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Kids Birthday Party – Top Tips for Throwing a Great Event

November 19, 2020 by Paul Banas

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Kid's birthday parties are fun for those of all ages. Kids over three get very excited over their birthdays, and always want to invite their friends and classmates to come and celebrate with them. While these moments are ones that parents everywhere cherish, a lot can go into organizing a party like this, so it’s best to be prepared. If your kid has a birthday coming up, here … [Read more...] about Kids Birthday Party – Top Tips for Throwing a Great Event

Short Valentine’s Day Poems for Dads

January 6, 2011 by GreatDad Writers 1 Comment

Showing him you love him on Valentine’s Day can be a tough call, but one of the most romantic things you can do is send him a short Valentine’s Day poem. It is easy to go out and buy a card, flowers, chocolate or a gift, but giving an expression of love that has obviously taken a lot of time and thought, is one of the most loving gestures you can make. Writing a short … [Read more...] about Short Valentine’s Day Poems for Dads

Short Valentine’s Day Poems for Mom

January 4, 2011 by GreatDad Writers Leave a Comment

Finding a fabulous way to show your love for the mom in your life, or your wife or girlfriend on Valentine’s Day can be a challenge but there is nothing more romantic than receiving a short poem expressing your feelings. It’s not the size of the poem that matters, in fact, very often a short Valentine’s Day poem is best, especially if a lot of thought goes in to it. If … [Read more...] about Short Valentine’s Day Poems for Mom

Ten tips for making great photo greeting cards for the holidays

November 26, 2009 by Tom Grimm and Michele Grimm Leave a Comment

If you want your family’s photo greeting card to impress your friends this holiday season, here are 10 helpful suggestions from professional photographers Michele and Tom Grimm, authors of a brand new handbook, The Basic Book of Digital Photography. Plan Ahead. Eye-catching photos take some thought, so envision the card you want to send before you take any pictures. … [Read more...] about Ten tips for making great photo greeting cards for the holidays

Inexpensive Birthday Party Games for Dads on a Budget

April 1, 2009 by GreatDad Writers Leave a Comment

You don't have to hire a magician or a pony to make a child's birthday party a success. The only real expense you might have to endure is birthday cake and ice cream. Otherwise, kids just need some easy-to-create fun activities. You can go fly a kite or take a trip together to the local playground.  If you want to be more industrious, here are some easy-to-make attractions … [Read more...] about Inexpensive Birthday Party Games for Dads on a Budget

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Great Dad Talks is a series of conversations with experts on all aspects of the family adventure. With the perspective that “dads don’t always think like moms,” our mission is to support dad voices and our slightly different approaches to parenting. We’ll try to find solutions to every day challenges like getting kids off the couch and making STEM classes available for both boys and girls. But we’ll also tackle bigger issues when they come. The one main theme will be to support dads in the most important role of their lives that of being a great dad. Connect with us at greatdad.com and watch the video version of these podcasts at YouTube.com/greatdadnews

169. Overcoming Childhood Trauma with Steven Scott Eichenblatt
byPaul Banas

In this powerful episode of Great Dad Talks, I speak with Steven Scott Eichenblatt about his gripping book, Pretend They’re All Dead. Steven shares his intense personal journey of growing up with an absent and then abusive father, overcoming extreme childhood trauma, and finding his way to becoming a supportive father himself.

We explore parental estrangement, generational trauma, and the lifelong impact of absence, along with how these experiences shaped Steven’s path as a lawyer and child advocate. He opens up about hard-earned lessons on presence, vulnerability, and why showing up for your children truly matters.

Whether you grew up with family challenges, are working to break cycles for your own kids, or just want to hear a raw and honest take on what it really means to be a father, this episode is for you.

Check out Steven’s website at www.stevenscotteichenblatt.com

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