The Science of Farts

In this episode of the Lab, Daddy Brad is visited by a special guest Enzo from ENZOology.com. Enzo meets with Daddy Brad to answer the interesting question of what causes farts. While this topic may seem a humorous in nature, Enzo help explain that there is a science behind farting. Enzo discusses how animals and humans alike share the natural bodily function known as farting. Whether it be a dog, or a snake you better watch out because they’re sure to fart. Chickens, however, are one of the only creatures that do not produce any flatulence. So sit back and enjoy and learn what to teach your kids about farting. The Lab ep 536 is Brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Bristlebots: How to build a robot with your kids

Are you looking for cheap toys that will keep your children entertained, and provide a valuable learning experience? This episode of Gear Daddy talks about building your own battery powered toy robots known as Bristlebots. These electronic toys combine a battery powered offset motor and a toothbrush to make robotic toys for kids. Brisltebots are fun learning toys that teach your kids about robotics, and teach them how to build your own. You can build your own Bristlebots by heading to Radio Shack and checking out Make Magazine and Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories for instructions, or buying the Invasion of the Bristlebots book. It’s a great way to learn how to build a robot with your kids and is sure to provide hours of cheap entertainment. Gear Daddy ep 535 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Princess Parenting: Father Daughter Solution

Are you a princess parent? Does your baby girl have more princess paraphernalia than you can fit in your mini van? As a parent, it’s nearly impossible to avoid the inevitable onslaught of princess culture. In this episode of The Lab, Daddy Brad and Daddy Clay compare who is the bigger princess parent by adding up their daughters’ princess gear. From Disney games and Disney princess toys to princess costumes and unicorn stuffed animals, the two Dads compare who is the bigger Cinderella father. Author Jeremy Adam Smith discusses the impact that princess mania is having and the steps to maintain a healthy father daughter relationship. Whether it’s Snow White. Sleeping Beauty, or Cinderella, Disney’s hold on the girly girl market will find your children. The guys from DadLabs are here to ensure you have a healthy father daughter relationship. DadLabs Ep. 534 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

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Tips for family swimming pool

In this episode of Quality Time, Daddy Clay gives his tips for taking the kids to the swimming pool. Whether it be a neighborhood pool, or your family pool out back, follow these tips to ensure a great family summertime activity. Step one, get the right sunscreen. There are plenty of suntan lotions, sunscreens, and other sun block methods but Daddy Clay recommends the spray on suntan lotion. Finding the right pair of goggles is also an essential key to a successful trip to the pool. Make sure you get ones that fit, but also know that there is no way to prevent that difficult process of getting the goggles on and off the kids. The third and final tip is get a fun pool game to play with your kids. Daddy Clay recommends the pool side quiz show. The swimming game is a fun way to play with your kids without having you become the game. Quality Time ep 532 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Teach Kids About Music with Apple's Garageband

In this episode of Gear Daddy, Daddy Troy reviews Apple's Garageband software. This innovative music software is a great way to teach your kids about music theory. Garageband has great features such as magic garageband that allows kids to pick a music genre and arrange a song according to instrumentation. It's a great way to teach your kids about different music instruments, and get them familiar with the song writing process. While some music teachers may argue that this doesn't teach your kids how to play the guitar or how to play the piano. Garageband also has great interactive music lessons that include video lessons from several celebrities such as Ben Folds, Norah Jones and John Fogerty. These guitar lessons and piano lessons are a great way to learn to play guitar. Download Apple's Garageband and get your kids rocking out on the computer, and teach them a guitar lesson or piano lesson. Gear Daddy ep 531 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Hippie Parents Retaliate

In this episode of DadLabs new show, Hot Dad Action, Owen Egerton talks to Baby Oscar about how lucky he is to have such a cool father. Owen retaliates to Macs previous rant about Oscar having hippie parents. Unlike Mac and his conservative view points Baby Oscar will know the truth about things like chicken nuggets, reading, sweat shop clothing, aerosol cologne and burt and ernie. Watch this hilarious video feature the adorable Baby Oscar, and see the difference between hippie parenting and conservative view points. To see the first video check out Hippie Parents Eating Hummus at Hot Dad Action Ep 530 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Great Kids Music: The Jellydots

Rock out with Doug Snyder of the kids music rock band The Jellydots and Daddy Brad in this Quality Time episode. Doug Snyner and The Jellydots make music for children with a good pop music feel. Watch this Doug rock out on his acoustic guitar, as he is joined on the harmonica by DadLabs very own Daddy Brad. These two combine to make some funny music that is sure to be a favorite kid song in the future. The Jellydots create some of the best music for kids that can also be enjoyed by the parents. Unlike other childrens songs, the Jellydots combine a smooth acoustic guitar sound, and have some of the most fun rock music around. Sit back relax and enjoy as these two enjoy a good jam session. Quality Time Ep 529 is brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Five Things Not to Say During Labor and Delivery

In this DadLabs video Daddy Clay and Daddy Brad discuss the five phrases Dads should never say in the labor and delivery room. These five phrases should be avoided at all cost during the birth of a baby. Starting with number 5, Is that normal? Never show fear in the delivery room, and always stay calm and collected with your pregnant wife. Number 4 is avoiding anything that involves my Mom says. While experiencing childbirth the last thing your wife wants to hear is any advise or anything to do with her mother-in-law. Number 3 is to ask, why is the birth in the metric system? Do the math yourself and keep irrellevant questions out of the birthing center. The number 2 things to avoid is saying "I'm not sure I'm ready for this." It's too late to make that decision, and the most important thing is to be supportive during the child birth process. The final thing, and most important to remember is to avoid saying anything like "toughen up" and/or "suck it up". Baby Delivery whether natural birth or through a cesarean section is a very difficult process. If you have any questions make sure to ask your doula or your midwife, and most of all be supportive through the pregnancy. The Lab Ep 528 brought to you by BabyBjorn.

Y Water: Healthy Drink for Kids

Gear Daddy reviews the new all organic, nutrient rich, low calorie Y Water as a healthy drink for kids. This all organic vitamin water serves as health conscious option for your kids. Y Water is USDA approved and comes in three health friendly flavors. Y bone water is enriched with calcium, fluoride, and Vitamins A, C and D. Y immune water is fortified with a complex of antioxidants and vitamins A, C and E and B6. Muscle Water contains magnesium potassium, selenium and vitamin C. Not only does this water come in a healthy option, it's also recyclable and biodegradable. Gear Daddy Ep 527 Brought to you by BabyBjorn.