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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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Allan Shedlin
Oct 11, 2023
How A Wedding Toast Could Provide A Shield Against Inhumanity
DCG and Daddying Film Festival & Forum (D3F) founder Allan Shedlin asks you to imagine a world that embraces vulnerability as a strength.
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Allan Shedlin
Sep 2, 2023
5 Essential Rules for Parental Time Travel
Daddying blog editor Scott Beller is a dad who constantly travels back and forth in time.
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Allan Shedlin
Aug 23, 2023
Why Shouldn’t You Wear Your Heart on Your Sleeve?
DCG Founder Allan Shedlin and granddaughter Casey put their lifelong daddying commitment in writing.
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Allan Shedlin
Aug 15, 2023
How Can Parents Prepare Kids for Ever-Larger End-of-Summer Butterflies?
As the new school year begins in a chaotic world, how can parents calm kids' seemingly larger, more plentiful end-of-summer butterflies?
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Allan Shedlin
Aug 9, 2023
At the Door of the Wrong God
Guest writer Robert Elliott writes about his expectations as a son, his father who could not live up to them, and, ultimately, forgiveness.
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Allan Shedlin
Jul 20, 2023
5 Tips for Talking to Kids About Climate Change
Writer and author of "Growing Sustainable Together" Shannon Brescher Shea shares 5 tips to help parents talk to kids about climate change.
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Allan Shedlin
Jun 29, 2023
When Exactly Do Black Sons Change from "Cute" to "Scary"?
Guest writer Kelly Jean-Philippe considers the question Black parents can't help but ask: when will my son go from being "cute" to "scary"?
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Allan Shedlin
May 24, 2023
A Daddying Call To Arms
DCG's Allan Shedlin shares the writings of Everett Cox, a Vietnam vet battling post traumatic stress while supporting other vets in crisis.
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Allan Shedlin
May 12, 2023
Understanding My Mother's Anguish
Editor Scott Beller had difficulty watching Brendan Fraser's performance in The Whale because it reminded him of his mom's similar struggles
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Allan Shedlin
May 3, 2023
A Dad's Voyage to Seek Out New Ways to Stay Connected
Author J. Boyce Gleason credits Star Trek: A New Generation for helping him reconnect with his son when work life made it difficult.
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Allan Shedlin
Apr 26, 2023
A Dad's Struggle To Move Beyond Miscarriage
Welcome to Fatherhood podcast host Kelly Jean-Philippe shares how he and his wife endured the pain of miscarriage differently.
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Allan Shedlin
Apr 19, 2023
Which Way Do You Go For Daddying?
Guest blogger Anthony Fleg shares an important daddying lesson learned while on a daddy-daughter bike ride.
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Allan Shedlin
Apr 13, 2023
What Does It Mean For Dads To Remember Their Destination?
DCG founder Allan Shedlin reflects on the most difficult part of launching the Daddying Film Fest & Forum (D3F): remembering why it exists.
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Allan Shedlin
Feb 9, 2023
Taking A Walk Down Memory Lane In My Daughters' Shoes
Daddying blog editor Scott Beller takes on his next challenge as a dad: remaining a trusted resource for his kids during their teen years.
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Allan Shedlin
Dec 30, 2022
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.
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Allan Shedlin
Dec 22, 2022
Let There Be Peace, Presence, and Daddying This Holiday Season
Season's greetings and happy holidays from DCG Founder Allan Shedlin & Daddying blog Editor Scott Beller.
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Allan Shedlin
Dec 14, 2022
The Daddying Film Festival and Forum (D3F) is Ready For A Blockbuster New Year
The Daddying Film Festival has earned a sequel and has launched a website to prepare for another blockbuster year celebrating involved dads.
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Allan Shedlin
Nov 30, 2022
Why I Was Relieved When My Father Died
DCG Founder Allan Shedlin explains the unexpected relief he felt after his father's death.
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Allan Shedlin
Nov 16, 2022
Daddying Reflections at 200: Never Again Alone in Your Heart
DCG founder Allan Shedlin just conducted his 200th daddying interview w/ artist JP Granillo & shares dad lessons learned the past 25 years.
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Allan Shedlin
Nov 11, 2022
Want More Time With Your Kids? Cherish Your Health
Daddying blog editor Scott Beller learned the importance of parental self-care by watching his father neglect his own health.
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