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Scott Beller, Editor and Contributing Writer

Since February 2020, the DADDYING blog has provided weekly commentary, personal narratives, reviews, research, poetry, and other creative expressions from a diverse group of colleagues, guest writers, and experts to promote the benefits of lifelong Dad involvement to kids, families, and communities.

D3F Makes an Impact Because The Importance of Daddying Is Universal

Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) founder Allan Shedlin explains one of the many behind-the-scenes benefits of managing a festival with such universal appeal: forging diverse and lasting friendships.

Allan Shedlin

Oct 16, 2025

This is when we break

Backed by research, Equimundo founder Gary Barker offers solutions to the crisis surging with American men and fathers.

Allan Shedlin

Sep 17, 2025

My GRANDDaddying Thoughts from New Orleans

Allan recently returned from the Postpartum Support International (PSI) 38th annual conference in New Orleans. He served on a guest panel that looked at the different stages of fatherhood and he addressed one not often covered: grandfatherhood.

Allan Shedlin

Jul 16, 2025

A Perfectly-Timed Antidote to Despair

As world events push him toward despair, D3F's Allan Shedlin turns to what always brings him hope: children & youth, specifically at AAHSFF.

Allan Shedlin

Nov 1, 2023

Daddying Film Fest 2024 Expands to Celebrate the Many Faces of Caring Men

Daddying Film Festival & Forum partners Equimundo & All American High School Film Festival help kick off 2024 call for entries January 1st.

Allan Shedlin

Oct 18, 2023

More Thoughts About Entering the Kingdom of Great Granddaddying

Allan has hope and many thoughts to share as he stands on the precipice of becoming a Great Granddaddy.

Allan Shedlin

6 hours ago

What is the Dad Difference?

With her new book The Dad Difference publishing this month, educator and father engagement specialist Dr. Deborah Higdon joins the Daddying blog to discuss the proven benefits of having dads more involved in school classrooms with their children.

Allan Shedlin

7 days ago

Processing My Greatest Birthday Gift Ever

Daddying Film Festival & Forum founder Allan Shedlin reacts to news he'll soon be a great grandfather.

Allan Shedlin

May 1

Being a Dad-at-School is One of the Many Benefits of Being a Work-At-Home Dad

On Earth Day 2026, Daddying blog editor Scott Beller is reminded that being present in his daughters' classrooms over the years brought him as much joy as being there for them as a work-at-home Dad.

Allan Shedlin

Apr 23

Our Nest is Half Full

Daddying blog editor Scott Beller chooses to look at his imminent empty nest as half full.

Allan Shedlin

Apr 16

Why Not Speak the Truth to Our Kids Through History?

Daddying blog editor Scott Beller suggests letting the truth of history be the guide when talking with our kids about important topics that too often have been politicized and obscured with misinformation.

Allan Shedlin

Apr 9

After 20 Years, We're at the Right Place at the Right Time and Still Having A Ball

On the occasion of his 20th wedding anniversary, Daddying blog editor Scott Beller reflects on how being in the right place at the right time can be life-changing.

Allan Shedlin

Apr 3

Preserving Your Daddying Heart

Daddying Film Festival founder Allan Shedlin writes that men are more than capable of exceeding cultural expectations for Dads when they embrace delivery-room vows and nurture their daddying hearts.

Allan Shedlin

Mar 25

Springing Forward but Dad's Still Keeping Time

Daddying editor Scott Beller adapts to an evolving Spring Break schedule with his teen daughters, one in college and one still at home.

Allan Shedlin

Mar 20

What Floats to the Top

Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) founder Allan Shedlin, whose older brother is battling cancer, reflects on the importance and true masculinity of men expressing emotion, tenderness, and compassion.

Allan Shedlin

Mar 10