Small bunk beds, meanwhile, can transform a bedroom crammed with Nerf guns, dollhouses, and other toys into … well, not something quite spacious, but at least with some room to maneuver. And all that aside, children’s bunk beds make bedtime just more damn fun. Here are ones that we love: They’re sturdy, well-made, and grow with your kids because you can disassemble them into standalone beds. Bunk Bed with Stairs Bunk Bed with Stairs and Slide Triple Bunk Bed Bunk Beds with Trundle Full Size Bunk Beds Every product on Fatherly is independently selected by our editors, writers, and experts....

You, on the other hand, loathe the idea of running. Or maybe you used to run, but then you got a nasty case of tendonitis, which triggered a bout of shin splints, which turned into a stress fracture, which made your realize the concept of pavement pounding is just plain madness. Whatever the reason, you want to do some cardio workouts, but you don’t want it to involve right-foot-left-foot-repeat. We hear you....

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that face masks fit snugly, be secured with ties or ear loops, have multiple layers of fabric, allow for breathing, and be sturdy enough to endure machine washing without damage. Face masks shouldn’t be placed on children under 2 or on anyone who can’t remove one without assistance. As with all coronavirus necessities — disinfecting cleaners, toilet paper, and homeschooling resources — finding the best affordable cloth face masks in stock can be a gentle challenge....

When choosing an electric scooter, look at its range (that is, how many miles it can go per charge). Make sure it has a higher weight limit, since adults will be using it. And speaking of weight, the more tricked-out the scooter (with bigger motors and batteries), the heavier it is — so make sure you’re fine with toting it around. As for speed: Don’t go overboard because accidents do happen....

Most jogging strollers are geared toward babies age six-months or older, since an infant’s neck muscles aren’t strong enough to withstand even the most casual of fun runs. But once you’re ready to hit the road, you’ll want to study these three-wheelers carefully as not all joggers are created equal. You want a lockable swivel front wheel that gives you stability on long runs and maneuverability on short strolls. Taller parents and caregivers want an adjustable handlebar so they’re not stooped over by the time they cross the finish line....

Per the CDC’s current recommendation, all children age two and up should be masked while indoors. While outdoors, if your child will be in prolonged close contact, it’s also recommended. This includes vaccinated children and adults, with a special emphasis on transport, i.e. that bus-ride home. Look, we get that keeping your child or children safe in these uncertain times feels like a full-time job that is added to your full-time....

These days, the best men’s sweatpants pack everything we love about functional athletic clothing into a more tapered package that you can wear pretty much anywhere. Our favorites are cut slimmer and soft-to-the-touch. They have a little bit of stretch and, in many cases, are made with texture for some added style points. The best sweatpants also feature plenty of pockets and higher-end athletic wear features like moisture-wicking and anti-microbial tech....

Rather than using ingredients that could be potentially harmful, natural deodorants for men skip the hyphenated and multisyllabic additives and instead utilize naturally occurring additions like clay, arrowroot, tapioca starch, and baking soda to absorb wetness. Antimicrobial ingredients like organic botanicals and oils swat down the stank. In today’s age of space exploration and effective vaccines, it’s about time the technology of natural deodorants met the needs of the modern man....

Here are just a few organizations that champion dads and understand the integral role that fathers play in the lives of their children. All Pro Dad All Pro Dad is a program of Family First that provides tools and resources to dads that allow them to be more present in the lives of their children. Spearheaded by former NFL coach Tony Dungy, NFL player Benjamin Watson, ESPN personality Dan Orlovsky, and many other prominent sports figures, All Pro Dad hosts a yearly interactive get-together for kids and dads at an NFL or NCAA stadium and a monthly school program where dads meet up with their children at school to spend time bonding and relationship building....

Another bonus: When your infant is on the mat, it buys parents a free moment to, you know, run to the bathroom, wipe down a cabinet, or just give their arms a rest. Because babies don’t have great vision until they’re about six months old, you want a play mat that is high-contrast to hold and keep their attention. Per the American Academy of Pediatrics, newborns can “see large shapes and faces, as well as bright colors,” while by three or four months, “babies can focus on a variety of smaller objects and tell the difference between colors....

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Dr. Jane Andersen, a board-certified podiatrist based in North Carolina, explained what to look for when buying shoes for your toddler: “You want a flexible shoe without a rigid sole. You want the foot to develop on its own,” she says. “In a perfect world, toddlers could walk barefoot but in this case, a thin sole protects their feet.” When it comes to sizing, “Make sure you ask if there’s any pain or if the shoe rubs anything....

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These moments of clarity are important. As important is sharing them so that fellow dads can learn the hard-won lessons sooner. That’s why we asked a group of dads to share the realization that made them a better father. They shared stories of ah-ha moments both small and large that happened at charity book fairs and in classrooms. Each contains a bit of wisdom that fathers young and old might learn a thing or two from....

So, why, I ask, do some of the Wild Things have bizarre human noses, while the other ones do not? Full disclosure, this revelation was not mine. Recently, my three-year-old (who has weaponized the word “rumpus”) pointed at the pages of the book, and said, “Dad, why do some of them have HUMAN noses?” She said this like she was offended and disturbed, and I couldn’t blame her. The brilliance of the Wild Things is that they are (mostly) creepy chimeras of various animal parts....

The best daily routines doesn’t have to be elaborate or strict. In fact, their mere presence in our lives serves to remind us that we still maintain a sense of control amidst the craziness of parenting, marriage, and trying to keep our heads above water. We look forward to them. Even if we don’t know exactly when they’re coming, they help us remember why we’re waking up each day. As silly as some of them may seem, they’re a function of our greater sense of purpose, giving us moments of clarity, peace, and composure that benefit our entire families....

This story was submitted by a Fatherly reader. Opinions expressed in the story do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Fatherly as a publication. The fact that we’re printing the story does, however, reflect a belief that it is an interesting and worthwhile read. During the fifth month of Brooke’s pregnancy, I called home to check on her while I was attending an event in Washington D.C. at the White House....

On Thursday, the Food and Drug Administration made a landmark decision and ordered Juul to pull all of its e-cigarette devices and vapor cartridges from all U.S. markets, continuing the agency’s history of removing addictive products from the hands of youth. Why Did The FDA Ban JUULs? The FDA made this decision after Juul filed “insufficient and conflicting” data in an application to keep selling the vapes and said there was not “enough evidence to assess the potential toxicological risks of using the JUUL Products,” per USA Today....

The Cold Moon is coming up in a few short days, rising in early December. Here’s what you need to know. What is a Cold Moon? We call the December Full Moon the Cold Moon for, well, the chilly month it rises in, according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac. The name comes from “Native American, Colonial American, or other traditional sources passed down through generations.” The Full Moon in December has a few different names too, including the Hay Moon, Buck Moon, Thunder Moon, and Mead Moon, Space....

The year his son was born, Glantz and his wife bought a house in San Francisco, taking advantage of the bottomed-out housing market to buy a home that has now, clearly, become their largest financial asset. He assumed, at the time, that many other middle class families would be able to do the same: take advantage of cheap housing prices, buying on the ground floor, and waiting to sell until the market got healthy again while growing wealth....