Controversy alert.  In this episode, the dads have some upheaval as they break down "How Fathers Can Avoid Pitfalls of Shifting Parenting Roles According to a Therapist" by John Duffy. Which side of the dad takes will you see?  Then in parenting tweets of the week, MK continues his disdain for Halloween Costumes while Mark and CRX double down their love for the holiday. Then the dads try their hand at a Halloween candy quiz brought to us by PBS and a few thought-provoking questions during "Would You Rather." Finally, we'll find out which dad dressed up as the Gilligan and Skipper with his wife and wrap up with things ever so gently in the things that make us smile close.

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48: "How Father's Can Avoid Pitfalls of Shifting Parenting Roles According to a Therapist"

On the latest installment of DTO Conversations we'll be having a conversation with Shannon Carpenter, nationally acclaimed author and humorist. Shannon's new book is The Ultimate Stay-At-Home Dad, is a practical and humorous guide for modern-day parenting geared towards stay-at-home dads, offering advice on everything from learning to cook and clean with children, to dealing with mental health and relationships, with the easygoing perspective that dads can use their natural talents to parent any way that they choose. We’ll be talking to Shannon about his book, his writing, his career, his family life, love for road trips and so much more.  Folks, this is a fun one.  The Ultimate Stay-at-Home Dad will be available in stores on October 12.  Pre-order the book now through the publisher’s website...or just Google it, it's available everywhere! Do yourself a favor and follow Shannon! https://www.shannoncarpenterauthor.com (also links to book) Instagram:   @hossmanathome53 Twitter:        @HossmanAtHome  Podcast:      DadHousePod is everywhere you listen to podcasts! 

47: Dad Time Out Show Conversations: Shannon Carpenter author of The Ultimate Stay-at-Home Dad

In this show, the dads begin by having a little fun with parenting tweets of the weeks about food and meals. Then take a good look at and discuss "The Secret to Raising a Resilient Kid" an article from the New York Times. The ability to bounce back is more important now than ever. The guys try to impart this wisdom in their Smart Articles by Smart People segment. Then the dads try their hand at an actual quiz on resiliency and move us through a few thought-provoking questions during their "Would You Rather's" segment. Finally, they wrap up with things that make them smile.  MK describes the show as a cheeseburger, there's an argument about cereal to milk ratios, and so much more on this show.

46: Secrets to Raising Resilient Kids

In the latest episode in the"Dad Time Out Conversations" series, we are both thrilled and excited to be speaking with Cynthia Muchnick and Jenn Curtis, the authors of the fantastic book: "The Parent Compass" - Navigating Your Teens Wellness and Academic Journey In Today's Competitive World. In today's show, we'll be speaking not only about this phenomenal parenting book but we'll also discuss a wide array of the topics covered inside it, including parental self-assessment, goal setting, how to take on procrastination with teens, establishing a growth mindset with kids and much more. Cynthia and Jenn were even gracious enough to take some bonus questions from our dads as well! So please join us as we attempt to find our "Parent Compass" during this special episode of The Dad Time Out Show Conversations. website | parentcompassbook.com instagram | @parentcompass twitter | @parentcompass1 facebook | TheParentCompass linkedIn | Cindy Muchnick and Jenn Curtis About the book: Bragging rights and bumper stickers are some of the social forces fueling today’s parenting behavior—and, as a result, even well-intentioned parents are behaving badly. Many parents don’t know how best to support their teens, especially when everyone around them seems to be frantically tutoring, managing, and helicoptering. The Parent Compass provides guidance on what parents’ roles should be in supporting their teens’ mental health as they traverse the maze of the adolescent years. For anyone daunted by the unique challenge of parenting well in this pressure-laden and uncertain era, The Parent Compass offers:  Advice on fostering grit and resilience in your teen  Strategies to help your teen approach life with purpose Guidance on how to preserve your relationship with your teen while navigating a competitive academic environment Clear explanations of your appropriate role in the college admission process Effective ways to approach technology use in your home, and much more! Using The Parent Compass to navigate the adolescent years will help you parent with confidence and intention, allowing you to forge a trusting, positive relationship with your teen.

45: Dad Time Out Show Conversations: Cindy Muchnick and Jenn Curtis authors of The Parent Compass

In this episode the dad's put themselves in their kid's shoes and talk technology and social media. They also take some BFF and friendship quizzes from Teen Vogue and Seventeen magazine to really get in the zone. In their "Smart Articles by Smart People" segment they do a reality check on where they are currently based in family use of tech while discussing an article from the Child Mind Institute called "How Using Social Media Affects Teenagers" and it's data. They then switch gears and have a lot of fun with Food Tweets of the Week and things that make them smile. Plus, find out which of the dad's once worked as a bathroom attendant, why lobsters are the MVP's of the ocean and so much more!

44: The Tweens, Teens, Social Media and Tech talk.

We all know back to school can be a draining time for everyone. In this episode the guys share their article and personal tips on how to maintain and re-establish physical and mental energy throughout the day and week. They also have fun with back to school tweets, a school supply quiz from 1954 (rubber cement or home economics anyone?) and also get a little quasi philosophical about aging, memories and trying new things. Relax and enjoy.  Fall here we come! 

43: 15 Ways To Get More Energy Out Of Your Day / The Back To School Episode!

The guys are back in the yard discussing the Olympics, kids, sports, pressure and mental health among many things. They also feature all the things you know and love including Super Shout Outs, Olympic Parent Tweets of the Week, Dad Jokes and in our Smart Articles by Smart People segment we’ll be discussing an article titled “The Important Lessons Sports Parents Need to Learn From Simone Biles" from the Today Show. Well also have some fun with "Would You Rathers?" discuss whether Olympic horses should get medals and finally wrap up with things that make us smile!

42: The Olympics edition and the important lessons for sports parents learned from Simone Biles.

"When to say when" and how hard should you push your child towards discomfort are the topic of discussion this episode as the guys lumber back from vacations and summer tourneys. The guys also breakdown veggie gardens, dinner decisions, MK's new juicer and Ben's good hair. Parent tweets of the week, IG super shout outs, would you rather, a parent quiz on teenagers and so much more. Finally they reveal the next guest on DTO Conversations ...the authors of @parentcompass We hope everyone is having a great summer!  

41: "When To Say When" with Kids, Sports and Activities. Let's discuss.

A celebration of all things dad's, moms, positive parenting and pop culture! Four dads with 12 kids total hiding in a garage to record, what could possibly go wrong?