In this episode of the Young Dad podcast, host Jey Young speaks with Chris Lewis, co-founder of Fathering Together, about the importance of active engagement in fatherhood. They discuss the journey of creating a supportive community for dads, the significance of vulnerability, and how to redefine fatherhood in modern society. Chris shares insights on building strong relationships with daughters, navigating difficult conversations, and the fleeting nature of time spent with children. The conversation emphasizes the need for dads to connect, learn from each other, and be present in their children's lives.

Takeaways

Fathering Together started from a blog and grew into a community.

Engagement in fatherhood is crucial from the very beginning.

Dads should be involved in their children's interests, even if they differ from their own.

Vulnerability is key to building strong relationships and communities.

Time spent with children is fleeting; cherish every moment.

Dads need to listen more than they fix in conversations with their kids.

There is no one right way to be a father; every dad's journey is unique.

Building a supportive community helps dads navigate challenges together.

Early engagement lays the foundation for strong relationships with children.

Dads should advocate for each other and lift each other up.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Fatherhood and Community Engagement

08:54 Growth and Expansion of Fathering Together

17:01 Engagement and Connection in Fatherhood

25:39 The Importance of Early Conversations with Children

31:16 Embracing Vulnerability in Fatherhood

38:40 Redefining Fatherhood in Modern Times

43:39 Humorous Moments in Parenting

49:05 Advice for New Dads

Connect with Chris⁠http://www.fatheringtogether.com⁠⁠http://www.dadofdivas.com⁠

Dads with Daughters Group - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/150750868960229⁠

Dads With Sons Group - ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/1230654337134672⁠

⁠https://www.facebook.com/dadofdivas⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/fatheringtogether⁠

⁠https://birdsandbeesandkids.com/

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