Today's Fatherhood Pulse
Netflix Unveils Trailer for 'Color Book,' a Father‑Son Road Trip Drama
Netflix has released the official trailer for "Color Book," an indie drama marking director David Fortune’s feature debut. The film follows a widowed father and his son with Down syndrome on a day‑long road trip to a baseball game, exploring grief, resilience and father‑son bonding. It premiered at the 2024 Tribebe Film Festival.
Sturdy Cot Beds for Growing Babies: Safety and Comfort That Lasts
Sturdy cot beds are positioned as essential nursery furniture that combine safety, comfort, and longevity. The article highlights reinforced frames, adjustable mattress heights, and convertible designs that grow with a child from newborn to toddler. It also notes added features such as built‑in storage and smooth finishes that enhance usability for parents. Ultimately, the piece urges families to invest in high‑quality, adaptable beds for peace of mind and cost savings.
When Kids Get Sick, Working Moms Do The Impossible Math
The article highlights how working mothers juggle professional duties while caring for sick children, citing a Genexa survey where 70% of U.S. moms use personal sick days and 58% work from home during illness. It underscores the cultural expectation that...
How Much Is Already Gone?
The article reflects on how quickly childhood fades, urging parents to stay present amid daily obligations. It highlights the emotional cost of missing fleeting moments and introduces the Daily Dad Tempus Fugit Medallion as a tangible reminder to engage. The...
Would You Do This For Them?
The Daily Dad is promoting the Daily Stoic Spring Forward Challenge, a 10‑day, stoic‑inspired program launching on March 20. It targets parents who feel overwhelmed by household clutter and constant caregiving duties. The challenge promises structured exercises to declutter physical spaces,...
Kids' Endless “What If” Tests Adult Patience
5 year old: can you breathe on the moon? me: no, there's no oxygen 5 year old: what if you had an oxygen tank? me: then yes 5 year old: what if the oxygen tank was empty? me: then no 5 year old: what if you...
Boosie Speaks On Trying To Get His Son Off Lean: “He’s Just Like I Used To Be”
Veteran Baton Rouge rapper Boosie Badazz revealed that his son is battling a dependence on promethazine‑codeine syrup, commonly known as lean. Boosie said the addiction mirrors his own past lean use, making the situation deeply personal. He emphasized that quitting...
12 Fun Netflix Series to Watch with Your Teen
The article curates twelve Netflix series that appeal to both parents and teenagers, ranging from teen rom‑coms and action‑packed adventures to documentaries and docuseries. Each title includes a brief description of its themes, age rating, and potential conversation points for...
Child's Illness Cancels Entire Workday After Therapy
I dropped my son off at therapy & was driving home to get my work day started. His therapist called & said they had to end the session 15 minutes in because he has bad diarrhea & then fell asleep....
Teen's Avocado Toast Hack: Removing the Gross Flavor
My 15 y/o daughter insists on making her own avocado toast because it takes the “gross taste” of the avocado out of it. I watched her and she used a fork to mash it up and spread it on the...
The Road Less Triggered: Turning Conflict Into Connection | Dr. Kelly Flanagan
In this episode, host John interviews Dr. Kelly Flanagan, a clinical psychologist and author of "The Road Less Triggered," about turning conflict into connection. They explore how the small percentage of moments when we react defensively can sabotage relationships, and...
Kindergarten Ends Daycare Costs, New Furniture Dreams
As bittersweet as it is for my son to go to kindergarten, I can’t wait to not pay for daycare anymore. Maybe I’ll finally be able to afford a new bed frame and night stands lmao
Vulnerability and Listening Strengthen Father‑Daughter Trust
Sophia Vale Galano gets real about her own relationship with her dad—showing how vulnerability and listening build trust. Don’t miss this meaningful convo: https://t.co/CztUU1cKHZ #GirlDad
I’m Fantasizing About Abandoning My Adult Son. My Wife Doesn’t Get It.
The column addresses three family dilemmas involving adult children who remain dependent on their parents: a 28‑year‑old son with anxiety and erratic employment, a son whose remarriage introduced disruptive step‑children, and a son who has cut off his mother over...
Paperless Bills Fail When Schools Demand Physical Proof
paperless bills are fine and good until your kid's stupid school district only wants things like physical copies of utility bills as proof of address
Tired of Re‑Submitting Same Proof for School Registration
getting my son registered to start middle school in the fall and giving the county all the same proof of address and proof of birth documents we've given them so many times before 🙄
How to Create Breathing Room in Your Family Budget This Year
Families planning spring‑break trips are urged to audit their recurring phone and internet expenses before finalizing travel budgets. The article highlights that many households overlook wireless bills, which can be renegotiated or replaced with Verizon’s flexible myPlan, offering customizable lines,...
Enjoying Playtime, Then Realizing Time Flew Away
It was so fun making hot wheel ramps with my son until my wife tapped me on the shoulder and said he went outside an hour ago.
Paying Kids for A's Highlights Low Academic Expectations
I offer my kids $500 for every A on their report card. It sends the message that education is a priority in our household and it costs me absolutely nothing since my kids aren't that bright.
#140 Tom Junod: All My Father's Secrets
In this episode, host Nick Vershaw talks with acclaimed journalist Tom Junod about his memoir In the Days of My Youth I Was Told What It Means to Be a Man, which delves into the enigmatic life of Junod’s father,...
It's Never Too Late to Repair Father‑Daughter Bonds
“Repair is always possible.” It’s never too late to strengthen your relationship with your daughter. Hear more: https://t.co/CztUU1cKHZ #FatherDaughter
Your Partner Choice Shapes Your Child’s Health
Dr. Jonathan Anomaly said: "[Who you have children with] is going to be as or more effective than anything you do for your child's health.” If you want healthier, happier and brighter children, choose a healthier, happier and brighter partner. The 3...
You’re Probably Wrong
The article urges parents to stop arguing with adult children, emphasizing that most conflicts are unnecessary and damaging. Drawing on the book *Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents* and Stoic philosophy, it encourages self‑reflection, empathy, and repairing relationships rather than...
Family Corvette Ride Turns NYC Streets Into Tradition
First ride of the year in the Corvette. Took both my boys out, cruising NYC from Times Square all the way to the top of Manhattan. We've had this car since they were babies, now they're old enough to really...
Dad's Guide: Helping Teens Overcome Social Media Anxiety
Trying to help your teen daughter deal with anxiety—or social media stress? This episode has the guidance you need. Listen here: https://t.co/CztUU1ccSr #DadLife #Podcast
Insurance That Covers Male Infertility Procedures Improves Opportunities for Family Building
A new study published in *Urology* shows that states mandating insurance coverage for male infertility procedures, alongside female care, experience six times higher IVF utilization and the greatest number of IVF‑born babies per 100,000 women. Male factor infertility accounts for...
Kids Fold only Their Laundry, Leaving Parents' Pile Untouched
Asked our daughters to please fold the large pile of family laundry before our guests arrive tonight and *dramatic pause* you guessed it, they folded their laundry and left mine and my wife’s laundry in the pile.
From 29¢ Burgers to 32¢: Inflation Hits Home
I was explaining to my kids about inflation (no one enjoyed the conversation, not even me) and I told them that I used to buy hamburgers from this one place near my high school for 29 cents. “32 cents after...
Moynihan Institute Research Shows How Black Fathers Are Naturally Closing the Father–Daughter Divide
A new peer‑reviewed study by the Moynihan Institute reveals how Black fathers naturally bridge the father‑daughter divide through intentional racial socialization. Interviews with 28 fathers highlighted two core practices—reaffirming their daughters’ beauty and teaching “bias readiness”—that foster identity, self‑worth, and...
Finding the Sweet Spot: Guide Vs. Freedom
How do you strike a balance between guiding your child and letting them take the reins? https://t.co/2XRVYgsUjz
Excellent Primers on the Child Support Program
The National Fatherhood Initiative (NFI) is expanding practitioner capacity to help non‑custodial fathers navigate the complex child‑support system. It promotes the widely‑used “11 Things to Know and Learn About Child Support” brochure, booster sessions for the 24:7 Dad program, and a...
Listening Beats Fixing: The Power of Being Present
Active listening > fixing. Sometimes being there and hearing your daughter out is more powerful than offering solutions. Find out why in this week’s episode: https://t.co/CztUU1cKHZ #ParentingTips #Dads
The Only Magic in This Atlanta Hawks–Magic City Collaboration Is the Disappearance of Morality
The Atlanta Hawks announced a promotional partnership with Magic City, a well‑known Atlanta strip club, sparking controversy among parents and community leaders. Critics argue the deal conflicts with the Hawks' family‑friendly branding and normalizes the objectification of women. The op‑ed...
Are You Modeling This for Them?
The Daily Stoic is launching a 10‑day Spring Forward Challenge aimed at parents who want to model growth for their children. Each morning participants receive a concise, stoic‑inspired exercise to clear physical and mental clutter, build better systems, and eliminate...
Parents Embrace “Daily Dad” As Morning Ritual
Just like so many people read The Daily Stoic each morning, thousands of parents around the world now start their day with The Daily Dad. If you want to check out the new leather edition, you can find it at dailydad.com/leather.
Kids Mimic Profanity After One Exposure, Not Politeness
You can say "please" and "thank you" a million times and your toddler will never repeat it, but if you say "ass-faced mother fucker" ONCE...
Honor Mothers, Especially in Front of the Kids
The article urges fathers to honor mothers publicly while handling disagreements privately, emphasizing that children learn respect through observed behavior. It provides concrete language fathers can use to protect children’s perception of mothers during co‑parenting tensions. The piece highlights the...
Building Stronger Bonds: Dads, Daughters, and Calming Teenage Anxiety
On the latest “Dad and Daughter Connection” podcast, host Dr. Christopher Lewis interviews teen mental‑health specialist Sophia Vale Galano about strengthening father‑daughter relationships during adolescence. Galano emphasizes that active listening and validation, rather than fixing, are key to easing teenage anxiety...
They Haven’t Learned This Yet (and That’s Wonderful)
The Daily Dad article reminds readers that children still possess an unfiltered sense of wonder and self‑expression, untouched by the conformity adults have learned through experience. It argues that while grown‑ups hide feelings and conform to social cues, kids sing...
Sudden Betrayal Thrust Me Into Single Fatherhood
When I woke up today I never imagined that I’d soon be a single dad, that I’d be raising 2 young kids all alone, but that was before my wife made plans to go walk with a friend, before she...
Dad's Open Emotions Teach Kids Resilience and Authenticity
For fathers, showing emotions in a healthy way can also teach your kids that it's okay to feel and process emotions rather than bottling them up. It sets an example of resilience, self-control, and authenticity. #dad #4fitfatherhood #fatherhood #fatherfigure #fatherforward fatherhoodjourney...
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9 Surprising Toddler Behaviors Every Parent Should Understand
Parenting toddlers involves navigating a range of quirky behaviors that are often part of normal development. Pediatrician Dr. Candace Jones explains that picky eating, regression, self‑touch, head banging, and rocking are typically harmless explorations, though persistent or extreme cases warrant...
From Juvenile Offender to Proud Father and Entrepreneur
I saw one of the young men from the youth program that I used to run for juvenile offenders. She showed me his beautiful sons, showed me his business, remembered our motto and told me that he loved me. I...
Validate, Choose Empathy: Transform Your Relationship with Daughter
Validation is a skill. Empathy is a choice. Both can transform your relationship with your daughter. Listen here: https://t.co/kUvf1mzfw2 #DadsOfTwitter #RaisingStrongWomen
Bedwetting & ADHD: What Parents Should Know About The Connection
Recent research highlights a strong link between ADHD and persistent bedwetting, with roughly 16% of children with ADHD experiencing nighttime enuresis beyond age six, compared to 4‑9% of the general pediatric population. The American Academy of Pediatrics notes that ADHD‑related...
Simple, Profound Response to a Child's Meltdown
Ok, the Dad in this story is my husband. But, I was walking behind him and we were on this walk together. The way he handled this meltdown was so simple, yet profound. I hope this helps you the next...
Stay Strong: Bad Days Don't Define Parenting
You can't let a bad day or bad person prevent you from being a good parent.
America’s Wake-Up Call: What 172 Fathers Just Told Us About Solving the Family Stability Crisis
Fathers Incorporated’s Gentle Warriors Academy surveyed 172 fathers and uncovered three primary barriers—unstable employment, housing insecurity, and unreliable transportation—that prevent consistent program participation. The study also highlighted legal obstacles such as legitimation, child-support navigation, and custody complexities that further marginalize...
Be Present and Cherish Every Moment with Your Kids
Important reminder to remain present and enjoy every moment you have with your kids. ( cc @thecinematicdad )
Supermom Juggles School, Work, Gym, and Gaming
Since 5AM : - Got two kids ready for school - Packed book bags and filled water bottles - Managed a potential family crisis (it’s fine) - Made a grocery store run - Set up for my pod - Filmed said pod for 2.5...
Allowance Vs. Commission: Two Dads Debate the Best Way to Teach Kids Money
In this episode of Front Row Dads, hosts Eric Farewell and founding member Dave Powders debate the merits of allowance versus commission-based money teaching for kids. Dave outlines his hybrid system: a regular allowance split into purpose‑specific jars (save‑to‑spend, wealth,...