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Helping dads (and all parents) navigate the ups and downs of fatherhood with humor, honesty, and heart.
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Progress > Perfection.
Join the conversation on parenting, growth, and laughs.
When my son refused to pee alone, I thought he was stalling. But he was afraid—and what he needed wasn’t logic or tough love, but a story he could believe in. This is how we turned fear into connection. https://paternalprogress.com/p/stuffed-bear-parenting-fear-lesson
December 21, 2025 at 8:02 PM
When my son refused to pee alone, I thought he was stalling. But he was afraid—and what he needed wasn’t logic or tough love, but a story he could believe in. This is how we turned fear into connection. https://paternalprogress.com/p/stuffed-bear-parenting-fear-lesson
She opens every door, raids the pantry for Goldfish crackers, and dances to Kendrick in the tub—without ever sitting down. Parenting a fearless toddler is exhausting, hilarious, and oddly inspiring. https://paternalprogress.com/p/fearless-toddler-parenting-goldfish
December 14, 2025 at 8:02 PM
She opens every door, raids the pantry for Goldfish crackers, and dances to Kendrick in the tub—without ever sitting down. Parenting a fearless toddler is exhausting, hilarious, and oddly inspiring. https://paternalprogress.com/p/fearless-toddler-parenting-goldfish
When his son adapts to disappointment in an unexpected way, a father confronts his own emotional gaps—and what it means to parent without a map. https://paternalprogress.com/p/raising-kids-while-healing-yourself
December 7, 2025 at 8:01 PM
When his son adapts to disappointment in an unexpected way, a father confronts his own emotional gaps—and what it means to parent without a map. https://paternalprogress.com/p/raising-kids-while-healing-yourself
Looking back to move forward—our Sunday reflection. https://paternalprogress.com/p/the-progress-report-week-of-mar-23
November 30, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Looking back to move forward—our Sunday reflection. https://paternalprogress.com/p/the-progress-report-week-of-mar-23
He came in wearing only a Pull-Up, grabbed a pen, and “edited” my newsletter draft. I thought he was interrupting my morning—but really, he was rewriting it. https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-in-revision
November 23, 2025 at 8:02 PM
He came in wearing only a Pull-Up, grabbed a pen, and “edited” my newsletter draft. I thought he was interrupting my morning—but really, he was rewriting it. https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-in-revision
When my son ran to comfort his crying baby sister, I saw something I wasn’t expecting: pure empathy, zero hesitation—and a parenting lesson I didn’t know I needed. https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-lesson-from-my-empathetic-son
November 16, 2025 at 8:02 PM
When my son ran to comfort his crying baby sister, I saw something I wasn’t expecting: pure empathy, zero hesitation—and a parenting lesson I didn’t know I needed. https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-lesson-from-my-empathetic-son
Ever yelled at your kids and instantly regretted it? Discover how embracing the art of "repair" can transform parenting guilt into growth and emotional intelligence for your family. https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-emotional-repair-teaching-kids-growth
November 9, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Ever yelled at your kids and instantly regretted it? Discover how embracing the art of "repair" can transform parenting guilt into growth and emotional intelligence for your family. https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-emotional-repair-teaching-kids-growth
Looking back to move forward—our Sunday reflection. https://paternalprogress.com/p/paternal-progress-report-week-of-9c0
November 2, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Looking back to move forward—our Sunday reflection. https://paternalprogress.com/p/paternal-progress-report-week-of-9c0
Parenting is full of firsts—but what about the lasts? This heartfelt reflection captures the fleeting beauty of raising little ones and the ache of knowing it won’t always be this way. https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-reflection-ill-miss-it-all
October 26, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Parenting is full of firsts—but what about the lasts? This heartfelt reflection captures the fleeting beauty of raising little ones and the ache of knowing it won’t always be this way. https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-reflection-ill-miss-it-all
Children process loss in ways we don’t always expect. When my son lost his beloved dog, he found a way to keep her memory alive—and taught me something about grief in the process. https://paternalprogress.com/p/grief-through-a-childs-eyes-processing-loss
October 19, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Children process loss in ways we don’t always expect. When my son lost his beloved dog, he found a way to keep her memory alive—and taught me something about grief in the process. https://paternalprogress.com/p/grief-through-a-childs-eyes-processing-loss
Lessons learned the hard way—and some of them just last week. Here are five tips that can help you grow along with your kids. https://paternalprogress.com/p/five-more-things-i-wish-id-known-before-becoming-a-dad
October 12, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Lessons learned the hard way—and some of them just last week. Here are five tips that can help you grow along with your kids. https://paternalprogress.com/p/five-more-things-i-wish-id-known-before-becoming-a-dad
Not all parenting wisdom is big-picture. Some of the best advice is weirdly specific—like why you should never use just one wipe. https://paternalprogress.com/p/overlooked-parenting-tips-for-dads
October 5, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Not all parenting wisdom is big-picture. Some of the best advice is weirdly specific—like why you should never use just one wipe. https://paternalprogress.com/p/overlooked-parenting-tips-for-dads
Four years ago, fatherhood turned my world upside down—in the best way possible. This is my letter to the little boy who made me a better man. A reflection on love, mistakes, and the lessons we teach each other. https://paternalprogress.com/p/letter-to-my-son-fatherhood-reflections
September 28, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Four years ago, fatherhood turned my world upside down—in the best way possible. This is my letter to the little boy who made me a better man. A reflection on love, mistakes, and the lessons we teach each other. https://paternalprogress.com/p/letter-to-my-son-fatherhood-reflections
Parenting isn’t about control—it’s about adaptation. Sometimes, that means making your kid’s dinner beg for mercy. When my four-year-old refuses to eat, brush his teeth, or wash his hair, I don’t fight it—I turn it into... https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-love-the-chaos
September 21, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Parenting isn’t about control—it’s about adaptation. Sometimes, that means making your kid’s dinner beg for mercy. When my four-year-old refuses to eat, brush his teeth, or wash his hair, I don’t fight it—I turn it into... https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-love-the-chaos
A father's reflection on answering his child's endless “why” questions—choosing patience over frustration and presence over dismissal. Because one day, the questions will stop, and the chance to shape ... https://paternalprogress.com/p/answering-the-infinite-why-kids-questions
September 14, 2025 at 7:02 PM
A father's reflection on answering his child's endless “why” questions—choosing patience over frustration and presence over dismissal. Because one day, the questions will stop, and the chance to shape ... https://paternalprogress.com/p/answering-the-infinite-why-kids-questions
Looking back to move forward—our Saturday morning reflection. https://paternalprogress.com/p/paternal-progress-report-week-of-3c3
September 7, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Looking back to move forward—our Saturday morning reflection. https://paternalprogress.com/p/paternal-progress-report-week-of-3c3
Kids absorb more of our stress than we realize. Mindful parenting can help break the cycle. In this piece, we explore how simple mindfulness techniques can help parents stay calm, support their kids’ emotional growth, a... https://paternalprogress.com/p/mindful-parenting-reduce-kid-stress
August 31, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Kids absorb more of our stress than we realize. Mindful parenting can help break the cycle. In this piece, we explore how simple mindfulness techniques can help parents stay calm, support their kids’ emotional growth, a... https://paternalprogress.com/p/mindful-parenting-reduce-kid-stress
Teaching kids the four cardinal virtues—justice, courage, discipline, and wisdom—doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, it’s as simple as a silly mantra. https://paternalprogress.com/p/stoic-parenting-teach-kids-virtues
August 24, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Teaching kids the four cardinal virtues—justice, courage, discipline, and wisdom—doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, it’s as simple as a silly mantra. https://paternalprogress.com/p/stoic-parenting-teach-kids-virtues
Kids embrace change better than we do. When I shaved my beard, my son had thoughts—but also taught me a lesson in resilience. Here’s why we should all be more like kids when life shifts. https://paternalprogress.com/p/what-my-son-taught-me-about-change
August 17, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Kids embrace change better than we do. When I shaved my beard, my son had thoughts—but also taught me a lesson in resilience. Here’s why we should all be more like kids when life shifts. https://paternalprogress.com/p/what-my-son-taught-me-about-change
Emotional regulation starts with expression, not suppression. Here’s how Stoic wisdom and mindfulness can help. https://paternalprogress.com/p/stoic-parenting-emotional-resilience
August 10, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Emotional regulation starts with expression, not suppression. Here’s how Stoic wisdom and mindfulness can help. https://paternalprogress.com/p/stoic-parenting-emotional-resilience
Part 1 of "Letting our kids sit with discomfort" https://paternalprogress.com/p/raise-resilient-kids-through-discomfort
August 3, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Part 1 of "Letting our kids sit with discomfort" https://paternalprogress.com/p/raise-resilient-kids-through-discomfort
When kids face small frustrations—like a stuck shirt or a tricky stool—they build confidence and problem-solving skills. Learn how to foster resilience through everyday moments. https://paternalprogress.com/p/small-struggles-resilience-everyday-challenges
July 27, 2025 at 7:02 PM
When kids face small frustrations—like a stuck shirt or a tricky stool—they build confidence and problem-solving skills. Learn how to foster resilience through everyday moments. https://paternalprogress.com/p/small-struggles-resilience-everyday-challenges
The goal isn't to raise kids, but to raise adults https://paternalprogress.com/p/long-game-parenting-raise-independent-kids
July 20, 2025 at 7:02 PM
The goal isn't to raise kids, but to raise adults https://paternalprogress.com/p/long-game-parenting-raise-independent-kids
Looking back to move forward—our Saturday morning reflection. https://paternalprogress.com/p/the-paternal-progress-report-feb
July 13, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Looking back to move forward—our Saturday morning reflection. https://paternalprogress.com/p/the-paternal-progress-report-feb
Wisdom gained from four years in the joyful trenches of fatherhood. https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-lessons-i-wish-i-knew
July 6, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Wisdom gained from four years in the joyful trenches of fatherhood. https://paternalprogress.com/p/parenting-lessons-i-wish-i-knew