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Discussing Career Paths and College Choices

Conversations about careers and college don’t have to feel stressful or heavy. With the right approach, parents can guide their kids toward confident, informed decisions—without imposing expectations.

What You Can Learn From A Challenging Childhood

Verne Marble is one of four and the father of four. His childhood was a bit haphazard. But he’s a committed father who was clear-eyed…

Glen Hicks

What would you do differently if you survived a massive heart attack in the prime of your life, with your career taking off and a growing…

What is it like for a Lead Dad on the playground?

Paul Sullivan covers this common question, and engaging with other parents while your kids are playing.

Getting Your Kid to Eat Healthy

Feeding a picky toddler can feel like a full-time job – but it doesn’t have to be a daily battle. With the right approach, dads can help their kids build healthy eating habits without pressure or stress.

Season 1, Episode 10: Navigating Caregiving and Careers: Insights from Working Moms

In this candid conversation, working moms Casandra Williams and Aurore Joshi open up about the challenges and joys of navigating careers…

Sean Minard

When Sean Minard was laid off during bereavement leave, after his twin daughters died, he knew he would never put anything above being a…

Why Vacationing at Work & Working on Vacation Works

How to vacation while working and work on a vacation – I’ve been thinking about this for the past month since interviewing a fascinating…

Question: Has lead parenting challenged the hardwiring in your brain about what is manly?

Skip Cherryholmes explains how parenting will change your perspective of “manly” or “macho” thinking, and what is honorable to his family…

Are the Boy/Girl Scouts A Good Fit for Your Kids?

Choosing between Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts is a decision many dads face as their kids reach scouting age. Understanding the benefits, time commitment, and fit can help you make a choice that supports your child’s growth and interests.

How To Manage The Intersection Between Love & Money

Should love and money be linked together? If you want to be happy in life, Abby Davisson argues 100 percent. She wrote about it with one…

Dr. Ramon Jacobs-Shaw

If there is one thing Dr. Ramon Jacobs-Shaw, a father of twins in Wilton, CT, would tell his younger self, it’s keep dreaming and keep…

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