Dads provide a home, food, and clothing for their kids, but that’s just the start. Dads also offer guidance, love, support, and leadership in their homes, and that’s a very big deal. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about the underrated things dads do.
This list could go on and on forever, but we narrowed it down to a few key things. You kids may never notice you doing them. You may never get a pat on the back. But the underrated things dads do matter.
Why This Matters
The underrated things dads do are not always seen but are always felt.
Underrated Things Dads Do
- Helping kids feel secure
- Playing with your kids
- Making your kids laugh
- Setting an example in your home
- Encouraging Independence
Episode Timestamps
00:55 – 02:18 | Why the Little Things Aren’t So Little
02:18 – 04:10 | The Big Question: What Are Dads Doing That’s Underrated?
04:10 – 07:11 | Being Present: The Power of Simply Showing Up
07:11 – 08:57 | Providing for the Family: Financial Support as Love in Action
08:57 – 12:13 | Play, Humor, & the Power of Connection
12:13 – 15:31 | Turning Tough Moments into Bonding Opportunities
15:31 – 17:22 | Modeling: Your Kids Are Always Watching
17:22 – 22:00 | Encouraging Independence: Risk, Skills, and Real Life
22:00 – 23:15 | Pro Move of the Week
The “little things” dads do for their kids add up and have a significant impact on their lives. So do something little today… because it matters.
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