Raising Humans, Not Checklists: Five Keys to a Flourishing Childhood
What if the biggest challenges facing kids today aren’t about behavior or performance – but about how disconnected we’ve become from ourselves? Drawing on decades of work with thousands of families, globally recognized thought leader, speech pathologis …
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How Dads Can Be More Present for the Holidays
Looking back on past holidays, I’ve often felt like a spectator, swept away by the chaos of gift shopping and meal preparation for get-togethers. However, I’ve seen the light and this year, things will change. Dads with young families need to fully emb …
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What’s a Dad Do To Change the Movie Playing In His Head? – Alex Trippier
Sometimes our memories of fatherhood don’t match up with our reality as dads. And then we face a choice: try to become what we think our fathers were or reimagine the role. “The pictures I had in my head of fatherhood were of me driving around in the car with my son in the back,” […]
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Talking to Your Kids About Bullying – Part 2
Discovering your kid is bullying others is a tough pill to swallow. However, it’s essential for parents to address these issues directly to positively impact their child’s character and future relationships. Here’s how to recognize the signs and steer …
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How To Get Out of Denial as a Dad – Michael Pereira
Most things get worse when you’re in denial. For some Dads, getting out of that state requires pushing back against cultural norms, and that can be tough. Michael Pereira, our Lead Dad of the Week from Miami, wants to make it easier for dads like he was to skip – or at least speed through […]
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Talking to Your Kids About Bullying – Part 1
Bullying can significantly impact your child’s development and academic performance. Parents have a responsibility to monitor their well-being and help them navigate these challenges. Now more than ever, it’s essential to identify signs of bullying and potential mental health impacts, encouraging open conversations. Recognizing the Signs of Bullying It’s hard to know exactly what’s happening […]
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Why You Should Take Your Kids to Work Any Day
Here’s an accidental Thanksgiving Day Parade story that came about from a daughter wanting to come to work with her father. The day before my middle daughter became a teenager, she rode in with me to film a Today Show segment. I’m not sure who was more excited: me for having The Company of Dads […]
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How A High-Intensity Job Set a Lead Dad Up For Success – Andrew Pettit
Being a high-achiever with a perfectionist streak might not seem like the best training for the unpredictability of being a Lead Dad, but for Andrew Pettit, our Lead Dad of the Week from Darien, Conn., that background is serving him well. An Ivy League athlete, he’s had a career – from NBC and Viacom to […]
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Better Sleep & Happy Children – The Secret To Both
What if raising happier kids and getting better sleep were simpler than you think? Dr. Harvey Karp – world-renowned pediatrician and creator of the SNOO Smart Sleeper – shares the science behind calmer homes and well-rested parents. With decades of exp …
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Why Lead Dads Are Team Players, Not Solo Operators
Being a Lead Dad doesn’t mean going it alone with all things family, be they at work or home. It means being a team player. It’s an answer I have to give often when guys are hesitant to step forward as Lead Dads. These are guys who are helping out at home, but they’re hesitant […]
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The Issues with Advertising to Children (and What Parents Can Do)
In today’s age, many digital things make life easier. Sometimes, though, they make life more complicated. Take advertising aimed at our kids. I’ve often noticed digital apps slipping ads into games or using avatars resembling celebrities to promote brands. You and I might ignore these, but can we say the same for our kids? The […]
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What A Dad Won After Losing A Much-Anticipated Golf Tournament
All week, I’ve been thinking about a defeat last weekend. It’s buoyed my spirits, particularly around working dads and male friendships. Here’s the background: I look forward to playing golf with my cousin in a two-day member-guest tournament every fall. Each September, I think this is going to be the year we win our flight […]
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