Dads Can Raise Kind, Generous Children When They Lead by Example
January 17, 2025
Most dads hope to raise kind, generous children who care for others. Most parents want to see their children playing
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Gardening is a great way to get your kids outdoors, having fun while learning invaluable life lessons. It’s educational, promotes physical and mental health, it’s a wonderful bonding opportunity, it connects them with nature, and it teaches them important skills like patience, perseverance and dedication. I’ll dive into more detail about each of these benefits....
“This parenting class is not working,” exclaimed the frustrated father of three standing in front of me. “What do you mean?” I asked. “Well,” he said, “last week my three-year-old tried to flush a jump rope down the toilet and I had to spend four hours taking the whole thing apart and putting it back […]
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When we think of toddlers, a few “T” words come to mind: Tantrums, Terrible Twos and Time-Outs. It’s no secret that these developmental years can come with challenging changes that tend to bring about the blues in parents and children alike. But there is a “reason for the season” – emotional and social development. […]
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According to Dr. Barry McCarthy, author of numerous books and articles on sexuality and marriage, when a couple’s sexual relationship is going well, it’s about 15% of the marriage. They have fun together; they solve problems effectively; and they talk like friends. On the other hand, when sex is not going well, the focus on […]
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Do you already know your kid will refuse anything other than dinosaur shaped chicken nuggets for dinner tonight? Is your kid convinced he hates food that he has never tried before? Does he no longer like the food he liked two days ago? Fathers of picky eaters understand the struggle here. There is some hope, […]
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The "terrible twos" is marked marked by increased tantrums, crankiness, assertiveness and defiance. This week we curated real stories from dads who have gone through the Terrible Twos. These dads can look back on these tales and laugh now, even if it was far from funny at the time!...
Michael Gray, an Ozarks native and Good Dad, missed out on a big chunk of his kids’ childhoods. The father of three (plus one stepson) was incarcerated for most of his 20s and wasn’t around for crucial childhood years for his two oldest—who were a year and half and 8 months old, respectively, when Michael […]
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The importance of a father figure in a child’s life simply cannot be overstated. According to the National Fatherhood Initiative (another great place to visit about the importance of fatherhood), homes with a father’s presence are at lower risk for a variety of poor outcomes) such as: In this article, we’re going to focus specifically […]
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Babies change and develop at a rapid rate during their first year of life. From blank stares to feeble steps, the first year is packed with experiences to be cherished and opportunities for positive attachment. Many employers are getting on board with providing paternity leave for new fathers, too. This development has been propelled by […]
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Learning how to get along with your partner is so important—not just for each of you, but also for your children. This week on the Growing Good Dads blog, we’ll detail some strategies for getting along with your partner, specifically during your child’s infancy. However, these tips are applicable for all kinds of couple relationships, […]
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Recently on the Good Dads podcast, we welcomed Tim Lewis to the studio. Tim is a new dad to four-month-old Ophelia, a happy baby who gave Tim and his wife, Chelsea, a big scare late last year when she contracted Respiratory Syncytial Virus. This week on the Growing Good Dads blog, we’re recapping our conversation […]
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Congratulations, Dad! You and your partner have made it past pregnancy and now have a new bundle of joy in the family. But the parenting journey has just begun. In the first days of life, some dads find it challenging to connect with their babies. And let’s be honest: Newborns don’t do much! They sleep, […]
...Why Rough-Housing with Dad is Important to Children
There’s so much good information in The Boy Crisis by Warren Farrell PhD and John Gray, PhD that we could
Showing Love Begins at Home
What does it mean to “show love?” Hugs, kisses, kind words, not pestering someone incessantly with questions, or telling someone,
Thankfulness: Caught More Than Taught
I love being a dad! I love the relationship, the love, the hugs, and even the challenge. As the dad
The Value of Steady Service
A wise man once told me, “…what you practice in moderation, your children will excuse in excess.” That’s a profound
What My Dad Taught Me
I loved my dad. He was so interesting and mysterious. He had adventure in his heart and did things I
Why I Learned From My Dad
Kevin: Over the course of many years of parental investment, I have tried to calculate whether or not my fatherhood
Helping your Child Make Friends
As a parent, for the most part, we have the ability to help and protect our children as they grow.
Influencing Unlikely Friendships
As parents our focus is often on ensuring our children have the right kind of friends. We arrange “play dates.”
Leading the Way by Giving Back
Christmas has always been my favorite holiday. As a kid, my Mom worked very hard, and though we didn’t have
Say You’re Sorry: Teaching Forgiveness
“Say you’re sorry.” Many parents instruct children to express regret for thoughtless actions to another using these words. Head down,
What a Good Dad Looks Like
Good dads are not always tall, handsome, charming, or engaging. Some are short, average looking, quiet and shy. But a
Keeping the Spark Alive: 3 Little Things You Can Do Starting Today
You’re on the website and reading this article because you want to be a good dad. Congratulations for making this
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