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.
The ‘D’ Word
Words have power, especially when it comes to parenting. Used with thoughtful intention, words can build up and create. Used carelessly or worse, recklessly, they can tear down and destroy. One word that seems to have gone out of fashion is the ‘D’ word, Discipline.
Five Marks of a Faithful Single Father
Billy Graham once said, “A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets of our society.” That’s especially true of single fathers.
The Bedrock of Fatherhood that Meets Your Child’s Basic Need
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.
HEART Fathering: Laugh, Grow, Never Give Up
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.
Memories Forever
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.
