Question 1

any risks from old dad?

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Genetic risks: Most genetic risks are due to   matermal age, not paternal age.

Question 2

my dad's bp is 162 77 should he worry?

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Yes: That blood pressure is definitely elevated.  Without treatment, he will be at an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, renal failure, and heart failure.  Encourage him to see a doctor.

Question 3

how can my boyfriend cheer up his dad?

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Communicate: The best way a child can cheer up a parent is to communicate meaningfully.

Question 4

is my appetite inherited? my dad is big.

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Not relevant: We all have appetites when in certain situations.  The tendenvy to obesity will be nased on genetic, epigenetic, and environmental factors and may cluster in a family.

Question 5

how can i casually ask my dad to buy me pads?

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Just like that.: "dad, will you please buy me some sanitary pads?" then provide him specifics - brand, size, applicator type ect.

Question 6

how do i express my emotions to my tyrant dad?

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Humor a madman: Many people will give you advice, but there are people who are not reasonable. Sadly, parents can have agendas for their children that are not helpful or realistic. They probably won't change. If you can, pretend you love him until you can emancipate or no longer be dependent on him. Please forgive my cynicism -- you may find it's what works best.

Question 7

need help finding out who's the dad of my baby ?

Accepted Answer

The only way: to be accurate is for any prospective fathers to submit to DNA test to see who is the child's father actually is.

Question 8

how old is too old for a baby if a 2nd time dad?

Accepted Answer

Not the issue: Dad's can produce babies forever - the age of the mom is important for safety of the mom and health of the baby.  You need to decide how old is too old - you want to make sure that you are able to enjoy your child and their milestones.

Question 9

why would it be that my dad is such a smoke addict?

Accepted Answer

Smoking: Tobacco is addictive.  There are medications and other treatments for addiction.  Encourage him to quit and be supportive.

Question 10

is it normal up have 2 different colored kids, same dad?

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Possibly: If the mother and father are of different races, the children can differ in skin color.

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