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Stay at Home Dad Parenting

A stay-at-home dad has a big responsibility when it comes to parenting. Much of the daily nurturing will be up to him, so it is important to be on top of the parenting game.

A Good Eating Routine

A good eating routine can establish many healthy habits in children -- from eating right to gaining responsibility.

A Good Bedtime Routine

A good bedtime routine is important in helping kids learn when it is time to go to bed, establishing some healthy habits and helping everyone sleep better.

Finding the Same Page on Discipline

With one parent with the children a lot more than the other, conflicts over how the kids are disciplined are sure to arise. There are ways a stay-at-home dad and his spouse can get on the same page when discipline the kids is necessary.

Start Potty Training with Underwear

When starting to potty train using underwear right away will help a child learn the urge to go to the bathroom and avoid getting wet. It may be messy for a while, but by ditching diapers may speed up the process.
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