Why Are Researchers Still Obsessed with Proving that Good Fathers are Good for Kids?
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in 2017, but as you’ll soon read, many of the truths expressed are still relevant today. The author’s “bottom-line” is exactly what is needed. By John Hoffman So, yet another study has...
Hormones Help You Be the Dad You Want to Be
What you do as a father affects your hormones more than your hormones affect what you do as a father. In other words, if you want and need to be a hands-on dad, put in the time and effort. Your hormones will support and reward you.
4th Canadian National Fatherhood Conference | 2021 Call for Workshops (Virtual) | Deadline Oct 20th
We are inviting submissions for 90 minute workshops. The 4th Canadian National Fatherhood Conference; Side by Side: Celebrating the Diversity of Fatherhood, is for anyone interested in engaging fathers in their community with services, programs, or resources. Our goal is to help service providers and community members provide fathers with the knowledge and support needed around the healthy development of children.
Our Top Hidden Gems and Free Resources
One of the main ways Dad Central supports dads and organizations is the creation of resources. Every year we see thousands of materials distributed through organizations that serve families. We also see hundreds more downloaded for free here on our website. Today we’re going to share some of our top “hidden” (or little known) gems.
How a Simple Act of Kindness Can Change Your Mood
Surprising research on the many benefits of kindness. Kindness is linked to happiness…and happiness is linked to showing more kindness. What would happen if we chose to show kindness instead of frustration, disappointment, or anger?