The Directive is what Dad Central uses to stay in touch with you. This is where we post interesting news, ideas, resources, and some fun stuff about fatherhood. It is a mix of info for dads and info for those working to support fatherhood. Enjoy!
PEI dad finds his place to park . . . and sparks much debate!
What do you think? Should dads be entitled to use the “mothers with small children” parking spaces? Read Global News’ article here.
Back-to-School Nutrition
Kids need to eat well to support their learning. Check out this article from EatRight Ontario for some helpful tips.
Screentime bookmark
With a return to school looming in a week or so, many kids will be looking for more time on their screens (smartphones, laptops, etc.). These are helpful tools for learning these days AND are a source of angst within families as they try to navigate a healthy balance of screentime use. Here is an interesting article about “iGen” and the use of smartphones. Also check out Dad Central’s Screentime Info: 
Did you catch the story about Dad Club London?
Great things are happening in London, ON. Check out our blog past about Dad Club London.
This (almost) Changes Everything – video
In this 3-part series, Brian Russell from Dad Central discusses what fathers experience during pregnancy and childbirth. This video series was filmed by the Ontario Network of CAPC/CPNP Projects during a workshop in London, Ontario.
Part One: https://youtu.be/AY-20rMuq7w
Part Two: https://youtu.be/FDn3mg0AGdI
Part Three: https://youtu.be/aNGOBCZmEeY
Annual Report – Dad Central Ontario’s activities
Read about what Dad Central Ontario has been up to this past year.
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