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Dad’s mental health in the first two years has a lasting impact on kids, new study shows

“The association between paternal mental illness and poorer child development was robust.”

Updated Jun. 27, 2025
fatherhood mental load

One dad opened up about the fatherhood mental load—and the internet had a lot to say

“There’s also an expectation among men that we handle our own stuff and we handle our own problems.”

Updated Jun. 24, 2025
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Dad of three boys sees his only daughter in pigtails for the first time—and completely falls apart

His face shifts from shock to deep, tearful love as he takes in the sight of his little girl’s tiny pigtails.

Updated Mar. 23, 2025

The Rock’s at-home nail salon gives ‘the best mani in town’

His daughter's face in this sweet photo is everything.

Updated Jan. 06, 2022

The first Congressman to take paternity leave wants more men to follow his lead

Rep. Colin Allred was the first member of Congress to take paternity leave in 2019.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Moderna, Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines don’t lower sperm count, study says

Hopeful dads don't have to worry about the COVID vaccine impacting their fertility.

Updated Oct. 17, 2021

My husband is the best dad—even when his work takes him far away

Our kids might remember the days he wasn't here, but I know they'll remember how present and loving he was when home.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Watch men become fathers in our emotional *grab the tissues* Father’s Day tribute

This intimate compilation video is "for the men reborn alongside us".

Updated Mar. 02, 2022
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6 tips to REALLY prepare for the first year of fatherhood

From a guy who's been there, here's what I wish I had known before my first baby arrived.

Updated Dec. 06, 2022

Having a work-from-home dad changed my family for the better

With their dad home all day, every day for the first time—my daughters thrived. And so did I.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

It’s science: What happens to a guy’s brain when he becomes a dad

New moms aren't the only ones experiencing hormone changes.

Updated Nov. 29, 2021
Dax Shepard

Dax Shepard reveals how he explained his relapse to his kids

Reminding us it's okay (and important) to include little kids in big conversations.

Updated Jan. 31, 2022

​Barack Obama reveals Malia’s boyfriend quarantined with the family

"He's British. Wonderful young man."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

This embroidered ultrasound allowed a blind dad to ‘see’ his baby ❤️

This viral story will warm your heart.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

What went viral this week: Loving dads, one teacher’s no-homework policy + other good news you need to know💕

Amid political turmoil, parents and teachers are still working to make the world a better place for their kids.

Updated Nov. 04, 2020

This astronaut father chooses his daughter’s wedding over his next space flight

Astronaut Chris Ferguson is stepping down as commander of the historic flight for a very important reason.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

5 celebrity dads who prove fathers aren’t babysitters—they’re parents

Dads spend three times as much time with their kids than previous generations.

Updated Jul. 17, 2020

This dad made a helpful YouTube channel for those without dads

It's called "Dad, how do I?" and it is amazing.

Updated Aug. 30, 2022
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