Fatherhood

Young men of color want to be present for their children, but it takes more than a strong will to make that desire a reality. Charles C. Daniels Jr., PhD, a therapist and the co-founder and CEO of Fathers’ UpLift, an organization that helps fathers reconnect with their kids, learned firsthand while serving primarily Black and Brown men that it’s possible for fathers to overcome the significant challenges to establishing a relationship with their kids after weeks, months, or even years of separation.

Ser padre es uno de los viajes más gratificantes, pero también puede ser abrumador, especialmente cuando la ira toma el control. Intentas mantener la calma, pero antes de que te des cuenta, la frustración se acumula, el enojo estalla y la culpa aparece. Si alguna vez has sentido que estás atrapado en un ciclo interminable de ira y arrepentimiento, no estás solo.

The Honeymoon Disaster That Sparked A Marvelous Marriage is a true-to-life story of a marriage that literally began “on the rocks” and would have figuratively ended up “on the rocks” if God had not intervened. “I remember, even to this day, catching the weight of the surrey with my right leg, which amazingly didn’t break, and pushing it back upright since it had landed sideways on the rocks. My wife, however, must have struck the handlebars before being thrown out of the surrey because she was lying unconscious on the rocks just to the left of where we had crashed.

Parenting can only be described as an endless adventure, but in reality it is so much more. Whether you are raising young toddlers, teenagers, or those on the brink of adulting, parenting can be terrifying, overwhelming, and yes, even exhausting at times. Every stage of their growth and development becomes a new journey. Each time we think we have it figured out; they grow up a little more. We are left feeling unprepared, lost, and out of date, like a stubby armed tyrannosaurus rex trapped in a world filled with push-button-start cars and touch-screen cell phones.

Kim John Payne ofrece inspiración, ideas y un plan para el cambio que te ayudará a simplificar el entorno en tu hogar, establecer ritmos y rutinas razonables, programar descansos y reducir el “tiempo de pantalla” de tus hijos. "Crianza con simplicidad" es un manifiesto para proteger a las infancias y una guía para brindar calma y tranquilidad al contener el diluvio interminable de información y estimulación al que están expuestos los más pequeños.

We all know the importance of mothers. They are typically as paramount in the wild as they are in human relationships. But what about fathers? In most mammals, fathers have little to no involvement in raising their offspring—and sometimes even kill the offspring sired by other fathers. How, then, can we explain modern fathers having the capacity to be highly engaged parents? In Father Nature, James Rilling explores how humans have evolved to endow modern fathers with this potential and considers why this capacity evolved in humans.

Father’s Day Affirmations: Spoken Legacy of Love has over 500 affirmations reminding all of us that there is no single blueprint for fatherhood, yet every loving father shares one powerful trait: His presence. Fathers often lead through discipline, correction, and structure, but the most impactful leaders are those who lead through love. Children learn more from what they experience than what they are told. When they feel safe, loved, and respected, they flourish.

Being a parent is an extraordinary journey filled with moments of joy, love, and growth. It is about nurturing and guiding a child while also growing as an individual. Parenthood is a blend of sleepless nights, cherished milestones, and deep emotional connections. It involves embracing challenges, celebrating small victories, and building lifelong bonds through love, patience, and shared traditions. Above all, being a parent is a profound transformation, shaping both the child and the parent in beautiful and unexpected ways.

Countless dads-to-be share the same questions and fears. Fatherhood can seem daunting, and frantic Google searches or generic parenting books don’t always help. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to have it all figured out right now.

Feeling overwhelmed by fatherhood while your partner is expecting? You’re not alone. Many first-time dads worry about doing the right thing, balancing work and home life, and being truly supportive during pregnancy. This practical guide cuts through the noise and gives you exactly what you need to show up, stay involved, and support your partner with confidence.