Fatherhood

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How can you be an Eco Dad? By joining in with this discussion, of course! Let's talk about activities, sports, clothes, toys, books and food. Problems, triumphs, funnies and worries.

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1. Re: Fatherhood by jane, 638 days ago

   Bringing up the kids green tends to be thought of as "mums thing". We're the ones that are obsessed with feeding them organic food, natural clothes etc. In reality, it's often the dad's that do the green education bit though - taking them out to the beach, the country, doing physical activities, and that is just as much part of being green as what you eat, wear and clean with.
   
   So, good on you and keep up the work. Let everyone know about those great places you've taken your kids to - help everyone do their bit.

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2. Re: Fatherhood by duncan, 630 days ago

   This isn't an eco-dad tip, but I've just found some very discreet changing-kit bags over at happybags:
   
   http://happybags.co.uk/bags_for_dads

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3. Re: Fatherhood by hoosierhunter, 623 days ago

   You know, it's always good to teach your child the art of recycling by purchasing used clothing and toys, and donating used clothing and toys you no longer need. There is no way to toss decent wearing apparel for any reason. It takes a lot of resources to make garments. My wife even recycles garments into quilting squares and craft materials.

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4. Re: Fatherhood by matefork, 619 days ago

   I think I found a great link about stay at home rebel dad. Here is the link: http://www.rebeldad.com/index.html

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5. Re: Fatherhood by matefork, 619 days ago

   I think I have found a site for stay at home rebel dads. Here is the link: http://www.rebeldad.com/index.html

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6. Re: Fatherhood by shinningstar, 618 days ago

   My father used to teach me planting plants and vegetables at the backyard. We had a family garden contest before. My father conducted the garden contest for us to be environmental lovers. But I prefer to play along with friends rather than gardening. But now I realize the importance of the environment. I'll never forget my eco-friendly dad.

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7. Re: Fatherhood by shinningstar, 618 days ago

   My dad is always busy in his job. He even don't care if we eat vegetables or not. I'm fun of eating junk foods while watching TV but he's not angry at me. I prefer to attend parties rather than activities at home but he even don't care. Does it mean that my dad is not an eco-friendly dad?

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   1. Re: Re: Fatherhood by duncan, 614 days ago

      Hi shinningstar - I don't think that means your Dad isn't eco-friendly. He sounds like 99% of Dads I know, too.
      
      But, if you really want an ecolocal-approved Dad, why not ask him to take you to a local farmers market this weekend? You can search for farmers markets on this site as we've got quite a few listed. It should make a great day our and you'll be eating local food, which is a great way to 'go green'.

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      1. Re: Re: Re: Fatherhood by shinningstar, 613 days ago

         Thank you Duncan for your advice. Actually, my real dad is eco-friendly but my stepfather is the opposite version. I guess there's no hard in trying. I'll try to invite my stepfather this weekend. That's a nice idea. I really miss eating local foods. Infact, my grandmother owns a plantation of fruits and vegetables in province. That's great!

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