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The DADDYING blog provides commentary, research, personal narratives, reviews & recommendations, and other creative expressions from

a diverse group of parenting colleagues, guest writers, and experts to raise awareness and promote the benefits of lifelong dad involvement.

Allan Shedlin

Grandpas Support Trust Building with Youth and Police

Grandpas United co-founder Jim Isenberg tells how members stay involved with grandkids through mentoring and staying active in the community

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Granddaddying Wisdom: Let Nature Be Your Teacher

I realize when I make a donation to The Nature Conservancy, I’m not giving anything of yours away. On the contrary, I’m investing for you...

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Have A Thankful Thoughtsgiving 2020: Through the River and Over the Woods

Despite the sadness and disappointment being magnified as our holiday plans are rethought, I battle to have my positive nature prevail.

Allan Shedlin

Be the Role Model You Wanted As A Kid

What I wanted back then was access to an adult with whom I could take refuge & trust to let me vent...Luckily, my dad recognized this too.

Allan Shedlin

Mindfulness Helps Honor What's Important On Memorial Day

Armor Down founder and DADvisor Ben King teaches us a new way to give honor and observe Memorial Day with our families through mindfulness.

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Giving Dads Help They Need to Be Involved and Battle "Guy Code"

Research shows kids & families are healthier when dads/kids are involved in each others' lives. Removing as many obstacles as possible helps

I Really Lucked Out In 5th Grade

A Daddying Call To Arms

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