The Transformative Power of Fatherhood: Exploring “The Difference a Dad Makes”
January 29, 2025
The debut episode of The Difference a Dad Makes podcast brings together co-hosts Dr. Jennifer L. Baker and J. Fotsch
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It was lunchtime, and the dads came hungry. As break began on a Friday in late September, welders and grinders at Watson Metal Masters filed into the conference room, guided by their noses by the mouthwatering scent of Missouri favorites: fried chicken, green beans and corn, mashed potatoes, dinner rolls, cookies. It was the last […]
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The Growing Good Dads Blog features some curated content from online resources. This post originally appeared on the Growing Leaders website and was not written by Good Dads staff. Most teenagers today are aware of the negative impact of smartphones. By this point, they all seem to know it deepens anxiety, heightens negative emotions, and increases FOMO. […]
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Will looked at his bank statement and wondered again what he and Elise were thinking when they decided to have children. It’s not that he didn’t love their three kids, but raising them wasn’t cheap or easy. Sean (15), regularly complained about the injustice of being required to do chores, even though Will and Elise […]
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Mental health is as vital as physical health, yet there remains a significant barrier preventing many from seeking help: stigma. For youth, this stigma can lead to untreated mental health conditions hindering their growth, education and overall well-being. The Local Challenge: Youth Mental Health in Springfield Our city isn’t immune to these challenges. Recent data […]
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Good Dads sat down with two teens who shared their experiences on what it's like being behind the wheel with their dad as the instructor....
This week we’re reaching back into the Good Dads archives to bring you a blogpost from Deron Smith, a professor, pastor and father. While Deron originally wrote this back in 2015, we think the topics he covers are just as topical today! I was sitting at my computer working away on some project, when one […]
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Arm yourself with knowledge and empathy to be better prepared to support your daughter during her first period...
The time of the year that every parent loves has arrived! It’s back to school time! Dads (and moms) are happy to get the kiddos out of the house (and their hair) for the day. Clothes, school supplies, and other necessities have been obtained. Mission accomplished – right? Well, maybe not so fast. While the […]
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One of my favorite quotes is: “Show me your friends, and I’ll show you your future.” What a true statement! Being in education for 20+ years, I’ve certainly seen this phrase played out. For years I’ve watched in amazement when a new student comes to the school—and how quickly they gravitate to like-minded people. Birds […]
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Logan, now a high school athlete, first experienced the transformative power of sports at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Springfield. He vividly recalls stepping onto the basketball court at six or seven years old. What began as a simple game with friends has evolved into a life-changing experience, shaping him into the person he […]
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A Missouri father of three shares his joys and challenges of raising two teenage boys during his recovery journey....
Good Dads hosted its first-ever Chapter Orientation event on Wednesday, July 17, and it was a real hit! With our increased focus on expansion, aimed at reaching more dads throughout Missouri than was previously possible, we know that building relationships and empowering a community to take ownership of a Good Dads initiative is critical. We […]
...Three Lessons on Money
A Broke Nation Americans are up to their eyeballs in debt. USA government debt tops $18 trillion (that’s with a
What a Girl Gets from Her Dad
Statistically, it’s more likely for a dad with daughters to divorce than a dad with sons. I’m not certain why,
Climbing Mountains
I keep a stone from the summit of a mountain on my desk. On it is written, “You can’t get
Letting Go of the Wheel
“OK, honey, you’re going to run into the stairs . . . Stop!” “Go ahead; straighten yourself out and let’s
Three Lessons to Winning with Money for Kids
My wife and I teach our kids to do three things with money. We created three money containers for both
Why is a Woman the Founder of Good Dads?
It happened again this week. Someone called and requested the opportunity to come by and talk about why I was
FATHER AND SON
Kevin Weaver (Dad): Recently, my middle son, now a married father of two, as well as an Army infantry officer
Keeping the Lines of Communication Open with your Daughter
I am a proud father of two boys, who are 8 and 14, along with a 16 year old daughter.
Life Lessons from My Father
Growing up with a Dad as a pastor, our lives were always under a microscope, being construed and misconstrued. There
She’s Leaving Home, Bye-Bye!
Children are born, and from that moment on they begin the process of separation from their parents. The first big
Surviving the Thriving when Kids are Driving
On the highway of life, there are so many wonderful adventures with our kids. That is, on the metaphorical highway
Do you Have FOMO?
FOMO – that’s what some people use for “Fear of Missing Out,” that is, being so concerned about missing something
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