Dad Central: A Parenting Podcast To Reduce Stress & Build Confidence In Fatherhood

Canada Research Chair for Men's Health Promotion, Dr. John Oliffe talks about the importance of applying what you know and learn to make better choices. Dr. Oliffe founded the University of British Columbia's Men's Health Research Program and focusses on masculinities as it influences men's health behaviours along with its impact on families and quality of life. With over 20 years of emergency medicine experience prior to becoming a researcher, a personal connection and a passion for finding answers have helped him create programs and materials that drive changes in men's health behaviours.

In this conversation he talks about mental health, impacts of COVID, and spends a lot of time helping dads learn insights about how to create and sustain healthy relationships. Much of his wisdom comes through his research on distressed relationships. He talks about the mistakes men make as well as surprising findings he and his team didn't expect to see, but can make a huge difference for improving relationships.

This is an interesting, enlightening, and empowering conversation that will help everyone improve their health and well-being.

You can learn more about Dr. John Oliffe and UBC Men's Health Research at: https://menshealthresearch.ubc.ca/

Follow UBC Men's Health Research on twitter @MensHealthUBC

Other resources mentioned: Heads Up Guys: https://headsupguys.org

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The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

Sportsnet personality and author Donnovan Bennett talks about his father's influence, important lessons learned from his dad and other important men in his life, and how he applies them to his role as a dad of two young children. Filled with his unmistakable wit, this episode drops important insights about what it takes to be an intentional dad while managing the rest of life's demands. Donnovan also asks important questions about dealing with toddlers and the frustrations they can create for dads.

He also talks about his purpose as a dad and working as a teammate in the parenting process. If you want to hear great stories and examples you can apply right away to help you raise confident and successful kids, then you need to listen to this conversation!

You can learn more about Donnovan at: https://www.sportsnet.ca/author/donnovan-bennett/

Or follow him on twitter @donnovanbennett or instagram donnovanbennett

Find more resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca

Check out our other conversations at https://dadcentral.ca/podcast

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

20 year NHL Veteran, former NHLPA President, and current Business Owner Trevor Linden talks about fatherhood, mental and emotional health, and giving kids what they need – not what we want, as fathers. This conversation touches on important themes every dad can relate to, but in a way you can also learn from. Trevor's passion for health and being a great dad come through.

He talks about the depression his father experienced while he was a child. Then he addresses the pressure dads might feel or create in their kids when they push too hard. We also explore the truth that you learn a lot about yourself through your child, but that can often be hard when you see things you don't like.

From start to finish, this conversation gives dads tools and advice they can apply to their fatherhood journey.

Find more resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca

Check out our other conversations at https://dadcentral.ca/podcast

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family. In this short intro to the show, hosts Ed Gough Jr. and Drew Soleyn talk about:

• their journey to Dad Central and the roots of this show
• their passion for supporting dads and seeing them have a positive impact
• preview some of the great guests that will be part of the show
• and what every listener can take from each episode

Starting June 17th, please listen, subscribe and share the show.

Find more resources for your dad life at https://dadcentral.ca

Check out our other conversations at https://dadcentral.ca/podcast

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.