On the lighter side, consider a recent post from GeekDad about a new iPhone application.   You can create a kid and nurture him or her – and it is all virtual.  Just shut down the app when the whining  get out of control.  Just think – no work-life balance conflicts.  You can care for the kid when your Outlook schedule allows for it.  I’m not ready to trade in my 3-D kids yet, but you gotta admit, the iKid has its advantages.