Fifty Dangerous Things Interview with Gever Tulley
Dad, would you let your kids lick a 9-volt battery? In this episode of Gear Daddy, Daddy Troy sits down with Gever Tulley, author of the activity book "Fifty Dangerous Things (you should let your children do)" who explains why it's okay. This book features numerous activities for kids, such as burning things with a magnifying glass, that can be used to teach science and learn about hazards. Check out the video to learn more about the book. DadLabs Ep. 618 is brought to you by BabyBjorn. #Permalink
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Fifty Dangerous Things Interview with Gever Tulley

Dad, would you let your kids lick a 9-volt battery? In this episode of Gear Daddy, Daddy Troy sits down with Gever Tulley, author of the activity book "Fifty Dangerous Things (you should let your children do)" who explains why it's okay. This book features numerous activities for kids, such as burning things with a magnifying glass, that can be used to teach science and learn about hazards. Check out the video to learn more about the book. DadLabs Ep. 618 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

How to Choose a Push Present

In this episode of The Lab, Daddy Clay and Daddy Brad explore the subject of push presents. Also referred to as a baby bobble, these gifts are given by a dad to a mom in the delivery room after the birth of a baby. Our backwoods guru Bill Smooshfoot gives us the historical perspective of the push present as only he can. We also talk with jewelry designer Sonya Ooten who explains why rings, bracelets and other special pieces of jewelry can make for great gifts for new mothers. The dads also offer a few other ideas including commemorative and personalized gifts or even a push picnic. If you've got some ideas about great push presents, share them with us at DadLabs.com. DadLabs Ep. 617 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Volunteering With Your Kids

If you're looking for a fun family activity that can also benefit the community, consider volunteering. In this episode of Quality Time, Daddy Brad talks with Kent Burress of the Ronald McDonald House. He tells us about some of the services they provide to families and children, and also discusses the importance of volunteers to his organization. Volunteer opportunities are available for everyone, including kids of all ages. Check out this video to discover some great web sites you can visit to learn more about volunteering. DadLabs Ep. 616 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

RSV and Your Child

One of the illnesses that dads ands moms worry about their kids getting is the Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV. In this episode of The Lab, Dr. JJ Levenstein joins Daddy Brad to explain what the RSV virus is and how it can affect the lungs. She also tells parents what rsv symptoms to look for in their baby, when they should take their children to a doctor, and what treatments are available. DadLabs Ep. 615 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Returning Home to Your Kids

Business travel can be a common occurrence for working parents. In this installment of Quality Time, Daddy Clay offers a few tips on how to return to your kids after traveling. Should you bring your children gifts and presents? What can you and your wife or spouse expect when you return home? What impact can a babysitter have on your youngster's reaction to your arrival? DadLabs Ep. 614 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Cloth Diapers vs. Disposable Diapers

It is estimated that new dads and moms will change between 5,000 - 6,000 baby diapers during the first few years of their infant's life. Cloth diapers or disposable diapers - which will you choose for your baby? In this episode of The Lab, Daddy Clay and Daddy Brad break down this parenting dilemma. They take a look at both diaper options to help parents determine which is best. What effect will each diaper have on your finances? Is one better for the environment over the other? Can either reduce diaper rash in babies? DadLabs Ep. 613 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

How to Make a Giant Geoboard

In this dadisode, Daddy Troy of Dad Labs teaches you how to build a giant geoboard with your kids as well as sneak in some math and art the same time. Thanks to the blog Filth Wizardry for idea of how to build the board. Can you say school project? DadLabs Ep. 612 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

How to Choose a Thermometer

In this episode of the Lab, Daddy Clay talks to Nurse Gretchen about the different kinds of thermometers parents should use on their kids from infants to teens. DadLabs Ep. 611 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

The Fairy Godmother Academy

In this episode of the Lab Daddy Clay interviews Jan Bozarth, creator and author of a young girls adventure novel series, “The Fairy Godmother Academy.” Watch Daddy Clay as he explores the world that Jan has created in both her novels and interactive website (www.fairygodmotheracademy.com/). DadLabs The Lab Ep. 610 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Production Meeting: "The Snotsucker"

Take a peek inside DadLabs World Headquarters and witness a dramatic re-enactment of a recent production meeting where all the dads offer their best ideas for a video for the Nosefrida nasal aspirator. This product, also known as The Snotsucker helps parents remove mucus and snot from a newborn or infant baby. Daddy Troy gets scientific and offers a physics lesson behind the product. Daddy Owen goes hip hop and creates a mucus centered "Snotsucker" rap song. And Daddy Brad suggests creating "snart". (You'll have to watch the video to find out what that is.) DadLabs Hot Dad Action Ep. 609 is brought to you by NoseFrida.