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Allan Shedlin

Please Remember the Embattled Families of Ukraine

DADvocacy Consulting Group founder Allan Shedlin offers hope and another plea for more humanity, kindness, and daddying in the New Year.

Allan Shedlin

When Will We Finally Retire the Most Meaningless of All Two-Word Phrases?

In the wake of another gun violence tragedy, DCG founder Allan Shedlin confronts the most meaningless two-word combination in any language.

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Labeling Involved Dads "Mr. Mom" is as Inaccurate as Calling Strong Moms "Mrs. Dad"

DCG founder Allan Shedlin dislikes calling strong moms "Mrs/Ms Dad" as much as he dislikes labeling nurturing dads "Mr Mom."

Allan Shedlin

Appreciation of Dads In Their Presence and Absence May Be Reaching All-Time High

DCG founder and KIDS FIRST! Daddying Film Festival co-director Allan Shedlin explains why father involvement seems more important than ever.

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Another "Paneful" Plea For Relief for The Families Of Ukraine

Images of dads saying goodbye to families, unable to feel the warmth of loved ones, haunt DCG's Allan Shedlin as he urges Ukraine relief.

Allan Shedlin

To Ease the Suffering of Ukrainian Refugees (and Our Own Guilt)

DCG founder Allan Shedlin turns to poetry as he grapples with the guilt he feels while Ukrainian families suffer far away.

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Parents Must Think Not Just of Ukraine During This Crisis But of OURkraine

DCG founder Allan Shedlin considers the war on Ukraine and offers parents, teachers & other caregivers guidance how to address kids' fears.

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