• father

    15 January, 2026

    A critique of industrial-scale fatherhood, contrasting elite surrogacy and dynastic ambition with a biblical vision of present, faithful fatherhood that money, technology, and optimisation can never replace.

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • dad at Christmas

    13 January, 2026

    If you are currently facing something heartbreaking, where the path forward seems obscured by tears and fatigue, you’re not alone. Many other dads understand and empathise. Also, even in the midst of the pain, there are good reasons to stand strong and persevere.

    National Center for Fathering

  • pancakes

    9 January, 2026

    Family meals shape memories, faith, and fatherhood. Nathaniel Marsh reflects on presence-based parenting, kitchen mishaps, and simple traditions like Saturday morning pancakes, that build lasting relationships across generations.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • father and children

    8 January, 2026

    A viral confession about a father disliking time with his children sparks a firm, fraternal response arguing that fatherhood is shaped by chosen sacrifice, not fleeting feelings or enjoyment.

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • home

    7 January, 2026

    The art of householding and homemaking lies within everyone’s grasp, with a much wider-reaching impact than we might at first imagine.

    Guest Writer

  • The Harsh Reality of Being a Single Dad

    6 January, 2026

    The Dads4Kids team recently discovered this powerful video from The King Collective. Fathers face many challenges, and Dads4Kids' heart is to support and encourage single dads as much as we possibly can. We hope this video is an encouragement to you.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • books

    2 January, 2026

    As someone who is passionate for men in the context of mothers, fathers and children, I looked through my rather large collection of books about men and fatherhood. These books have different reasons for being on my top ten list, but they are all classics.

    Warwick Marsh

  • New Year New Beginnings

    26 December, 2025

    The New Year brings new beginnings. As we head into 2026, the heart of Dads4Kids continues to beat strong with fresh energy and new opportunities.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Christmas shepherds a Child is born

    25 December, 2025

    This Christmas, pause to remember the shepherds who heard the news of the Christ Child's birth. Recall that God sent His Saviour into the world for everyday people. Yes, even the most ordinary among us have been welcomed into the greatest story ever told.

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • Christmas Wish List Grandad

    24 December, 2025

    What would be the most wonderful gift you could receive? What items do you desire on your Christmas wish list that are not available in any catalog? 

    Don Mathis

  • Joyeux Noël (Merry Christmas)

    19 December, 2025

    Joyeux Noël (Merry Christmas) tells the incredible true-life story of the spontaneous Christmas Eve truce declared by Scottish, French and German troops during World War I. Like the story of Joyeux Noël, the message of Christmas is one of faith, hope, and ultimately love.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • parent talk christmas

    18 December, 2025

    For many parents, Christmas means more than just wrapping presents — it might involve thinking about how our children will process the mix of relatives, relationships, and worldviews that will gather under one roof. How do we talk to our children about our family values without alienating relatives we care about?

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • Presence over Presents

    16 December, 2025

    Dads, you are incredibly valuable. The holidays are a time when your kids especially want you there – they want your presence far more than presents.

    National Center for Fathering

  • christmas

    11 December, 2025

    Christmas has long been my favourite time of the year. Here are a few of the timeless lessons Christmas can teach us — lessons we can pass on to our children as we celebrate the season with them.

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • Holiday Generosity for Dads and Kids

    9 December, 2025

    There's something incredible and contagious about generosity. Here are some heartwarming stories to inspire giving this Christmas season.

    National Center for Fathering

  • gentle parenting mum

    4 December, 2025

    An American mother went viral after admitting 10 years of “gentle parenting” backfired, leaving her kids anxious and withdrawn—prompting her shift to structured, high-warmth authoritative parenting.

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • device-free

    3 December, 2025

    A gentle call to reclaim our attention from digital distractions, restore presence in our homes, and make room for deeper relationships with device-free time.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • holiday

    2 December, 2025

    Discover DADvent — a dad-inspired Advent calendar turning the December holidays into a month of surprises, creativity, and meaningful father-child moments, making Christmas magical despite busy schedules.

    National Center for Fathering

  • Relentless War Masculinity

    28 November, 2025

    David Maywald’s new bestseller, "The Relentless War on Masculinity", offers a courageous, hopeful roadmap for supporting boys and men and rebuilding healthier relationships across society.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Stronger Together

    21 November, 2025

    This week showed that we really are stronger together. As I wrote in September, no man is an island, and it’s heartening to see both men and women coming together to celebrate and support men and boys.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Dads4Kids Fun Camp

    15 November, 2025

    A big THANK YOU to the 64 dads, granddads and kids who joined us last weekend for the Dads4Kids Fun Camp. It was absolutely fantastic!!! Something amazing happens when dads get away from the everyday and create time with their kids.

    Nathaniel Marsh

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