Dads need to dig in the dirt, to plant trees, to find worms, and to grow low-hanging fruit for their kids. Here’s why. There’s a really nice dad in my neighborhood. A dad who has the time of day for his kids; he speaks gently – it’s obvious how much he loves and respects them….
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Natural Fatherhood: My Credo
I’ve had a number of dads (and moms) ask me why I choose to use the term ‘natural fatherhood’, as opposed to just fatherhood or parenting. One of the first things I bring up is the idea of natural parenting – a parenting style that fits closely with my personal ideals. Everyone defines it a…
Homebirth Dads: 10 Questions with Adam Pedley
10 Questions for Homebirth Dads with Adam Pedley Adam Pedley is a father of 2 boys and is in the business of helping others. One of the support groups he runs with his wife is Home Birth My Birth. 1. Why did you choose homebirth? Well, I didn’t choose homebirth, my wife did. My wife…
New Dads, Dads-to-Be, Got a Question?
New dads, dads-to-be, got a question? on 12seconds.tv I’d like to know what questions you have about being a dad, about fatherhood, about relationships, or parenting in general. Leave me a comment or email me at derek (at) naturalpapa.com.
Homebirth Dads: 10 Questions with Jerry Shannon
10 Questions for Homebirth Dads with Jerry Shannon Jerry is a graduate student in Geography at the University of Minnesota and an active dad of two sons. His wife Sarah helps lead the local chapter of the International Cesarean Network (ICAN). 1. Why did you choose homebirth? We chose homebirth because it was the only…
Homebirth Dads: 10 Questions with Jason Palmer
10 Questions for Homebirth Dads with Jason Palmer Jason Palmer is the husband of Marisa, who blogs at Mama Needs A Hobby. Jason is a hard worker, skateboarder and loving dad to 2 little ones – a hospital birth and a home birth v/hbac. 1. Why did you choose homebirth? My wife felt very strongly…
Fatherhood: 100 Ways to be a Better Father
Fatherhood is a tricky proposition. We all want to be great dads, but chances are, our fathers never sat down with us and taught us how to be one. And we don’t necessarily want to be our fathers. I mean, we want to emulate their positive influence on us, but we also want to do…
Homebirth Dads: 10 Questions with Jorge T. Cuevas
Homebirth Dads: 10 Questions with Jorge T. Cuevas Jorge T. Cuevas is the husband of a homebirth midwife, father of two homebirths, and video producer of “Homebirth Dads: The Dad’s Perspective On Homebirthing“. 1. Why did you choose homebirth? My wife is a homebirth midwife, so there was no other choice that we felt more…
Got Google Reader? Grab this Bundle of 37 Dad Blog Feeds
I put this bundle of dad blog feeds together to share with you – if you use Google Reader, grab the whole bundle: 37 Dad Blogs to Follow or if you use another feed reader, import the OPML file: 37 Dad Blogs to Follow. It’s got a good, eclectic mix of styles, all by and…
Homebirth Dads: 10 Questions with Mr. Green
[This is the fifth interview in the series Homebirth Dads: 10 Questions.] Homebirth Dads: 10 Questions with Mr. Green Mr. and Mrs. Green write about environmental issues and green parenting on their site Little Green Blog. 1. Why did you choose homebirth? I supported my wife’s decision. I wouldn’t presume to suggest she should have…
7 Essential Superpowers for Dads
Becoming a dad is one of the most fulfilling stages in a man’s life, and quite possibly the most challenging. Part of the reason it’s so challenging is that you don’t have all of the information – nobody fills you in on what you can really expect when joining the ranks of new dads. Maybe…
List of Twitter Dads to Follow
I’ve been using Twitter for both the social aspect and for blogging. I post updates about my life as well as links to articles I’ve written and articles and sites I think are cool. I have found it to be an invaluable source of news tips, good advice, as well as a humorous diversion. I…
Unassisted Homebirth, Fathering, and You
Having a homebirth without a midwife is a radically empowering experience, whether by choice or by accident. Unassisted childbirth is the term, although that implies that you usually need assistance in giving birth. I prefer the term free birth, and can heartily recommend it for anyone that wants a safe, cheap, DIY homebirth. Many people…
