Lance Bass Says There's One Hour Every Day He Looks Forward to Most as a Parent
Lance Bass, the former *NSYNC singer, says the hour before his 4‑year‑old twins’ bedtime is his favorite part of the day. He and husband Michael Turchin use the time for games, reading multiple books, and a brief gratitude journal. The nightly routine, which includes teeth‑brushing and pajamas, is designed to wind the children down and reinforce positive habits. Bass highlighted that the twins now read four to five books each night and record three things they’re grateful for before sleep.
Black Fathers as Freedom Builders: Juneteenth, Protection, and the Power of Presence
Juneteenth underscores that freedom must be claimed and protected every day, and Black fathers are at the heart of that effort. The article argues that Black fathers build freedom by safeguarding identity, providing emotional safety, creating opportunities, and healing generational...
We Declare June National Fatherhood Month
Fathers Incorporated announced June 2026 as National Fatherhood Month, urging a year‑long focus on celebrating, advocating for, and supporting fathers. The proclamation highlights systemic barriers—legal, financial, and social—that limit father engagement and calls on schools, courts, employers, and community groups...
The Little Things That Make Fatherhood Meaningful Every Day
The article frames everyday fatherhood as a series of quiet, repeatable actions—packing lunches, planning meals, and handling weekend errands—that create stability for families. It highlights how a weekly trip to Sam’s Club, with its bulk pricing and streamlined checkout, helps...
New York Is Building More Than a Fatherhood Committee
The New York State Office of Children and Family Services convened a Fatherhood Steering Committee, marking a shift from treating fathers as peripheral to making fatherhood a core component of child‑well‑being policy. The initiative seeks to embed father engagement across...
Let Them Be Bored
Parents increasingly fill children’s schedules with structured activities, leaving little room for unstructured play. Research shows that regular periods of boredom boost creativity, problem‑solving, and emotional regulation, while constant stimulation can heighten anxiety and future addiction risk. Allowing kids to...
This Is How You Get Better
The Daily Dad has launched Daily Dad Society, an online community designed to help fathers improve their parenting skills daily. The platform offers peer‑to‑peer support, reflective discussions, and practical advice for dads at every stage of child‑rearing. It promotes personal...
How to Raise a Kid Who Gives a Damn (without Telling Them What to Think)
Leah Greenberg, co‑founder of Indivisible and mother of two, explains how parents can raise civically engaged children by focusing on fairness, agency, and values rather than prescribing political opinions. She illustrates the approach with a personal story of her son...
Find The Things Where They’re Happy To Be With You
The Daily Dad article advises parents to seek out activities their teenagers love, using those interests as a bridge for quality time. It cites comedian Paul Scheer’s documentary where a mother enjoys a rare bonding moment with her 16‑year‑old at...
Responsible Fatherhood Isn’t Sustainable When Funded Like a Side Project
Kenneth Braswell argues that responsible fatherhood programs are funded like side projects, relying on short‑term grants that undermine stability. He proposes a braided funding model that embeds father engagement across federal, state, and local systems—including health, child‑support, TANF, and workforce...
Is This Really How You Want Tonight To Go?
The Daily Dad article urges parents to forgo petty arguments during transitional moments—travel, trips, or family visits—and focus on connection instead. It warns that short‑term rigidity often leads to lasting regret once the moment passes. The piece promotes a five‑minute...
Benjamin Watson: 5 Messages Kids Need to Hear When They Face Challenges
Former NFL tight end Benjamin Watson uses his own injury saga—torn Achilles, ACL, concussions and a mental‑health break—to outline five messages parents should give kids facing adversity. He stresses that children need to feel supported, see challenges as separate from...
Hunter Renfrow: 4 Things I Realized After Having Kids
NFL wide receiver Hunter Renfrow reflects on how becoming a father reshaped his outlook. He describes a shift from a 20‑year playing mindset to prioritizing family, health, and daily presence. Renfrow also reveals his recent ulcerative colitis diagnosis, which forces...
Recess Isn’t a Reward. It’s a Requirement. Here’s What the New AAP Recess Guidelines Mean for Your Kid.
The American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines that define recess as a health necessity, recommending at least 20 minutes of daily unstructured play for all elementary students. Research cited by pediatric experts links recess to lower stress, improved mood,...
You Never Know Where They’ll Find Their Thing
The Daily Dad article emphasizes that parents cannot predict the exact moment or place where their children will discover their lifelong passion, or "their thing." Citing Robert Greene’s concept of a "life’s task," it argues that discovery often occurs through...