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The dad blog with wisdom, stories, and practical tips for the everyday trials and triumphs of dad life


Tips for New Dads: Aim for Best Supporting Actor
By Caleb Roose Photo by Pixaby When my first child was born, I felt like I had just begun the most important story of my life—only to...
Caleb Roose
Apr 76 min read


How to Discipline Your Kids Without Regret: 4 Proven Strategies for Parents
Discipline without regret: Learn 4 proven strategies to correct your kids calmly while strengthening your relationships with them as a dad.
Caleb Roose
Mar 36 min read


Raising emotionally healthy kids starts with being an emotionally intelligent dad
By Caleb Roose Photo by Ketut Subiyanto It’s hard to raise emotionally healthy kids if we’re not emotionally healthy ourselves. I...
Caleb Roose
Sep 24, 20243 min read


Making the most of the time you have with your kids as a busy dad
By Caleb Roose Photo by Derek Thomson As dads, our time is limited. Between work, commuting, and everyday adult responsibilities, the...
Caleb Roose
Jul 31, 20245 min read


How to turn "It's bedtime" into the best time: 3 tried-and-true games for getting your kids ready for bed
By Caleb Roose Photo by RDNE Stock Project The bedtime battle When my kids entered the toddler/preschool stage, getting them ready for...
Caleb Roose
Mar 22, 20244 min read


Kids need both empathy and guidance: Discover a parenting style that works for you and your kids
By Caleb Roose Photo by Monstera Production Moving away from the extremes of parenting When I first became a dad, I thought I had two...
Caleb Roose
Jan 18, 20243 min read


3 proven ways to build lasting relationships with your kids
By Caleb Roose Photo by Nathan Dumlao It’s well-known that babies, toddlers, and young kids don’t remember much from their early days of...
Caleb Roose
Dec 15, 20235 min read


Managing dad stress: Proven techniques to stay calm in the heat of the moment
By Caleb Roose Photo by Sander Sammy Why is my baby screaming? Why am I so stressed out by it? What’s going on?! Whether your kids are...
Caleb Roose
Nov 12, 20234 min read
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