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Dad Central: A Parenting Podcast To Reduce Stress & Build Confidence In FatherhoodAuthor: Dad Central
Are you stressed and overwhelmed by the responsibilities of fatherhood? This show helps overwhelmed dads conquer stress, build confidence, and become the father their family brags about. Listen to discover: Effective strategies to reduce parenting stress and manage emotions for a calm parenting approach happy children. Practical advice on building strong parent-child relationships through improved communication and parenting skills, even when co-parenting with ex-partners. Expert insights on navigating custody issues and instilling positive parenting values to develop disciplined and resilient kids. Since 2019 Co-hosts Drew and Ed have impacted over 400,000 dads through their work with Dad Central. Every Monday, join them for real-life examples and practical, time-tested strategies on how to win at being a dad. Once a month, hear from expert guests or mentor dads sharing their top tips to enjoy and thrive in fatherhood. To instantly learn top secret hacks to calm parenting and become the dad your family brags about, download our free guide to stop yelling. Language: en-ca Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting, Relationships, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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#183. Kids & Screens: A Dad's Guide to Tech, Stress & Media
Episode 183
Wednesday, 5 August, 2026
Are you worried that your child's screen habits are causing more harm than good, but overwhelmed by conflicting advice on what really matters? In today's world, screens are everywhere, and it can feel impossible to know if you're setting the right boundaries or actually missing what your child needs most. If you're a parent looking for practical ways to strengthen your relationship with your kids while managing technology, this episode tackles the real-life questions and struggles you face. Discover the simple, research-backed strategies to help your child thrive emotionally and socially - even in a digital world. Learn how to shift the focus from strict screen limits to creating deeper connection and healthy routines in your home. Gain actionable tips for modeling positive technology habits and making decisions you'll both feel good about, both now and in the long run. Tune in and unlock proven tips to build stronger family connections and peaceful screen habits. ----- If you're a dad who genuinely wants to do better, but sometimes finds yourself overwhelmed, reactive, or wondering if you're getting it right—I want you to know something: you're not failing. You probably just don't have a roadmap. That's exactly why I created the Connected Dad Course. It's a practical, step-by-step system that's already helped thousands of fathers become calmer under pressure, more confident in their decisions, and more connected with their kids. You don't need to become a perfect dad. You just need a better way to lead. Visit https://dadcentral.ca/connected-dad-course/ today, and let's build the kind of father your children will remember for the rest of their lives. ----- Timestamps: 00:00 — Introduction; Strong stance on no screens in kids' bedrooms overnight 00:12 — Show overview and introduction of hosts; Focus on screens, stress, and kids 01:13 — Research summary on screens and kids' well-being 01:53 — Invitation for listener questions and comments 02:26 — Setting the conversational approach; Personal reflections on challenges for dads with screens 04:05 — Segment 1: Why are we so worried about screens? 06:34 — Segment 2: What research actually says about screens and kids (sleep, stress, anxiety, attention, and emotional regulation) 11:27 — Segment 3: What kids need more than screen limits (connection and relationship-building) 15:35 — Segment 4: Practical strategies for dads regarding screens and kids 19:29 — Segment 5: The goal isn't less screen time, it's more life 20:35 — Recap of key takeaways from the episode 21:59 — Resource recommendation for dads and families 22:51 — Closing reflections and final thoughts from hosts ----- "Dad Central is a podcast that supports fathers in navigating fatherhood, reducing stress, building confidence, managing parenting stress, and improving parenting skills, including discipline, co-parenting, custody issues, calm parenting, and effective communication with children, to foster happy children and strong parent-child relationships."
