunate similarities between baby poop and traveller's diarrhea. Yes, poop talk on the show this week! You knew it was bound to happen! All that and more on the show this week!

Show Note References:

www.therestofeverest.com

Episode 015: A Father of Three Speaks

Steven Beatty — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:16:08 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast I'm sharing an interview I've done with Marc Ferguson, a father of three from Georgia, USA. He shares some very insightful and interesting thoughts from his experience with being dad and supporting his spouse through the labour and delivery process. If you would like to share a story of your own on the show like Marc has this week, please don't hesitate to contact me at steven@beingdadpodcast.com and we can plan to chat. Also, check out the link below for Marc's blog and also please consider becoming a backer of the podcast and get a show t-shirt. See the Peerbackers link below for more information. Thanks and enjoy this episode of the Being Dad Podcast!!

Show Note References:

Marc Ferguson blog: http://fergytech.com

Being Dad Podcast Peerbackers Project: http://peerbackers.com/projects/support-us-working-on-being-dad-by-backing-this-podcast/

Episode 014: Ok, So We Have a Baby...Now What?

Steven Beatty — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:30:47 +0000

Picking up where I ended off in last weeks episode, join me as I discuss the previous two weeks having a new baby in the house starting at the drive home from the hospital. It's been an interesting couple of weeks to say the least, but we're having a great time! This little gal has been a great addition to our family even if she poops all the time. Thanks for listening this week on the Being Dad Podcast!!

Episode 013: It's A Girl! (A New Dad's Birth Story)

Steven Beatty — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 22:48:00 +0000

It's a special week on the Being Dad Podcast...the new baby has finally arrived!! Two weeks late, but late is okay when you're that cute. This week on the show I'm telling the story of our labour and delivery from my perspective as a a new dad. I start by talking about the beginning contractions and continue right up to Michelle and I leaving the hospital to come home with a new daughter in tow. Check it out this week on the podcast!!

Episode 012: Is The Stork on Strike?

Steven Beatty — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 22:09:39 +0000

Still no baby! On this week's episode of the podcast I'm talking a bit more about our overdue little character and the impending labour induction. Also. some discussion on newborn baby appearance oddities, myths about crying, and birth announcements. Plus, there's robot talk on tech time! All that and more on episode twelve of the Being Dad Podcast.

Show note references available on the website www.beingdadpodcast.com.

Episode 011: Overdue and Blue

Steven Beatty — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 22:31:05 +0000

Thanks for checking out the Being Dad Podcast this week! The baby is late! On this weeks show we're looking into ways to induce labour naturally at home. Also, more discussion on dad planning in preparation for the delivery day. Plus, some more Lego talk and maybe a couple smartphone apps on tech time. Check it out!!

Show note references: links to show notes can be found on the website here: www.beingdadpodcast.com)

Episode 010: Friendships After Fatherhood

Steven Beatty — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 01:16:02 +0000

Coming up this week on the Being Dad Podcast we're looking into tips for maintaining existing friendships following fatherhood and talking about new dad surprises. Plus, this week I'm doing another quiz! This one is on child development. Also, we're talking Lego on Tech Time! All that and more this week on the show!

Show note references (links available at www.beingdadpodcast.com):

"New Dads: Maintaining Friendships After Baby" - babycenter.com

"Ten Surprises of New Fatherhood" - babycenter.com

"What Do You Know About Child Development?" - babycenter.com

Cuusoo - babyology.com.au

Veterinarian - padgadget.com

Baby Cry iPhone Case - Shapeways

Episode 009: Don't Forget Dad's Hospital Bag

Steven Beatty — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 23:12:12 +0000

Coming up this week on the Being Dad Podcast, we're looking into what dad should consider bringing to the hospital at delivery time, just a change of underwear, right? Stay tuned. Also, we've got some tips for taking pictures of the newborn and some secrets to parenting success. Also, diaper bags for dads and an Android Tablet for kids. All that and more!

References (links available at www.beingdadpodcast.com):

"Tips for Expectant Fathers - A Checklist for the Hospital Bag" - fatherhood.about.com

"Tips on Photographing Newborns" - ehow.com

"7 Tips for Successful Parents" - parenting.com

"Daddy Diaper Bags" - pregnancy.about.com

"Five Apps to Entertain and Educate Your Toddler" - tuaw.com

"Archos Child Pad" - slashgear.com

Episode 008: Hi Old Pet, Meet New Baby

Steven Beatty — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 23:56:32 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast we're asking ourselves how we can be as safe as possible when introducing our pet to the new baby. What precautions can we take? Also, a discussion on dad's role in regards to breastfeeding. What do we need to do there? Plus, five fatherhood myths and a toy iPhone car application on tech time! All that and more this week on the show!

Refer to the show's website, beingdadpodcast.com, for links to the following references:

makegotoys.com

"Family of Alberta Baby Killed by Dog" - CBC News

"How to Buy a Baby Monitor" - babycenter.com

"Pets and Babies - How to Introduce a Baby to Your Pet" - parents.com

"How Do I Prepare My Pet For Our New Baby?" - babycenter.com

"Introducing Your Pet and New Baby" - Humane Society of the United States

"Dads and Breastfeeding" - Simcoe Muskoka Health Unit

"Dads abd Breastfeeding" - babycenter.com

"Five Myths of Fatherhood" - babycenter.ca

Episode 007: My New Dad IQ

Steven Beatty — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 22:46:26 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast we're looking into the benefits of skin to skin contact between dads and babies. Also, are you wondering if there is a way to find out the gender of your unborn child without using an ultrasound? Plus, I'm doing a new dad IQ test with you this week which might be embarrassing, we'll see. Oh, and a power folding stroller with day time running lights on Tech Time! All that and more! Stay tuned!!

You can find direct links to all my references in my show notes on the beingdadpodcast.com website, including links to the following:

4moms.com

"What's Your New Father IQ" - babycenter.com

"Skin to Skin Contact" - babygooroo.com

"Paternal Skin to Skin Contact" - sciencedaily.com

"Is It a Boy or a Girl? Fun Ways to Tell" - parenting.com

Episode 006: Baby-Mooning in Vegas

Steven Beatty — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21:37:00 +0000

This week on the Being Dad Podcast we're talking about postpartum depression for dads. Does it exist? Also, baby-mooning vacations. Is yours planned? More survival tips for new dads and it's automobile week on tech time! We're looking at some family friendly vehicles for 2012! Caution, there may be discussion of minivans, All that and more this week on the Being Dad Podcast!

References:

"Car Seat Safety, Expiration" parenting.com

"Postpartum Depression can Affect Dads" cbc.ca/news

postpartumdads.org

postpartummen.com

"A New Dad's Survival Guide" twoofus.org

"10 Tips For Planning your Babymoon" canadianliving.com

"Babymoon" wikipedia.org

Episode 005: Dad's Have Fears Too

Steven Beatty — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 23:00:50 +0000

Welcome to the Being Dad Podcast, Episode Five! Thanks for having a listen! On this week's show we're looking into preparing the nursery, child proofing the house, and common fears for new dads. Also on tech time, a climate controlled stroller, a tweeting baby from within the womb, and more! Check it out!

References:

"Childproofing around the House", babycenter.com.

"Baby Proofing Your Home", parenting.com.

"Seven Fears Expectant Fathers Face", babycenter.com.

"New Father Fears", Greg Melville, parents.com.

"Dad's Guide to Nursery Necessities", fatherville.com.

"What You Need for the Perfect Nursery", newparent.com.

Episode 004: Birth Plans and Diamond Bands

Steven Beatty — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 00:19:41 +0000

Thank you for checking out the Being Dad Podcast for this week! This week we're talking about creating birth plans. Do you need one? Also we're looking at something called a Push Present. Is this something you need to knoiw about? Maybe! There's a discussion about how dad's can help mom's with, being mom, and on the tech time segment, the Moobaa app and Dr. Seuss! Check it out!!

References for this week:

-todaysparent.com

-appadvice.com

-wikipedia.org

-thecradle.com

-americanpregnancy.org.

Episode 003: Circum-inde-cision

Steven Beatty — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 15:42:44 +0000

Thanks for checking out the Being Dad Podcast! This week we're talking about the dreaded circumcision decision and the difficulty some parents have with deciding what to do with their newborn sons. We're also discussing the do's and don't's for dad's in the delivery room. And, on tech time, a boogiman detector and more! Join me this week on the Being Dad Podcast!

References this week:

For circumcision information:

- Mayoclinic.com

- Canadian Medical Association at cma.ca

- World Health Organization at who.int

For Delivery Room Tips:

- myasuris.com

- kolcraft.com

- thebump.com

Tech Time:

- Boogieman Radar by Two Think

- Amazon.com for Cry Analyser

Episode 002: No Midwife Crisis Here

Steven Beatty — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 21:11:00 +0000

This week on the show I talk about my wife and I deciding to go with a midwife for our pregnancy care, I touch on the pros of prenatal classes, and in tech time I've got information for you on a wifi enabled baby scale and bionic baby pyjamas! Join me this week on the Being Dad Podcast!

Introduction

Steven Beatty — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:58:00 +0000

This is an introductory episode to the podcast. Thanks for checking it out! The more regular show format will begin with episode two, so please check that out and feel free to comment! Thanks again!