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Videos of babies stealing things

All babies are thieves. It’s a fact. Normally at the Doctor and the Dad, we like to cite scientific research studies to back up claims like this. But today, we don’t have to. Because we have all the proof we need right here.

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Here’s why we’re having a Happy Thanksgiving

As family and friends gather together for another Thanksgiving feast this year, there are countless reasons we should all give thanks: Pumpkin pie, whipped cream, and a lot more whipped cream, to name a few. But while we are deeply appreciative of those three extremely important items, they aren’t the only things our family is […]

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7 commercials about parenting that will make you cry

When you’re a parent, you don’t have much time for yourself. Not to sleep, not to shower, not to watch TV, and certainly not to watch commercials. But the thing is, there are lots of commercials about parenting out there that are pretty darn good – or at least pretty darn good at making moms and dads […]

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Is your TIRED family as TIRED as our TIRED family is?

Here’s what happened when a totally tired family of five talked about just how tired they all were. Summer vacation’s over, school’s back in session and families everywhere are wishing they could squeeze just a few more minutes out of their snooze buttons each morning. The Doctor and Dad household is no exception. With a full-time […]

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Happy Mammary-al Day: One dad’s attempt to keep his baby breastfeeding – when mom went out of town for the weekend

Our long holiday weekend felt even longer than usual. That’s because The Doctor went out of town for a fun-filled girls’ weekend in Nashville, leaving The Dad and all three kids to fend for themselves. Normally, this wouldn’t be that big of a deal. Andy is a pretty modern, participating dad, and we know how […]

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Seven ways to avoid getting hangry at your kids

You know how sometimes every single person around you is totally getting on your nerves? Your kids, your spouse, that driver in front of you…they’re all jerks, right? And so if you decide to snap and go off on them a little (or a lot), it’s 100% justified, because everybody really, really deserves it. Or […]

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D+D on Deadspin: How to Fly with Young Children

You know that feeling you get when you pack some bags, grab your kids, and head to the airport brimming with confidence that your entire family flight experience will be easy, effortless and enjoyable? Of course not. No one does. Because that feeling does not actually exist. But if you’re planning on flying with young children at some […]