Fathers Matter Coach

Why sign up for the free Fathers Matter WhatsApp Coach?

 
  • Get practical tips anytime: Whether you’re navigating toddler tantrums or teen moods, the Coach gives you ready-to-use parenting tips right on your phone — when you need them most.
  • It’s free, private & easy: You can ask your questions privately and get non-judgmental support — in your own time, in your own space, at no cost.
  • Grow your confidence as a dad: The more you use the Coach, the more tools, ideas, and encouragement you’ll gain — helping you feel more prepared and connected with your child.
  • Connect to a bigger movement: By registering, you join a growing community of fathers who are showing up and making a difference. You’re not walking this journey alone

Get started now by sending "Hi" to 060 058 2107 or clicking  the button below:

How it works

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Send 'Hi' and then let us know what name you'd like the Coach to call you.
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Get started by asking Coach any parenting question. 

Advice from the Coach

"Here are a few tips to help you be more present:
Determine specific work hours and stick to them. When you’re with your family, focus on them... Attend family events and create new traditions together. This shows your commitment and builds lasting memories..."- In response to a user question about being more present
"It sounds like a tough situation.
It's important to have open and honest conversations with your daughter about your feelings and boundaries. Let her know how much you care for her, beyond the financial support. Have you thought about discussing with her what her plans are now that she has finished university? It could be an opportunity to explore how you both can support each other moving forward..."- In response to a user question about his daughter only being interested in his finances
"Here are some ideas to make your three-year-old daughter happy:
Engage in play activities that she enjoys, such as playing with dolls, building blocks, or a simple game of hide and seek... Take her to a park where she can run around, swing, and slide. Nature walks can also be a great adventure for her... Time and attention make a big difference, so enjoy the moments you spend together. "- In response to a user question on having fun with a three year old
"Go dira gore ngwana le rragwe ba nne le kutlwano, leka go kgothaletsa dipuisano tse di molemo.
Tlhokomelo e e amang maikutlo e botlhokwa. Raga ngwana a nne le nako ya boleng le ngwana, jaaka go tshameka mmogo kgotsa go nna le metshameko e e kgatlhang.Tlotlang ka mekgele le go aga maemo a a tswelang ngwana molemo mo botshelong jwa ngwana. Gopola go nna le kutlwano le tirisanyo mmogo jaaka batsadi go mo golela mo tikologong e e nonofileng."- In response to a user question about connecting a father and child
"Ukuba ucinga ukuba umntwana wakho
unokuxhatshazwa esikolweni, nantsi imiqondiso ekufuneka uyiqwalasele: Ukutshintsha kweemvakalelo – Umntwana wakho unokubonakala elusizi, exhalabile, okanye athethe kakubi ngesikolo. Ukubambelela okanye ukuguquka kwemizwelo – Banokuhlala befuna ingqalelo okanye babonakale bekhathazekile rhoqo..."- In response to a question about signs of being bullied at school
"Sosiale media kan 'n groot uitdaging wees, veral vir jonger kinders.
Hier is 'n paar stappe om jou bekommernisse te verminder: Praat gereeld met jou kinders oor hul ervarings op sosiale media. Vra waaroor hulle belangstel en dalk watter uitdagings hulle in die gesig staar... Leer hulle oor die belangrikheid van privaatheid en hoe om hul persoonlike inligting beskerm te hou. Bespreek ook die gevare van aanlyn-teistering en vreemdelinge..."- In response to a question about social media use