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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.

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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

4 days ago

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

Daddying and the Toys That Bind

Daddying editor Scott Beller returned from Toy Fair 2026 inspired and ready to roll out expanded blog and Daddying Film Festival content to include a focus on the importance of play.

Allan Shedlin

Mar 4

A Special Dad's Quest to Balance the Needs of the Many

Guest writer Clint Harrison, a Dad of Two, adoptive Dad of six, and foster Dad to many, explains some challenges involved in caring for his uniquely blended family.

Allan Shedlin

Feb 26