Understanding our experiences of fatherhood
Video , Being a father , Working with fathersSharing our stories helps us understand who we are, and how we relate to others, including our children. Hearing other people's stories can be so helpful, because we realise we are not alone; there others who are facing similar challenges to us or who had relationships like us with their fathers.
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What to do with your feelings when everything is not ok
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How my father fathers vs. How my grandfather fathered
Parenting changes with every generation. What worked for one father might not work for another, and each dad brings his own unique touch to raising his kids.
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Helping you help your child when they feel disappointed
Watching your child face disappointment – whether it is repeating a grade, not making a sports team, or being excluded from university due to finances – is one of the hardest things for a father.
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What has your child taught you?
As we approach International Children's Day, it's a time to celebrate not just the joy and wonder that children bring into our lives, but also the invaluable wisdom they impart.
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Fathers Matter partners with police to spread a positive message
Fathers Matter Ambassadors in George recently partnered with police and traffic officials at a local roadblock where the message of Fathers Matter was shared.
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Equipping coaches to tackle fatherlessnes
The sporting world is all about performance but by equipping coaches with the Fathers Matter resources and inspiring them to embrace their role as mentors and father figures.
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Fathers Matter gets the ball rolling with athletes in Jhb
“We want players to be good sportspeople on the field and good fathers and role models off it.” – Bruce Nadin, Stellenbosch FC Chaplain
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