
The newsletter marks five years since its founder first disclosed his experience with paternal postpartum depression (PPPD) and has since expanded into a book, a therapy fund, and an online assessment tool. Recent research suggests PPPD affects up to 25% of new fathers, yet screening remains rare compared with maternal postpartum depression. Leveraging input from three therapists, the author launched a peer‑reviewed PPPD assessment to help dads identify symptoms early. All paid subscriptions this month are directed to the Therapy Fund, which subsidizes counseling for fathers worldwide.
Many fathers worry they are too strict, fearing discipline may damage their children's confidence. The article distinguishes authoritative parenting—firm yet supportive—from authoritarian approaches that rely on fear. It highlights practical strategies such as keeping rules simple, using calm, logical consequences,...