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  • On Turning 75

    19 May, 2026

    As I look back on 75 years of life, I reflect on what has influenced me; what has shaped my life.

    Don Mathis

  • father and child

    9 October, 2025

    We cannot underestimate the difference it makes when children feel safe, loved, valued, and heard. In a world full of issues and uncertainty, we can ease their minds by meeting these basic but important needs.

    National Center for Fathering

  • marital conflict

    8 October, 2025

    Every marriage has conflict. Two imperfect people sharing a home and dealing with all the pressures of modern life? It’s inevitable! But conflict doesn’t have to be destructive.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • fathering

    7 October, 2025

    Being a dad is about showing up—physically and emotionally—and engaging with your children in ways that build lasting trust and make memories. I want to give you a simple framework using the letters of HEART that captures some vital expressions of fatherhood.

    Ken Canfield

  • Dads4Kids Fun Camp memories

    3 October, 2025

    The 2025 Dads4Kids Fun Camp will be held from 7 – 8 November at the beautiful Coolendel Campground, located on the Shoalhaven River around three hours south of Sydney. Build memories forever with your kids.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • married mothers

    2 October, 2025

    A report in The Atlantic found that, among female demographics, married mothers enjoy the highest levels of happiness, connection, and purpose — a finding that challenges the modern myth that marriage and motherhood are a burden for women.

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • arguments

    1 October, 2025

    Rightly or wrongly, arguments happen. Whatever the trigger, according to author and therapist Sue Johnson, arguments between lovers are essentially a ‘protest against disconnection’. The subtext of every argument is a question: Do you care about me? Love me? Know me?

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • dads

    30 September, 2025

    Here’s the truth that gives hope: Your child isn’t looking for a perfect dad. They’re looking for you. Present. Real. Honest. Willing to grow.

    National Center for Fathering

  • Get Unstuck, Get Growing, Get Upgraded

    26 September, 2025

    Andrew asked pertinent questions, listened intently, and tapped into his vast experience to help me get unstuck, get growing, and get upgraded. He has a way of getting to the crux of an issue, and I’ll be forever grateful for his wisdom and counsel.

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • new dad

    25 September, 2025

    Are you a new dad? Congratulations! And here’s something important to remember: In many ways, you’re also suddenly a new husband — or parenting partner.

    National Center for Fathering

  • marriage affair

    24 September, 2025

    Awhile ago, a viral video clip came to our attention. In the video, a marriage counsellor is responding to the claim that 85% of affairs begin at work.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • father's love

    23 September, 2025

    Saying “I love you” and “I’m so proud of you” can be a tremendous blessing and a real benefit to our kids. That doesn’t mean it’s always easy or natural for us, but we can grow in that direction.

    National Center for Fathering

  • Erika and Charlie Kirk

    22 September, 2025

    Gender activists have unleashed a Marxist-inspired campaign to redefine, reconfigure, and eventually destroy the family. Feminists launched a crusade to vilify men and fathers. In response, Charlie Kirk disparaged the anti-family effort in strong language.

    Guest Writer

  • keeping on

    19 September, 2025

    When it comes to fathering, sometimes it's two steps forward, one step back. Always remember, even if you get hit back a step after two steps forward, you’re still one step ahead from where you were before. Dads, keep on keeping on!

    Nathaniel Marsh

  • Erika and Charlie Kirk

    18 September, 2025

    Charlie Kirk was a huge advocate of marriage and children. It’s one thing to promote these values, and it’s another to live them out — to truly excel as a lover, protector, and provider.

    Kurt Mahlburg

  • cohabitating

    17 September, 2025

    Cohabitating couples can be very generous and loving, but it can never be a total and unconditional gift of self while it is understood as a temporary relationship.

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • single dad

    16 September, 2025

    As a single dad, your situation may not be ideal, but your kids can still thrive and succeed.

    All Pro Dad

  • father

    12 September, 2025

    If you want to be truly great in your life as a man, as a leader, as a husband, as a father, in employment, in business or in any endeavour, the secret for SUCCESS is HUMILITY.

    Warwick Marsh

  • fathers

    11 September, 2025

    They believe that being a father is the greatest privilege given to any man, and so take their fatherhood seriously.

    Guest Writer

  • declining divorces

    10 September, 2025

    Recently published data on marriage and divorce in Australia have caught media attention: according to the Australian Institute of Family Studies, the crude divorce rate has dropped to 2.3 per 1,000 residents (2023).

    Byron and Francine Pirola

  • single fatherhood

    9 September, 2025

    Single dads often carry tremendous weight. Some of the toughest times in my entire parenting journey happened when I was a single father. But I have also experienced joy in my life that, apart from being a parent, I never would have known existed.

    All Pro Dad

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The opinions of the various writers are not necessarily the opinion of Dads4Kids. Please do your own research and come to your own conclusions. We welcome feedback and if you would like to submit an article for the Daily Dad, please contact the editor at info@dads4kids.org.au

1308, 2025
  • forgiveness

Why is Forgiveness So Hard?

By |August 13th, 2025|

As we work more with couples, and get more life experience under our own belt, we’re gaining better insight into why forgiveness is so elusive. Here are some of the reasons why people commonly resist forgiveness.

908, 2025
  • Dads4Kids future

Honouring the Past, Excited for the Future

By |August 9th, 2025|

Please be assured as I take on the new role of CEO that the heart of Dads4Kids will continue to beat strong with fresh energy. I’m excited for all that God, our Father in Heaven, has in store for the big-hearted movement founded by the wonderful Warwick and Alison Marsh.

608, 2025
  • divorce kids

Is it Time to Admit That Divorce Hurts Kids Big Time?

By |August 6th, 2025|

Divorce is a tragedy that shatters a child’s world, and a substantial new study confirms the detrimental effects on a child's wellbeing. But children can overcome the hurdles cast their way by the divorce of their parents and go on to have stable, intact families of their own.

3107, 2025
  • family

Is the Family Making a Comeback?

By |July 31st, 2025|

For decades, conventional wisdom has said that marriage — widely recognised as the bedrock institution of society — is on the decline. But brand new research has challenged that assumption. If family is making a comeback, that is a huge victory for everyone.

2407, 2025
  • Nike

Nike Celebrates Fatherhood and Family

By |July 24th, 2025|

Fatherhood and family — which are often portrayed negatively in popular culture — received a rare moment of glory this week, thanks to Nike’s heartwarming ad celebrating pro golfer Scottie Scheffler’s recent win at The Open Championship in Northern Ireland.

2307, 2025
  • Ten-Second Kiss Couple

Long Live the Ten-Second Kiss

By |July 23rd, 2025|

We recommend the ten-second kiss at two key points in the day: the point of separation at the beginning of the workday, and the point of reunion at day’s end. Kissing promotes bonding, reduces stress, and re-transitions us from individuals to a couple sharing life together.

2207, 2025
  • Baby Finger Paternity

Voices for Paternity Testing

By |July 22nd, 2025|

Millions of men worldwide are affected annually by paternity fraud. Proving paternity is vital for the rights of the real biological dad, the child, and for establishing relationships and responsibilities based on truth – from the beginning.

1707, 2025
  • Mummy Favourite

When Mummy Is the Favourite

By |July 17th, 2025|

Our daughter has turned fiercely Mum-favourite. “No, Mummy do it” is now the refrain that echoes through our corridors. Here are a few strategies I used to help win back my daughter's heart.

1607, 2025
  • Language Opposite Sex

The Other Sex: Language Matters

By |July 16th, 2025|

Language not only expresses our conscious and subconscious thoughts, but it also influences them. Next time you find yourself talking about the ‘opposite’ sex – try using ‘other’ sex and see if it takes you to a different way of seeing our differences.

1507, 2025
  • False Allegations Bettina Arndt

Payback for False Allegations

By |July 15th, 2025|

A string of successful malicious prosecution cases could throw a spanner in the works of the huge false allegations industry. Fantasy? Perhaps. But a recent High Court decision gives a rare glimmer of hope. One small step for mankind. And we should celebrate this small success.

1107, 2025
  • Man

What Does It Mean to Be a Man?

By |July 11th, 2025|

Being a man in 2025 might be more complicated than it was in, say, 1955. But history shows our forefathers faced enormous, often devastating challenges. Being a man is difficult and challenging—but maybe that’s exactly the point

1007, 2025
  • toddlers

When Toddlers Take Control

By |July 10th, 2025|

One insight I’ve gained through actual (as opposed to theoretical) parenting is that parents aren’t quite as responsible for their toddlers’ behaviour as I once assumed. A practical illustration will suffice: public meltdowns. Here are three things I can control when my toddler takes charge.

907, 2025
  • Role Model Marriage Adobe

Role Models for Marriage

By |July 9th, 2025|

Every marriage needs role models, couples to look up to and imitate – usually parents. But for young people raised without stable, marital role models, mentors can fill the gap, offering hope and guidance.

307, 2025
  • Baseball Boy Character Sport

The Sport Stat That Really Matters: Character

By |July 3rd, 2025|

Why do some dads obsess over sports errors their kids make? Few will ever be pro. No matter which team wins or loses, we should be rooting for all these kids to post great numbers in the character stats. Because I guarantee the boy who does well in this will likely succeed in life.

207, 2025
  • Success Marriage

Success Breeds Success

By |July 2nd, 2025|

Some people think failure is the best way of learning, including in relationships. But it's not. While we can learn from both failing and succeeding, being in a successful relationship is actually the best learning opportunity.

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