Empowering Dads, Enriching Families

Lead Dads: Breaking the Stigma & Embracing Fatherhood

A “Dad Guide” for Dads Who Put Family First

Choosing to be a hands-on father shouldn’t lead to judgment, isolation, or shame, but for many dads, that’s still the reality. Whether you’re a stay-at-home dad or a working Lead Dad who prioritizes family, this guide is for you.

In Lead Dads: Breaking the Stigma and Embracing Fatherhood, we take a clear-eyed look at the modern challenges fathers face – from workplace inequity and outdated gender expectations to the lack of support networks. 

Just as importantly, we highlight the powerful rewards: deeper connections with your children, modeling true partnership at home, and finding lasting fulfillment in your role.

Inside, you’ll find:

  • Candid insights into the social and professional barriers dads encounter
  • Practical strategies for navigating work, home, and community spaces
  • Research-backed findings from leading institutions
  • A self-reflection worksheet to help you plan your next steps

This guidebook isn’t just a resource – it’s a step toward redefining what fatherhood can look like. The narrative is changing. Be part of it.

What is a Lead Dad?

Lead Dads are men who are the go-to parents, whether they work full time, part time, or devote all their time to their families. They support their spouse’s careers, change diapers, plan pediatrician appointments, and generally get stuff done. They may feel isolated but there are over 25 million of them in America today. That’s a third of all fathers.

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About the Company of Dads

The Company of Dads is a community and an advocate for the Dad who is the lead parent in his family. We call him a Lead Dad. It can be a lonely role at home and an undercover one at work. We offer resources, support, and community, so Lead Dads feel connected to other men doing the same thing. We go to bat for Lead Dads in the community and within companies. Small changes in perception or policy can have a big impact, and taken together they can help families fulfill their full potential.

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