The Importance of Roughhousing
Dear Mr. Dad: My husband and our boy-girl twins love to wrestle, but I’m worried that all that physical activity and getting revved up will make them—especially our son—see violence as acceptable. Should I be concerned? A: Not at all. In fact, the evidence supports the exact opposite conclusion. In their book, The Art of Roughhousing, Anthony...CONTINUE READING→
Is “Saving it Up” a Myth?
She tells you that “it’s that time of the month,” which means that it’s baby-making time. You’ve been waiting for this and have duly refrained from sex or masturbation to stockpile the biggest quantity of sperm you can during her time of need. Is “saving up” sperm like retirement money a good idea? 401k Fund...CONTINUE READING→
What’s the Big Deal About Self-Care?
You hear about self-care every day. It means different things to different people, and it could mean a hundred different things for you. We could go on and on about how to practice self-care in your life by giving you an endless list of things to do for your own care, but let’s stick to...CONTINUE READING→
Do You Have Testicular Cancer? The U.S. Preventive Service Task Force Doesn’t Want You to Know
I am a 22-year-old man, and I have some questions for men of whom I am concerned. Gentlemen, have you had any action down there lately? No, I meant have you self-checked your testicles for any abnormalities – bumps, lumps, or humps? Regardless of your activity or lack thereof down south, you should. According to...CONTINUE READING→
Joint Custody—Even for Toddlers—Is the Best Option
Dear Mr. Dad: My wife and I are getting divorced. She has filed for sole custody of our two children, ages 2 and 4. I’ve always been avery involved dad and my wife knows how important my kids are to me. I asked why she’s asking for sole custody and she says that her lawyers...CONTINUE READING→
Sorry Guys, Your Sperm Ages Too
For centuries, older fathers have been admired for their fertility. The oldest father documented in medical literature is George Isaac Hughes, who in the 1930s fathered a son at age 94. More recent examples of male virility include Mick Jagger, whose youngest child was born when he was 73; George Clooney, who fathered twins at...CONTINUE READING→
Motorcycle Safety and More
Men and Motorcycle Adoration Recreational activities can be magnificent for wellness. If you’re a man who is modern and focused, you probably have a couple of pastimes that mean a lot to you. One of your hobbies may even be going for rides on your motorcycle. Motorcycle rides can help you feel as though you’re...CONTINUE READING→
Diminishing the DAD BOD
You know who you are… you might not believe when you look in the mirror, that you have morphed into a man who has the “DAD BOD”. Perhaps not as fit as you used to be, perhaps even starting to sport some man boobs… in need of the manzier created by Kramer and George Costanza...CONTINUE READING→
Why Your Workouts Stopped Returning Results
Nothing is more frustrating than feeling like you’re accelerating on your inputs for your workout but seeing little to no progress in return. Our bodies are designed for survival and we quickly adapt to changes. While this is optimal for survival, it tends to cause challenges for reaching our goals in our fitness routines. If...CONTINUE READING→
What You Need to Know about Testosterone Treatment Therapy
A recent study has revealed that nearly 25 percent of men over the age of 30 have low testosterone levels. While your testosterone levels are naturally going to decline as you grow older, sudden changes to your hormones could produce a variety of unwanted side effects. Here is a closer look at some of the...CONTINUE READING→