Parenting Challenges
Fathers as Family Shepherds
The role of a father has never been more critical, nor, perhaps, more confusing. In a culture saturated with distractions and conflicting voices, the spiritual leadership of men in the home is often the last domino to fall. Recent research reveals the shocking truth...
Youth Gambling—A Father’s Guide to the New Normal
The 'game' your teen is playing may not be a game at all! He may be gambling. This is a startling reality for today’s parents. Did you know that problem gambling rates are higher among teens than adults? To inform and equip you as a loving father, in this article I...
Academically Struggling Boys: How Fathers and Father Figures Can Help
Boys in the U.S. are struggling academically compared to girls. This is reflected in several key areas, including grades, high school graduation rates, and college enrollment. Girls, on average, earn higher grades, are more likely to graduate on time, and are more...
Back-to-School Success: A Dad’s Essential Guide to Helping Your Kids Thrive
As summer winds down and the new school year approaches, fathers have a unique opportunity to set their children up for success. Whether you're preparing a kindergartener for their first day or helping an older child transition back to the classroom, your involvement...
A Dad’s Guide to Acing Back-to-School
Hey Dads, Getting Ready for Back-to-School? The end of summer brings some amazing things—late nights, family trips, and a break from the routine. But it also means one thing is right around the corner: back-to-school season. As a dad, you probably know that it's more...
How to Parent a Strong-Willed Child: 8 Proven Techniques for Positive Development
Introduction “You are hard-headed!” the parent screamed in frustration at his child. Have you been there? Maybe not screaming, but feeling frustrated? Trying to manage a stubborn, obstinate, defiant child can be exhausting. The good news is the "negative" aspects of...
Raising Kids with Heart: A Dad’s Approach to Teaching Generosity
As a child growing up in a very large family, sharing was a necessary and normal part of life for the Williams siblings. With a brother who is 2 years older and two brothers 2 and 3 years younger than me, we shared toys, bedrooms, beds, closets, dressers, and even...
The 8 Qualities To Raising High Character Kids
Introduction This is one of the most quoted sayings of the Civil Rights icon, the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: "I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the...
Navigating Holiday Stress: Practical Tips For Parents Of Small Children
December is here, meaning Christmas is right around the corner. The hustle and bustle of decorating, shopping, and entertaining can overwhelm parents. The common stresses parents of small children face during Christmas time include: Managing expectations: Young...
Fun Family Alternatives to Halloween
Halloween, Beggar’s Night, Trick or Treat, or whatever it’s called in your community, is Thursday, October 31. Not everyone celebrates the holiday, however. Today, we will explore the history of Halloween, a brief history of the holiday, reasons some do not celebrate...
The Importance of a Healthy Daddy-Daughter Relationship
If you don't have time to read or are interested to listening to the audio version of this blog post generated by NotebookLM AI click here. Also, listen to podcast Episode 29, which is about Paster Eli and Bruce Stapleton discussing this important topic. Introduction...
Getting Your Little One Ready for Kindergarten
These Fathering Strong Blog posts regularly focus on the father’s role in their children’s educational, intellectual, and emotional development. Today’s installment digs into kindergarten readiness. Kindergarten readiness is crucial for a child's future success in...