Life Lessons for When a Family Pet Dies Young
When a family pet dies young, it feels unjust. But pets teach parents and children how to enjoy life and appreciate the…
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Suicide Prevention Experts on Helping the Men Who Need Help Most
Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas joins us on the Modern Dads Podcast to discuss suicide prevention and the Carson J. Spencer Foundation.
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On the morning of the funeral, Penny decided she wanted to say a few words about Nana. Her first eulogy was everything…
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Uncle’s Death Marks Day We Became “The Parents”
My wife informed me of the inevitable: “Unk” had passed away. This particular death of my great-uncle marked the end of a…
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Explaining Tragedy to Children: What’s the Best Approach?
Parents must take many variables into account when explaining a local or world tragedy to children so they don't frighten young ones.
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No Military Future for My Son. Ever.
I also won’t let my son play with guns or use heroin. I can live with my son missing out on those…
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