Fathering Together

Excited to share the latest episode of the Fathering Together Dads with Daughters podcast, featuring an inspiring conversation with Brian Piper and his remarkable daughter, Libby Piper. This episode dives deep into the challenges and joys of fatherhood, especially focusing on the unique dynamics between fathers and daughters. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Empathy Over Solutions: Libby Piper emphasized the need for fathers to listen empathetically before jumping into problem-solving. This practice fosters better communication and understanding in the father-daughter relationship. Encouragement and Support: Brian Piper shared his journey of supporting Libby through various activities and her struggles with anxiety. This father-daughter duo demonstrated the value of consistent encouragement and the power of breaking challenges into manageable steps. Tech Talks: The episode also tackled the complex role of AI and social media in today's parenting. Open discussions about technology's ethical and moral implications can help children navigate these powerful tools responsibly. Tune in to hear more about their unique experiences and gain valuable insights on becoming the best dad you can be. 🎧✨ Check out the full episode and join the conversation at fatheringtogether.org and the Dads with Daughters Facebook community for more resources and support. 🌟 https://lnkd.in/gDnE-iCN #Fatherhood #Parenting #DadsWithDaughters #Empathy #Support #AI #SocialMedia #ParentingTips #PodcastEpisode

Our latest episode of the Dads with Daughters podcast, featuring the incredible Brent Dowlen, is now LIVE! 🎉 Brent shares his journey from the influence of his supportive father to becoming an inspiring dad himself. His insights are invaluable for every father aiming to raise strong, independent daughters. 🌟 Listen now to gain wisdom on balancing career and fatherhood, nurturing unique bonds with your children, and finding your own purpose. Don't miss out! 🔑 Key Takeaways: Prioritize Presence Over Productivity: Brent emphasizes that children will remember being prioritized over the number of hours their parents worked. Be there for your kids. Discover and Align With Your Purpose: Finding and aligning with your personal purpose provides clarity in decision-making and makes you a stronger parent and individual. Embrace Humility for Growth: Brent stresses the importance of humility in personal development. Acknowledging your need for growth fosters strength and can lead to better parenting. Tune in and join us on this incredible journey of fatherhood! 💪👨👧 LISTEN HERE: https://lnkd.in/gjp2QmDf #Fatherhood #Parenting #DadsWithDaughters #Podcast #PersonalGrowth #PurposeDrivenLife #Humility #BrentDowlen #TheFallibleMan

Excited to share the latest episode of Dads with Daughters featuring Travis Hawkley, a devoted father of three, who shares deep insights into fatherhood and parenting strategies tailored to each child's unique needs. 🌟 In this episode, Travis emphasizes the beauty of understanding and supporting our daughters to help them thrive in their own unique ways. 🔑 Key Takeaways: Understand and Accommodate Unique Needs: Travis shares his experience with his daughter’s anxiety about dance recitals and how finding a non-performing dance class helped her continue pursuing her passion comfortably. Fostering a Growth Mindset: The importance of avoiding limiting beliefs is highlighted, ensuring children can overcome obstacles and reach their full potential. Travis’s personal journey to deconstruct limiting beliefs offers valuable lessons for both parents and children. Support and Flexibility: Encouragement to be curious, engaged, and flexible, allowing children to explore various interests. Travis’s oldest daughter, for instance, contemplates combining her interest in theater with becoming an electrician, showcasing the importance of supporting non-traditional paths. Stay tuned for more insights and stories from fathers who are making a remarkable difference in their children's lives. LISTEN HERE: https://lnkd.in/gx4-wAde #DadsWithDaughters #Fatherhood #Parenting #GrowthMindset #SupportForKids #Podcast

🎙️ Just wrapped up an incredibly insightful episode on the Dads with Daughters podcast with Thomas Batchelor. As an operations and maintenance electrician for Shell Energy Australia and a devoted father of two, Thomas shared his journey of navigating the challenges of fatherhood, gender roles, and self-care. Here are some key takeaways: 🏠 Balancing Roles: Thomas opens up about the year he took off from work to support his wife's career and manage the household. This experience was a game-changer in understanding the true mental load that comes with parenting and the importance of shared responsibilities. 💬 The Power of Vulnerability: One of the standout lessons from Thomas's journey is the importance of being vulnerable and asking for help. Joining support groups and engaging in open conversations with like-minded individuals played a crucial role in his personal growth and fatherhood journey. 🎯 Prioritizing Self-Care: Thomas emphasizes the need for self-care to be a present, engaged, and effective parent. From regular exercise and a good diet to scheduling important tasks and maintaining open communication with loved ones, self-care is key to achieving a balanced life. Tune in to this episode to learn more about Thomas's inspiring journey and gain valuable insights on being the best dad you can be. 🎧💪 LISTEN HERE: https://lnkd.in/gxAVQDDy #Fatherhood #Parenting #WorkLifeBalance #MentalHealth #DadsWithDaughters #Podcast #SelfCare #GenderRoles #Vulnerability

I’m thrilled to share that I had the incredible opportunity to speak with Evan Porter, the founder of the popular parenting blog "Dad Fixes Everything" and author of the new book "Dad Camp" on the latest episode of the Dads with Daughters podcast. 🎉 It was an enlightening conversation about the trials, triumphs, and transformative journey of fatherhood, particularly focusing on raising strong, independent daughters. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/g7GZZFJZ 🔑 Key Takeaways from our Conversation: Balancing Identity and Parenthood: Evan touched on the challenge of maintaining one's identity outside of being a parent. It's crucial to keep up with personal hobbies and connections, even when parenting becomes all-consuming. Facing Fears and Building Bonds: We discussed the unique fears that come with raising daughters in today's world and how different personalities of children require unique approaches to nurture strong bonds. Creating Community and Sharing Stories: Evan’s transition from blogging to writing his novel “Dad Camp” underscores the importance of sharing our journeys and finding common ground with other parents. His book not only offers insights but serves to validate the experiences of fathers everywhere. I highly encourage everyone to tune in to this episode. Whether you’re a father, mother, or simply interested in parenting dynamics, there’s something here for everyone. Thank you, Evan Porter, for sharing your story and wisdom. Let’s continue to uplift and support one another on this incredible journey of parenthood! #Fatherhood #DadsWithDaughters #Parenting #FatheringTogether #DadFixesEverything #DadCamp #Podcast 🔗 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/g7GZZFJZ 📚 Check out "Dad Camp": https://amzn.to/3ZcoA66 Website: https://lnkd.in/gdztF7zU

We recently had the immense pleasure of hosting two remarkable dads, Steven Manchester and Michael Ramos, on our latest episode. Both fathers of four, they shared insightful and heartfelt experiences from their unique fatherhood journeys and introduced us to their latest collaborative effort, "The Dad Bag." In case you haven't tuned in yet, here are three key takeaways from this enriching conversation: The Power of Empathy and Vulnerability: Steven and Michael highlighted how crucial it is for fathers to be emotionally available and empathetic. They dismantled old stereotypes, proving that showing emotions and being vulnerable in front of your children strengthens the bond and teaches them valuable life lessons. Intentional and Individual Relationships: Both dads emphasized the importance of building individual relationships with each of their children. Steven mentioned how crucial it is to have moments just between father and child, fostering trust and a unique bond, while Michael shared his insights on understanding the distinct personalities of each of his daughters. The Genesis and Impact of "The Dad Bag": With a touching backstory that illustrates the need for guidance, Steven and Michael's book serves as both an engaging children’s story and a disguised instructional manual for new dads. Their goal: empower fathers to be more involved, empathetic, and effective in parenting, ultimately benefiting the entire family. Tune in to this episode to learn more about becoming the best version of yourself as a dad. And if you're a new dad or know someone who is, don't forget to check out "The Dad Bag" available on Amazon! 📻 Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gbr-WyG3 📚 Get the book: https://amzn.to/3MvCqJ1 Keep rowing, dads! We’re all in this together. 💪❤️ #fatherhood #dadswithdaughters #parenting #empathy #family #podcast

🌟 Our latest episode of the Dads with Daughters podcast features a compelling conversation with the incredible Madeline Anderson, author of Girl Dad: Stories, Lessons, and Advice from Girl Dads and Their Daughters. During this episode, Madeline shares invaluable insights from her journey of interviewing fathers and daughters across the globe, aimed at helping dads foster strong, meaningful relationships with their daughters. 🔑 Key Takeaways: The Power of Small Gestures: Madeline emphasizes that it's the little things that matter – handwritten notes, genuine smiles, or simple acts of inclusion can make a world of difference in your daughter's life. It's all about creating those micro-moments of connection. Don't Stop Being You: Maintain your passions and hobbies. By including your daughter in what you love, you not only share your world with her but also inspire her to share hers with you. It's about creating a balance between being a dad and being uniquely you. Open Communication: Activities like "Roses and Thorns" – discussing daily highlights and lowlights – can open lines of communication, helping you understand your daughter's needs and feelings better. This practice fosters trust and understanding. Tune in to learn more about how you can enrich your father-daughter relationship and be the best dad you can be. And don't forget to check out Madeline’s Girl Dad Network for additional support and resources. 🚀👨👧 Listen now: https://lnkd.in/gcH7YnHA 🎧 #Parenting #Fatherhood #DadswithDaughters #GirlDad #Podcast #Leadership #Family #FatherDaughter #Communication #ParentingTips #Inspiration #MadelineAnderson #GirlDadNetwork

I am thrilled to share our recent episode of the Dads with Daughters podcast featuring the incredible father-daughter duo, Kekoa Anderson and Madeline Anderson. This episode dives deep into the journey of raising empowered, independent daughters and the unique dynamics that come with it. 🎧 Episode Highlights: In this heartfelt conversation, we discuss: 🙌 The importance of building unique relationships with each child while managing multiple children. 🏁 How allowing children to face challenges and find their paths instills confidence and independence. 🎯 The value of being present and understanding your daughter's passions and love languages to support them effectively. 👥 Key Takeaways for Dads: Tailored Parenting: Embrace the uniqueness of each child and nurture individual relationships. Confidence Building: Encourage problem-solving and independence by allowing your children to face challenges. Be Present: Truly understand and show up for your child based on their needs and interests. Tune in now to gain insights and inspiration from Kekoa and Madeline! 🎙️ Link to the Episode: https://lnkd.in/gwgjhKWR #Fatherhood #Parenting #DadsWithDaughters #Podcast #Leadership #FamilyValues #Empowerment #FatherDaughter

On our latest episode of the Dads with Daughters podcast, we had a deep and insightful conversation with Dr. Jason Frishman. Dr. Frishman shares his journey and passion for redefining fatherhood and masculinity in today’s society. From his upbringing and work in social justice to his innovative approach in creating equitable homes, this episode is a must-listen! 🎙️ **Key Takeaways:** - 🌍 **Building an Equitable Home:** Jason emphasizes the importance of creating a home environment where equity is the norm, highlighting the lasting impact this has on your children’s values and character. - 🛠️ **Redefining Masculinity:** Through his work with Journeymen, Jason is passionately redefining traditional narratives of masculinity and fatherhood for more inclusive and supportive partnerships at home. - 💡 **Intentional Parenting:** Jason shares practical advice on being intentional and transparent in your parenting, from using conscious language to ensuring your kids have a voice and agency in their upbringing. Tune in to discover powerful insights and actionable advice on becoming the best father you can be. This episode is full of wisdom for any dad looking to make a positive impact on their family. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gbVhKhyX #DadswithDaughters #Fatherhood #Parenting #Equity #Masculinity #IntentionalParenting #Podcast #JasonFrishman

Thank you Daniel B. Singley, Ph.D. for sharing your wisdom with us once again! #DadLife #FathersFriday #NoDadAlone