If you could improve one area in your dad journey...what would it be? What would it be like if you mastered not one, but several aspects of your dad journey all at once? What would life be like if you improved your level of patience, had better and deeper connections with your wife and kids, improved your relationships outside the immediate family, and all while mastering a good work/life balance? How would life be different if you did this?Hello, I'm Larry Hagner and I'm a dad. I love being a dad. And I believe that being a dad is one of the most rewarding aspects of a man's life. However, being a father can humble you like nothing else can. There really is no roadmap. With so few resources out there for dads like us, I decided to create The Dad Edge to help YOU as a dad to give you easy to implement techniques you can use to be your very best and enjoy your journey of fatherhood.The Dad's Edge will help you:* Master work/life balance* Discover three techniques to improve and maintain a great connection with your kids* Improve your connection & intimacy with your spouse, no matter how busy you are* Improve your relationships outside the immediately family* Uncover three easy ways to improve your patience short term and long term* Discover simple ways to show up big for your kids and be present in the moment* Thrive (Not Survive) your journey of fatherhoodIf you can identify with one or more of these issues, I understand first hand. Every one of us struggles with these issues on our dad journey and now I've empowered you with some great strategies and a solid roadmap in The Dad's Edge so you can relax and feel confident you are "good dad focused" and nothing will stand in your way!

If you grew up without a father figure, you may be concerned whether you have what it takes to be a great dad. Author Kendall Smith, son of a single mother, takes you under his wing, sharing the wisdom he has gathered from his own experience as a father, from observing other dads, and from interviewing various generations of men. This playbook for fathers who, like Smith, did not have a regular and dependable father figure is packed with short lessons to answer questions new dads will face, from choosing your parenting style to what it means to really be the “man of the house” (spoiler alert: it’s not the 1950s) to managing your expectations as your child grows into a unique person. With hilarious examples and a straightforward approach, Rookie Father is the mentor-in-a-book every new father needs to be the dad you want to be.

Grieving Dads: To the Brink and Back is a collection of candid stories from grieving dads that were interviewed over a two year period. The book offers insight from fellow members of, in the haunting words of one dad, "this terrible, terrible club," which consists of men who have experienced the death of a child. This book is a collection of survival stories by men who have survived the worst possible loss and lived to tell the tale. They are real stories that pull no punches and are told with brutal honesty. Men that have shared their deepest and darkest moments. Moments that included thoughts of suicide, self-medication and homelessness. Some of these men have found their way back from the brink while others are still standing there, stuck in their pain. The core message of Grieving Dads is "you're not alone." It is a message that desperately needs to be delivered to grieving dads who often grieve in silence due to society's expectations. Grieving Dads: To the Brink and Back is a book that no grieving dad or anyone who cares for him should be without. As any grieving parent will tell you, there are no words to describe the hell one experiences after the death of a child. Many men have no clue how to deal with or understand the myriad emotional, mental, and physical responses experienced after the death of a child. Stories appearing in the book have been carefully selected to represent a cross-section of fathers, as well as a diverse portrayal of loss. This approach helps reflect the full spectrum of grief, from the early days of shock and trauma to the long view after living with loss for many years. Any bereaved father will find brotherhood in these pages, and will feel that someone understands them. While there is plenty of raw emotion in this book-the stories are not exercises in self-pity nor are they studies in grief. They are survival stories instead. Some are testimonies to hope. Some are gut-wrenching accounts of overwhelming despair. But all of them are real-life stories from real-life grieving dads, and they show that even if one reaches his physical and emotional bottom, it is possible (although not easy) to live through that pain and find one's way to the other side of grief. Most dads in this book found themselves in a state of physical, mental, and emotional collapse after the death of their child. As if the losses alone weren't enough to drive these men to the brink, most try to deal with their grief according to the conventional wisdom so many men are brought up with, which perversely, increases their suffering all the more. We all know the party line about how men are "supposed" to deal with loss or even disappointment: toughen up, get back to work, take it like a man, support your wife, don't talk about your emotions, don't lose control, and if you must cry-by all means do so in private.

Daddy Will Always Love and Protect You illustrates a father's love for his kids. There are so many books on the market that illustrate the relationships between moms and kids, but very few for dads. Being a dad is one of the toughest yet rewarding jobs in the world. Most of our kids don't clearly understand how much we love them, how much we think about them when we are not around, and how important they are to us. This book is a short, funny, and powerful read for both dads and kids.

The Dads' Book is an amusing and informative miscellany of jokes, facts and tongue-in-cheek survival techniques for the Dad wishing to excel at the art of fatherhood.

There have always been good fathers and bad fathers. But never before in history has the role of fathers been as undefined as it is today. hardly anyone who becomes a father is entering the race with a religious, cultural or educational assignment. This involves many drawbacks. But instead of just deploring this fact, I want committed fathers to recognize and exploit the new opportunities involved in this. Especially the freedom from old role models opens up completely new possibilities for fathers to take on an hugely positive task for the development of their children and to cultivate a stable relationship with the mother, which lives from the difference of the sexes.

Discover the Heartfelt Rhythms of Fatherhood Embark on a profound journey into the intricacies of raising a daughter with "The Girl Dad Chronicles: Wisdom for Navigating the Father-Daughter Dance." This inspirational guide becomes your companion, offering a harmonious blend of storytelling and practical advice to master the delicate steps of fatherhood. From the very first page, Introduction: The Heart of the Dance, you'll be drawn into a narrative that resonates deeply with both new and seasoned fathers. Witness your relationship grow alongside your daughter as Chapter 1: Understanding the Rhythm imparts the essential moves for creating a lifelong bond from her earliest moments. Experience the magical moments as you encourage her unique talents, foster her independence, and empower her through your unwavering support and positive affirmations in Chapter 2: The Art of Encouragement. Learn to protect without overstepping, walking that fine line between ensuring her safety and instilling trust--a critical component outlined in Chapter 3: Protecting Without Overstepping. As her guide on the side, discover tips for educational support, and become the trusted mentor she needs during her fascinating journey of growth and exploration. Tackling the fast-paced changes in today's society becomes less daunting as you approach the chapters dedicated to gender equality, respectful dialogues, and emotional intelligence. Filled with insights and practical tips, chapters like The Birds and the Bees: Discussing Sensitive Topics and Financial Footwork equip you with the tools to lead meaningful conversations on difficult subjects and prepare her for a financially responsible future. As your daughter grows and the music of her life evolves, "The Girl Dad Chronicles" remains your timeless guide--the sheet music to the complex yet beautiful symphony of fatherhood. Each chapter brings to light the milestones, transitions, and silent reveries that shape the dance between a girl and her dad. Whether she's taking her first steps or gracefully performing her solo, the wisdom woven through these chronicles ensures that the music never ends. This is more than a book; it's a celebration of the ongoing encore that is the father-daughter relationship. Become the audience to her magnificent performance and the steadfast partner in her dance of life.