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
The holidays move fast. For dads with young families, being present – emotionally and practically – is what turns chaos into lasting memories.
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What’s a Dad Do To Change the Movie Playing In His Head? – Alex Trippier
When fatherhood doesn’t look like the picture in your head, one Lead Dad learns how partnership – not comparison – creates a better family life.
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Talking to Your Kids About Bullying – Part 2
Finding out your child is bullying others is painful – but it’s also a chance to teach empathy, accountability, and healthier ways to connect.
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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 deeply impact a child’s development. Dads can make a difference by recognizing the signs, offering support, and using expert resources when needed.
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Why You Should Take Your Kids to Work Any Day
On the eve of her birthday, my daughter came to work with me at the Today Show. From exploring the studio to spotting Al Roker’s jacket, it became a Thanksgiving memory we’ll never forget.
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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)
Bright, persuasive digital ads are shaping kids’ choices before they understand what marketing is. Parents can – and should – step in.
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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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