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a diverse group of parenting colleagues, guest writers, and experts to raise awareness and promote the benefits of lifelong dad involvement.
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Death, Taxes, and the Daddying Heart of a Documentary
Documentary filmmaker Justin Schein tells the daddying story at the heart of his award-winning film "Death & Taxes."
Allan Shedlin
Apr 17
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The Daddying Backstory for My Documentary "THE BRAINWASHING OF MY DAD"
Award-winning filmmaker Jen Senko provides backstory to her film The Brainwashing of My Dad, a Daddying Film Fest 2025 official selection.
Allan Shedlin
Apr 8
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The Elephant (& Donkey) In the Room
Dr. Dan and Celenie Singley discuss effects of constant divisive news, social media debate & threats to values/safety on our mental health.
Allan Shedlin
Mar 27
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There's A Good Reason My Daughter Loves Something She’s Never Had
Guest writer and girl dad Tyler Pawlak takes time for daddying by sharing a love of coffee brewing with his young daughter.
Allan Shedlin
Mar 19
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How to Protect Our Tweens and Teens from False Messages
Psychologist Jacqueline Toner equips parents/grandparents to help children identify and debunk misinformation and disinformation.
Allan Shedlin
Mar 5
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How A Super Bowl Ad Reflects the Evolving Role of Fathers
Guest writer Jessica Huerta, MA, highlights the potential impact of a Super Bowl ad showing caregiving as a core aspect of masculinity.
Allan Shedlin
Feb 12
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An Osmotic Father, Jacques, and the Gang
Guest writer Aren Cohen reminisces about her beloved stuffed animals and special relationship with her adopted dad.
Allan Shedlin
Feb 6
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Trying To Live Up to High Ideals Isn’t Easy
Guest writer Claudette Scheffold remembers her fire-fighting hero father, Fred, and aspires to model his ideals daily.
Allan Shedlin
Jan 15
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I Am A Fireman's Daughter
Guest writer Claudette Scheffold considered her fire-fighting dad, Fred, a superhero long before she witnessed him at work.
Allan Shedlin
Dec 4, 2024
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What Would A Father Do for His Daughter?
Filmmaker Adam Fried is inspired in his personal and professional life by his daughter and his own experience with an absent dad.
Allan Shedlin
Oct 8, 2024
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It's Impossible for a Child to Steal a Gun from a Responsible Adult
To help curb gun violence and protect our kids, writer Charlotte Clymer says we need strict regulations on responsible gun ownership.
Allan Shedlin
Sep 25, 2024
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Back-To-School Nights with Dad(dy)
DCG DADvisor Dr. Anthony Fleg writes on the importance of dads being there for their kids, even for Back-to-School Night.
Allan Shedlin
Sep 4, 2024
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D3F and Sundance Award-Winning Film "Daughters" Takes Dad Involvement to the Next Level on Netflix
We celebrate the Netflix debut of Sundance & Daddying Film Fest winning documentary Daughters by resharing Angela Patton's guest post.
Allan Shedlin
Aug 13, 2024
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Storytime on Deployment: How Dads Can Stay Involved and Connected with Their Kids
U.S. Navy sailor Cody Dodd explains how deployed dads can stay involved and create memories with their kids through the magic of storytime.
Allan Shedlin
Jul 23, 2024
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The Art and Joy of Playtime with Dad
Artist Jasmine-Simone Morgan hopes her painting inspires parents and father figures to create joyful memories through playtime with dad.
Allan Shedlin
Jul 17, 2024
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My Brother's Trophy
To this day, award-winning author J. Boyce Gleason remembers wise daddying words from his brother about what is truly important.
Allan Shedlin
Jun 19, 2024
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4 Things A Dad Can Learn From Reading Books by Women About Motherhood
As a husband and father who became hooked on books about motherhood, Alex Trippier discovered it can also be transformative for dads.
Allan Shedlin
May 28, 2024
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The Impact and Inspiration of "Daughters"
Girls For A Change CEO Angela Patton introduces her Sundance Film Fest award-winning film Daughters at Daddying Film Forum in Philadelphia.
Allan Shedlin
May 15, 2024
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Embrace the Gap in your Past: 5 Strategies to Seek Comfort, Encouragement, and Guidance from Family History
Guest writer & emotional health educator Jane Honikman gives guidance to parents who want to trace and connect with their family's history.
Allan Shedlin
Apr 24, 2024
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How A Faithful Dad Gained A Healthy Perspective and Counts His Blessings
Cantor Rick Lawrence explains how he gained perspective about his and his family's health by visiting with others during chaplain training.
Allan Shedlin
Apr 11, 2024
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