Systematic Training for Effective Parenting
STEP stands for Systematic Training for Effective Parenting. Basically, it is a method to provide guidance and discipline to a child – and it works. It works for infants, and it works for teenagers.
Dad, Make This the Year Your Kids Will Never Forget
Make this the year your children remember for all the right reasons. A simple daily tradition—five focused minutes of presence—can build trust, deepen connection, and shape a lasting legacy.
A New Dad’s Guide to Supporting Mum
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.
Being a Single Dad: The Joys, Challenges and All the In-Between
In 2013, Michael Ray became the sole parent of his two-year-old daughter Charlie. Michael has since published his first book, "Who Knew", which speaks to his experiences as a single dad, exposing some of the stigmas men come up against in the parenting world.
Nike Celebrates Fatherhood and Family
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.
When Toddlers Take Control
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.
Becoming Dad: How to Father Well from the Very Beginning
Become a new dad? Amazing! But it's not easy. Here are five considerations on how to father well from the beginning. Because showing up early shapes who they become—and who you become, too.
How We Survived International Travel With Two Under Two
Our airborne journey was not for the faint of heart. Our travel involved relentless sleep deprivation, unexpected hurdles, and nonstop physical demands. Here are seven strategies we employed to survive the ordeal.
Fatherhood Changes Everything
When you begin your fatherhood journey, you know the world is forever different. Three critical truths – and implementing them – will pay off for the years to come.
Not-So-Toxic Masculinity
Fatherhood, far from being “toxic”, is an incredible protective factor that majorly reduces a whole variety of risks for children. The benefits of fatherhood extend far beyond the home, impacting children's health, safety, and future success. Keep that in mind next time someone uses the phrase “toxic masculinity”.
