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Scott Beller, Editor and Contributing Writer
Since February of 2020, the DADDYING blog has been providing weekly commentary, personal narratives, reviews, research & other creative expressions from a diverse group of colleagues, guest writers, and experts to raise awareness and promote the benefits of lifelong Dad involvement to kids and families.
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At School Our Kids Are Now Forced to Learn the Difference Between Spooky and Truly Scary
Daddying blog Editor Scott Beller writes about the horrific state of our country and classrooms in 2025 and how this Halloween, our kids have been forced to learn the difference between Halloween frights and real monsters.
Allan Shedlin
Oct 31, 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 16, 2025
Reimagining Manhood: A Path Forward from the State of American Men Report
Equimundo's Sr. Director of Research, Dr. Taveeshi Gupta, presents findings and recommendations from the 2025 State of American Men report.
Allan Shedlin
Aug 5, 2025
I Am My Father’s Medicine
Guest writer and Ditox founder Thao Vanessa Tran writes about her father and asserts that supporting men's mental health need not be complicated.
Allan Shedlin
May 28, 2025
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, 2025
Daddying/Parenting During Trumpestuous Times
Allan puts a name to what many parents must be feeling right now and how they must overcome those feelings for the sake of their children.
Allan Shedlin
Feb 26, 2025
A Daddying Origin Story Reluctantly Renewed for the Holidays
Daddying editor Scott Beller would rather talk about his kids & D3F stories at holiday parties. But you're welcome to read his origin story.
Allan Shedlin
Dec 19, 2024
Embrace the Gap in Support for New Fathers: 7 Strategies to Offer Comfort, Encouragement and Guidance
Postpartum and emotional health expert Jane Honikman provides 7 strategies to support often underserved new fathers.
Allan Shedlin
Apr 3, 2024
A Dad's Influence and Memory Helps This Poet Remain Bulletproof
The Bulletproof Poet, Ismael Rodriguez, Jr., shares poetry that carries the positive, lasting impact of a father being there for his child.
Allan Shedlin
Feb 7, 2024
Veterans Day in A World Still At War
For Veterans Day, DCG founder Allan Shedlin introduces US Army and Iraq vet Donna Zephrine's reflections on seen and unseen scars of war.
Allan Shedlin
Nov 8, 2023
The Importance of Parents Being There – REALLY Being There
DCG Founder Allan Shedlin addresses how parents can help children during the mental health crisis that's hitting teenagers especially hard.
Allan Shedlin
Mar 2, 2023
It's No Surprise: Crying Can Be A Dad Strength
the birth of one’s first child often provides the chink that breaks through the masculine armor that has formed throughout a boy's life...
Allan Shedlin
Feb 11, 2021
New Year, New Daddying Traditions
Daddying blog editor Scott Beller welcomed back a few old holiday traditions in 2025 and started new traditions he hopes return in 2026 and for many years to come.
Allan Shedlin
6 days ago
The 5th Annual Daddying Film Fest Offers 71 Reasons to Celebrate Importance of Involved Dads in 2026
Daddying blog editor Scott Beller officially opens the 5th annual virtual Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) by sharing a preview of the festival's official selections, 2026 Atticus Award finalists, and how to get free passes to the online festival.
Allan Shedlin
Jan 9
Behind-the-Scenes with Dad, Filmmaker, and Megaforce Fan Bob Lindenmayer
Filmmaker Bob Lindenmayer shares the backstory and inspiration for creating the documentary film and Daddying Film Festival & Forum 2026 official selection "Making MegaForce," which celebrates the 80s sci-fi cult film, starring actor Barry Bostwick.
Allan Shedlin
Dec 31, 2025
'Tis the Daddying Season
The Daddying blog editorial staff of Allan Shedlin and Scott Beller share a few of their favorite posts of 2025 and some words they'd like to sweep into the dustbin of history.
Allan Shedlin
Dec 24, 2025
Navigating Holiday Stress: Managing Expectations with Teens from Both Parents' Perspectives
Guest writer and college advisor Dr. Medeeha Khan offers parents of teens practical advice to manage expectations and family stress during the holidays.
Allan Shedlin
Dec 18, 2025
Do Our Kids Really Want or Need a d-AI-ddy?
Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) founder Allan Shedlin considers the potential negative and positive impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) on parenting and whether a "dAIddy" might ever measure up to the very real wants and needs of our kids/grandkids.
Allan Shedlin
Dec 8, 2025
Why I Work with Dads
Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) founder Allan Shedlin explains why he's made it his mission to support the work of Dads around the world and impact of the international Daddying Film Fest.
Allan Shedlin
Dec 2, 2025
Getting the Banned Back Together
Daddying blog editor Scott Beller kicks off the holiday season by presenting the 6th annual Books to Read with Your Kids Holiday Gift Guide & FREE Book Giveaway!
Allan Shedlin
Nov 26, 2025
What the Heck is Neotenic Daddying?
In honor of Mickey Mouse's birthday, Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) Founder Allan Shedlin defines "neotenic daddying" and explains how Dads can best apply the idea to their everyday parenting.
Allan Shedlin
Nov 18, 2025
The Pinnacle of Daddying
Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) founder Allan Shedlin opens the holiday season reflecting on fatherhood and how the lifelong process of daddying has been as nurturing for him as it has for his children.
Allan Shedlin
Nov 12, 2025
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