A Busy Dad’s Holiday Hack
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.
The Relentless War on Masculinity: Does it Ever End?
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.
Slowing Down to Raise Them Up
Life with two small kids can feel like trying to juggle while running a marathon. What my wife and I are learning is that the best thing we can do at this stage in our lives is to put down a few balls and just run with the ones that matter most.
Practical Hope for Stepfathers: 6 Tips for Strong Blended Families
Stepfathers play a vital role in modern blended families, offering stability, guidance, and support. With patience, empathy, and thoughtful strategies, they can build trust, strengthen relationships, and foster lasting family harmony.
A Fantastic Dads4Kids Fun Camp Weekend
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.
A Dad’s POV on Unplanned Pregnancy
When Ty found out he was going to be a dad, it was not in the way he had imagined. The news of an unplanned pregnancy hit like a tidal wave. Equal parts love, fear, and uncertainty.
Strong Emotions, Gentle Response: Fathers and Self-Control
Teaching our kids self-control is important — showing them how to respect others, handle strong emotions, and prioritise others above themselves. And our actions are even better teachers than our words.
Missing Him Mower and Mower
My dad liked to water the lawn. No matter where the Army stationed him in his 20-year career, the post would have a Yard-of-the-Month contest. Daddy would mow, water, seed, fertilise, and put new topsoil on the yard.
Adventure Strikes
The good news is you don’t need to break down on the Nullarbor Plain to enjoy an adventure or admire the heavens sitting by a campfire. If you’re near the South Coast of New South Wales, plan to join us at the upcoming Dads4Kids Fun Camp at Coolendel, 7-8 November 2025.
How to Be a Great Dad, Even When You’re Doing It Alone
Through consistent love and the support of other wise men, single dads can walk in confidence and leave an impact that lasts generations. Here are five essential principles—three “do’s” and two “don’ts”—that can help single fathers navigate this important calling.
