Brian Kantz, Buffalo, NY-based writer and editor

THE NEWBIE DAD - A COLUMN ABOUT FATHERHOOD

“The Newbie Dad,” appears monthly in Western New York Family magazine (since 2004), Charlotte Parent magazine and the New York Post’s Family Publications group of magazines. The column details Brian’s adventures and observations as a stay-at-home dad.

For his work on the column, Brian was named one of the top humor columnists of 2006 by the Parenting Publications of America, a trade group representing more than 100 magazines.

Please enjoy some recent columns:

Politics as Usual

(March 2009) Does my four-year-old like watching President Obama on TV? Yeah, about as much as I liked having President Reagan pre-empting The Cosby Show once a month.

Me, A Greek God?

(February 2009) It’s a constant project to keep a clean house with two young boys and one old dog around.

What Guys Really Talk About in the Locker Room

(January 2009) Here’s the inside scoop on who and what guys talk about after a good workout.

The Relentless Pursuit of Imperfection

(December 2008) Will I buy my wife a Lexus this Christmas? No, this dad will just promise to be more imperfect.

Outside the Dressing Room

(November 2008) How does a dad keep his two young boys occupied at a women’s clothing store while his wife shops? It’s not easy.

Halloween – What’s In It for Us Parents?

(October 2008) Halloween’s not for everyone. But this year, one parent is going to make sure it’s a fun one for himself.

Move On, Soccer Moms

(September 2008) This election year, stay-at-home dads — not soccer moms — will be the most influential voters.

Interested in Trains? You Gotta Get to Arcade

(August 2008) The Arcade & Attica Railroad surpasses a train lover’s expectations.

Chairman of the Anything-But-Bored

(July 2008) Why giving up your free time to get involved is totally worth it.

Where Have All the Station Wagons Gone?

(June 2008) Lamenting the loss of the ultimate family summer vacation vehicle.

How to Stop Your Child From Growing Up

(May 2008) Five ways to keep your kids — and you — young.

The Amherst Cotton Company

(April 2008) A toddler proves that anything is possible — even growing cotton in Upstate New York.

A Small Case of Mommy Envy

(March 2008) A dad admits that nothing trumps the affection kids have for their mom.

To All the Parents Who Survived the 2000s

(February 2008) A nostalgic e-mail spurs intergenerational comparisons.

The Terrible Threes

(January 2008) A dad realizes he’s not the only one dealing with a temperamental three-year-old.

One Dad’s Christmas Wish List

(December 2007) A father shamelessly writes to Santa in a quest for great Christmas presents.

Answers from the Toddler Complaint Line

(November 2007) The Newbie Dad addresses common toddler complaints in a purely democratic manner - right.

Tuesdays with Mr. Winter

(October 2007) A tip of the cap to a dearly departed gentleman.

A Videotaped Life

(September 2007) Why photographs trump video when it comes to family memories.

Oh, You’ll Be Polite… Or Else!

(August 2007) Parents battle to prove whose child is more polite.

Can’t Fool This Guy Twice

(July 2007) “New parent” myths are busted once the second child comes around.

“Wait Here… I’ll Get Some Poetry”

(June 2007) Kids say the most awesome things.

Is a Bigger Baby a Better Baby?

(May 2007) The Newbie Dad answers the age-old question about baby size.

The Garden Saboteur

(April 2007) How a little person can create big havoc in the garden.


Brian Kantz



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	THE NEWBIE DAD - A COLUMN ABOUT FATHERHOOD “The Newbie Dad,” appears monthly in Western New York Family magazine (since 2004), Charlotte Parent magazine and the New York Post’s Family Publications group of magazines. The column details Brian’s adventures and observations as a stay-at-home dad. For his work on the column, Brian was named one of the top humor columnists of 2006 by the Parenting Publications of America, a trade group representing more than 100 magazines. Please enjoy some recent columns: Politics as Usual (March 2009) Does my four-year-old like watching President Obama on TV? Yeah, about as much as I liked having President Reagan pre-empting The Cosby Show once a month. Me, A Greek God? (February 2009) It’s a constant project to keep a clean house with two young boys and one old dog around. What Guys Really Talk About in the Locker Room (January 2009) Here’s the inside scoop on who and what guys talk about after a good workout. The Relentless Pursuit of Imperfection (December 2008) Will I buy my wife a Lexus this Christmas? No, this dad will just promise to be more imperfect. Outside the Dressing Room (November 2008) How does a dad keep his two young boys occupied at a women’s clothing store while his wife shops? It’s not easy. Halloween – What’s In It for Us Parents? (October 2008) Halloween’s not for everyone. But this year, one parent is going to make sure it’s a fun one for himself. Move On, Soccer Moms (September 2008) This election year, stay-at-home dads — not soccer moms — will be the most influential voters. Interested in Trains? You Gotta Get to Arcade (August 2008) The Arcade & Attica Railroad surpasses a train lover’s expectations. Chairman of the Anything-But-Bored (July 2008) Why giving up your free time to get involved is totally worth it. Where Have All the Station Wagons Gone? (June 2008) Lamenting the loss of the ultimate family summer vacation vehicle. How to Stop Your Child From Growing Up (May 2008) Five ways to keep your kids — and you — young. The Amherst Cotton Company (April 2008) A toddler proves that anything is possible — even growing cotton in Upstate New York. A Small Case of Mommy Envy (March 2008) A dad admits that nothing trumps the affection kids have for their mom. To All the Parents Who Survived the 2000s (February 2008) A nostalgic e-mail spurs intergenerational comparisons. The Terrible Threes (January 2008) A dad realizes he’s not the only one dealing with a temperamental three-year-old. One Dad’s Christmas Wish List (December 2007) A father shamelessly writes to Santa in a quest for great Christmas presents. Answers from the Toddler Complaint Line (November 2007) The Newbie Dad addresses common toddler complaints in a purely democratic manner - right. Tuesdays with Mr. Winter (October 2007) A tip of the cap to a dearly departed gentleman. A Videotaped Life (September 2007) Why photographs trump video when it comes to family memories. Oh, You’ll Be Polite… Or Else! (August 2007) Parents battle to prove whose child is more polite. Can’t Fool This Guy Twice (July 2007) “New parent” myths are busted once the second child comes around. “Wait Here… I’ll Get Some Poetry” (June 2007) Kids say the most awesome things. Is a Bigger Baby a Better Baby? (May 2007) The Newbie Dad answers the age-old question about baby size. The Garden Saboteur (April 2007) How a little person can create big havoc in the garden.