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How To Turn Dadding Into a Team Sport
At 18, Ryan Carters was a professional cricket player in Australia. He was a father in his early 20s. In his late 20s, after graduating…
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When Do You Become a Lead Dad?
Ten years ago today, I became a Lead Dad. It wasn’t a role I anticipated taking on, but it came at a moment of urgency for my family. On…
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Tips For When Our Kids Lie to Us
Lying may be developmentally normal, but it’s still our job to make sure it doesn’t become a pattern. Here’s how to respond in ways that build trust, encourage honesty, and teach lasting accountability.
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A Navy Seal’s Way To Reclaim His Role As Dad
Jimmy May is highly regarded in the world of Navy Seals, one of the most elite fighting groups in the world. For 22 years, he was often…
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What Your Child Asks, What Work Questions Will You Answer?
Our children are watching us work and they’re asking questions. What do we tell them about the work we do? How honest can we be? At what…
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Skip Cherryholmes: Month 5 Of Lead Dad Life
We actually took a week and went to Myrtle Beach, S.C. and went to Ocean Lakes Camping. It’s really, really nice. This is something that…
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How To Become the Go-To Parent
As more fathers step into the Lead Dad role, schools and parent groups haven’t fully caught up. Here’s how to advocate, show up, and push back against the outdated “default mom” mindset.
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How To Bust 13 Myths At Work That Hold Us Back
Mita Mallick is challenging the lazy statements company leaders have made about diversity policies and laying out a plan to make…
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Nick Bowman
Nick Bowman, a former private banker in Palm Beach, Florida, is our Lead Dad of the Week. Nick, who has three children – 2, 4, and 6…
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What Not To Say When A Man Takes Paternity Leave
September 9 is the number one birth date in the United States, with September being the month where more people are born than any other…
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6 Birthday Traditions to Start With Your Kids
Birthdays don’t have to be Pinterest-perfect to be unforgettable. These simple, creative traditions – from balloon surprises to annual birthday interviews – celebrate your child exactly as they are right now.
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How A Dad Used His Divorce To Help Kids
After going through his second divorce, Terry Smith got full custody of his daughter. Watching her come to terms with what happened…
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