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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

Feb 14

Finding the Perfect Valentine Mix

Daddying blog editor Scott Beller tries to find the right mix to wish his better half a happy Valentine's Day.

Allan Shedlin

Jul 27, 2023

Everybody Get On Board

Daddying Film Fest founder Allan Shedlin writes how fitting it was to present musician Justin Roberts with the 1st Roy R. Neuberger Prize.

Allan Shedlin

Jun 8, 2022

Being A Dad Gave Me The Best Creative Fuel To Launch A "Space Cadet"

Four-time Grammy Award-nominated musician Justin Roberts shares how his creative process has changed since becoming a dad.

Allan Shedlin

Aug 27, 2020

Creating A Special Daddy-Daughter Bond With Number Two

After much trial and even more error caring for our first child, I figured I was prepared for anything a second daughter could throw at me.

Allan Shedlin

Jun 17, 2020

A Different Perspective: Four Father’s Days Plus One

I’ll be celebrated this Sunday like millions of other dads on our official Father’s Day, but prefer to celebrate my four OTHER father's days

It's About the Children

When It Comes to Protecting Families and Human Rights, We're Partisan Dads and Moms

Our Daddying Thoughts Post-Election