This episode is from a video I did called “Ultimate dad guide to surviving pregnancy” We are discussing the mental and emotional game that happens during pregnancy and preparing to be a father. While so many men are worried about the physical game: changing diapers, feeding the baby, burping the baby, etc. they don't realize they will become experts at that really quickly. I go over a few tips so you will be more ready for the birth of your child. Fear and anxiety is normal, but just knowing tha...
Oct 25, 2022•10 min
This episode is from a video I did called “How to Prepare for Fatherhood” In this episode you will learn how to prepare for fatherhood as I provide some specific tips and advice on preparing to be a father. While you may not ever feel totally ready to be a dad, there are some specific things you can do to begin getting ready and feel a little more prepared. Fatherhood preparation should be fun and exciting rather stressful and overwhelming. Learn some quick tips so you can feel confident for the...
Oct 20, 2022•10 min
This episode is from a video I did called “6 Basic Needs of Newborn Babies” In this episode we’ll discuss the essential things you need to know and do in order to care for your newborn. While there are many things we have in front of us to worry about, if we can focus on these 6, our baby can grow, develop, and thrive. Be sure to check out the Dad University Membership at https://www.daduniversity.com
Oct 18, 2022•9 min
This episode is from a video I did called “5 Crucial Tips for Expectant Fathers” As an expectant father, you will experience all kind of thoughts and feelings that you are not familiar with. When you are expecting a baby, you begin to think about your own childhood and the interactions with your parents, your family, friends, and more. Be sure to check out the Dad University Membership at https://www.daduniversity.com
Oct 13, 2022•8 min
This episode is from a video I did called “5 Ways To Stop Feeling Dad Guilt” Dad guilt is something that nearly every dad will experience at some point. Whether you experience your fatherhood guilt as an expectant dad or after your children are born, there is always situations and experiences that will allow the guilt to creep in. In this episode I go over 5 ways you can stop feeling dad guilt. These are practical tips for fathers to implement. I also provides a story of how I reduced my dad gui...
Oct 11, 2022•10 min
This episode is from a video I did called "7 Things Dads Should NEVER Say To Their Sons" This recording was something that really resonated with my youtube audience. Words are powerful. As a father, you sometimes don't realize the words you say can have a huge impact on your child. As a father of a son, there are specific things that you just shouldn't say. In this episode, I go over 7 phrases that dads should never say to their sons. You might be surprised, some of these phrases may be things y...
Oct 06, 2022•11 min
This episode is from a video I did called “9 Important Life Lessons Every Dad Should Teach His Child” As we get older, we begin to gain wisdom about life. Part of that wisdom is the life lessons we want to teach our children. Whether it’s things to avoid, things to focus on, or strategies for living a good life, we want our children to gain these life lessons from us. These dad life lessons may be different for everyone based on your life experiences. In any case, we just want was is best for ou...
Oct 04, 2022•10 min
This episode is from a video I did called “7 Reasons Why Dads Are Important” While many people wrote in agreement that dads are important, I got a lot of people saying that moms are important. I think they missed the point of a video. Just because you are supporting a specific group, it does not mean you are against or don’t support another. Now there may be thousands of reasons why dads are important but I tried to narrow it down to 7. Be sure to check out the Dad University Membership at https...
Sep 29, 2022•11 min
This episode is from a video I did called “How To Not Get Annoyed By Your Child” While we are all different, one thing we have in common as fathers is that we are going to get annoyed by our children by something. It's simply a fact that children can be annoying. So how do we deal with it? I go over specific techniques you can use to reduce or even eliminate the frustration and irritability you may sometimes be feeling. Whether it's taking care of ourselves first or taking breaks, we all need to...
Sep 27, 2022•12 min
This episode is from a video I did called “5 Things NOT To Buy as a New Dad - Stop Wasting Money”. Money is definitely a huge source of stress for new dads. With all of the marketing done on baby products, new dads often feel like they have to get certain things for their children. We also feel like we have to buy them the best. In this episode I share 5 things not to buy or spend money on as a new dad. Don't get caught up in it all. There are enough expenses related to children that we don't ne...
Sep 22, 2022•10 min
This episode is from a video I did called “How to Be a Dad - These Are The 7 Basic Principles” On my youtube channel I did a series in which I talk more in depth about these 7 principles. They are what I believe to be the foundation of how to be a dad. If you want to go from good father to great father, I have these secret ingredients. If you want to be successful at anything, including being a dad, you have to learn the fundamentals. Focus on these core principles and you will be the amazing fa...
Sep 20, 2022•10 min
This episode is from a video I did called “How Much Screen Time is Too Much for Kids?” Parents are always wanting to know how much screen time is too much for kids. It seems like we just can't get away from screens. School, entertainment, and even social activity all now revolves around screens. I go over the recommended screen time for babies, the recommended screen time for toddlers, and the screen time recommended for kids and teens. It seems the actual amount of screen time our kids are usin...
Sep 15, 2022•8 min
This episode is from a video I did called “How to Discipline a Toddler” Disciplining a toddler seems to be a highly sought after topic as it can be difficult. Learning how to discipline a toddler forces us to take a different approach as what we do by instinct typically doesn’t work . The strategies I discuss in this episode are not typically what we as fathers do nor how we were dealt with as children. Most fathers really mean punishment when they are talking about disciplining a toddler. Be su...
Sep 13, 2022•11 min
This episode is from a video I did called “What To Do When Your Toddler Refuses to Eat” When a toddler refuses to eat, it can be a frustrating situation. You are wanting them to be healthy and enjoy food, yet the toddler doesn't want to eat. While picky eaters can be tough, a toddler refusing to eat can be even more difficult. I go over some things you want to make sure you are not doing with your toddler when they don't want to eat and then I offer some things you can do to get them to eat. Mea...
Sep 08, 2022•10 min
This episode is from a video I did called Today we are talking about “How to Get Your Toddler to Stop Hitting” I go over some tips, advice, and important steps to take when toddlers hit and what you can do to stop the hitting. While it's not pleasant to experience or hear that your toddler hit someone, nearly all toddlers experiment with hitting. Some toddler even hit themselves. Be sure to check out the Dad University Membership at https://www.daduniversity.com
Sep 06, 2022•9 min
This episode is from a video I did called "10 Things Dads Should Never Say to Their Child". Words can be damaging and can potentially have long term effects on the child. We do need to be careful about what we say to our children and be mindful of how our words can effect them. Of course as they get older we teach them resilience and that words aren't as important but because we are their parents, what we say has a lot of value. I hope you enjoy this episode. Be sure to check out the Dad Univers...
Sep 01, 2022•15 min
This episode is from a video I did called “6 Positive Discipline Techniques to Improve Child Behavior”. Positive Discipline was developed by Dr. Jane Nelson in the early 1980s to teach young people to become responsible, respectful and resourceful members of their communities. Parents, educators, coaches, and more have used Positive Discipline to improve the behavior of children using mutual respect. In this episode, I go over 6 simple positive discipline techniques you can use to improve child ...
Aug 30, 2022•15 min
This episode is from a video I did called “Preparing for Fatherhood - 7 Tips to Get You Ready to Be a Dad” While we often worry about the tactical things: changing diapers, holding the baby properly, etc., it's really the mental preparation and fatherhood mindset that is crucial to learn. Getting ready to be a dad involves understanding the nuances of the changes you are experiencing as well as the changes of your partner. You are going to experience new challenges, feelings, and responsibilitie...
Aug 25, 2022•12 min
Today’s episode is about a difficult and sensitive subject. The title for this episode is “Men Dealing With a Miscarriage - What To Do & How To Support Her”. This is the audio of a video I recorded for YouTube after a few requests for this topic. Men dealing with a miscarriage is not something that is often (if ever) discussed. It's important we end the stigma associated with miscarriage and allow men to know they no longer need to live in silence. Men are often surprised to learn that many ...
Aug 23, 2022•12 min
This episode is from a video I did called “Which Parenting Style is Best?” In this episode I go over the origins of the 4 major parenting styles: authoritarian, permissive, uninvolved/neglectful, and authoritative. I discuss what each is about and the various impact they can have on children. Choosing your style of parenting is important as it can effect the child and help guide the decisions you make as a father. While many dads choose authoritarian, we discuss if there are other options to not...
Aug 18, 2022•11 min
This episode is from a video I did called “How to Stop Toddler Tantrums - 6 Secrets to Calm Your Child's Temper” Understanding why toddlers throw tantrums is the first hurdle. When you understand what the meltdowns are really about and how little control the toddler has, you begin to understand how much of the responsibility falls on us to deal with it properly. It doesn't matter whether your child is 2 years old or 4 years old, dealing with temper tantrums isn't easy. Be sure to check out the D...
Aug 16, 2022•16 min
This episode is from a video I did called “Top 8 New Dad Tips - Crucial Advice For First Time Fathers”. In this episode we go over how being a new dad can be overwhelming and cause anxiety. Hopefully after listening to this recording, you will begin to realize that you are not alone and what you are experiencing is very common. Nearly all first time fathers experience new emotions and experiences which can make things difficult. Be sure to check out the Dad University Membership at https://www.d...
Aug 11, 2022•14 min
The women who listen to this show may want to send this episode to their husbands. And for you husbands, you may want to pay attention to this one. This episode is from a video I did called “ What Do Moms Want? - 7 Secrets to Her Happiness” In this episode we give it to you straight. Is the secret flowers, candy, or jewelry? You may be surprised at the real answers. It really is all about what we can do to help them. Being a mom isn't easy and while we aren't responsible for other people's happi...
Aug 09, 2022•11 min
This episode is from a video I did called “ Is Spanking Your Kids an Effective Way to Discipline?” Spanking is always a hot topic. I discuss using corporal punishment as a form of discipline for children. Corporal punishment is defined as anything done to cause pain or discomfort in response to your child’s behaviors. Some people might smack their kids, whip their bottom, or use other types of physical punishment. Those that spank their kids cite that it is used primarily to modify behavior and ...
Aug 04, 2022•10 min
This episode is from a video I did called “Parenting Tips For Dads With Daughters”. Anytime I do an episode about daughters, it seems to do well. Dads want their daughters to grow up and be confident, self-sufficient, have great self-esteem, and be happy. While we can’t guarantee that, we can help support our daughters to more likely have that outcome. Be sure to check out the Dad University Membership at https://www.daduniversity.com
Aug 02, 2022•12 min
This episode is from a video I did called “How to Get Your Child To Listen Without Yelling”. I’m sure many dads can relate to the feeling of needing to yell in order to get your point across or have your child listen. When kids don’t listen, we have to understand that it is up to us to change the behavior and approach the situation in a different way. Be sure to check out the Dad University Membership at https://www.daduniversity.com
Jul 28, 2022•11 min
This episode is from a video I did called “How to Be a Better Husband and Father - 7 Powerful Tips” in which I offer some specific tips to improve the relationship with both your child and wife. We all want to be happy and when we are working on being a better husband and father, it benefits us as well. We get to feel happier and have more enjoyment in our own life. Be sure to check out the Dad University Membership at https://www.daduniversity.com
Jul 26, 2022•12 min
This episode is from a video I did called “8 Things Dads Should NEVER Say to Their Daughters” Being a dad of a daughter is special. There is no other relationship like it. However, we need to be careful with what we say to our daughters. It’s important to note that the way your daughter sees the world is highly influenced by your interactions with her. How she views men is also influenced by you and your relationship with her. Be sure to check out the Dad University Membership at https://www.dad...
Jul 21, 2022•10 min
This episode is from a video I did called “5 Tips To Save Your Marriage from Divorce - Relationship Advice For Men” Some of the best marriage advice seems like common sense or very simple to follow, yet we forget to implement it. The truth is that we are often so busy worrying about other things (like our work, even the kids) we can forget how important is to work on improving our marriage. Men often wait too long and find themselves in a breakup or on the brink of divorce before they decide to ...
Jul 19, 2022•12 min
This episode is from a video I did called “Be Careful What Type of Attention You Are Giving Your Child”. in which I talk about the 3 types of attention we give our children and how each affect them. Be sure to check out the Dad University Membership at https://www.daduniversity.com
Jul 14, 2022•9 min
