No Smartphones Through 9th – A New Movement

All the evidence suggests that tweens and young teenagers should not have access to a smartphone (with all the trials and tribulations) until they are mature enough to do. I'm starting a movement among parents. I'm the author of Rookie Father, released by Familius Publishing in 2022, and it is my core belief that the... Continue Reading →

Rookie Father Book Signing: Barnes & Noble

I'm super excited about this Saturday’s event at the brand new Barnes & Noble in Paramus, New Jersey. I’ll be signing copies of Rookie Father, which represents, ‘a playbook for men experiencing fatherhood for the first time.’ If you’ve got a son, nephew, or husband who’s new to parenting, it’s not a bad stocking stuffer... Continue Reading →

Interview – Rookie Father / Securely Attached Podcast

I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Dr. Sarah Bren on her podcast show, Securely Attached. We discussed fatherhood, parenting rewards and challenges, and my latest work, Rookie Father - pleased to share the link below to the episode. She's an expert clinical psychologist and it was a pleasure to speak with her.The book... Continue Reading →

One-Year Ago Today, Rookie Father was Released Into The Wild!

Feeling gratitude and appreciation for everyone who supported me along the way. One year ago today, the official release of my first professional manuscript, Rookie Father, was released nationally by Familius Publishing. I’m grateful for all the support, reviews, and endorsements, not to mention the fifty-plus radio/podcast outlets that hosted me to discuss the mission... Continue Reading →

Hosts of Building Men Podcast Host Kendall Smith, Author of Rookie Father

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dennis and Anthony Morolda, hosts of the terrific podcast, Building Men. I appreciated their questions and we dove deep into the weeds regarding fatherhood, raising kids, and exuding responsibility. I welcome you to give the episode a listen, which can be found on both Spotify and Apple Podcasts:... Continue Reading →

Interview, Ted Phaeton and his Show, The Modern Man

I had the pleasure of speaking with Ted Phaeton, host of the podcast, The Modern Man. He is a true gentleman and we dove deep into the subject of fatherhood. We covered a number of topics featured in my latest work, Rookie Father, and he posted the following overview on his blog. I welcome you... Continue Reading →

Podcast Interview—Rookie Father & Modern Dadhood

I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Adam Flaherty and Marc Checket, hosts of the fantastic podcast, Modern Dadhood. We touched on a number of subjects, some funny, some serious, and we shared the same mission – to provide our kids a strong foundation of family support and success. I welcome you to give... Continue Reading →

Rookie Father Earns 30+ Amazon Reader Reviews

I am thrilled to announce my latest work, Rookie Father, released by Familius Publishing earlier in 2022, has earned 30 reader reviews on Amazon. The book continues to resonate with new and experienced fathers alike, and the mission remains the same – to provide, 'a playbook for men who are brand new to fatherhood.’ I... Continue Reading →

Young Children Need Summer Fun To Overcome Covid Anxiety

Zoom kindergarten meetings, separation from family, and the anxiety our children experienced can be overcome if parents emphasize playing and socializing this summer. News broadcasts speak often about the overall anxiety we’ve experienced during Covid and often cite how children have felt the brunt of social restrictions. Some reports suggest a large percentage of children... Continue Reading →

Bestselling Author Christy Monson Endorses Rookie Father

I’m honored to share another endorsement for Rookie Father, by Christy Monson—author of Family Talk. It brings me great pleasure to share another endorsement for Rookie Father, A Playbook for Men Who are Brand New to Fatherhood. Christy Monson is the author of several books and she was an M.S. in Counseling Pyschology and Marriage... Continue Reading →

My Son Takes a Tour of his Great-Grandmother’s House

If you had the opportunity to attend an open house, once owned by your child’s great grandmother, would you go? The realtor passed the information along to my 92-year-old grandmother, who in turn shared it with my mother who then told me about it back in 2005. “The buyer plans to make zero changes. She... Continue Reading →

Author Carla Marie Manly Endorses Rookie Father

The Author of Date Smart and Joy from Fear endorses Rookie Father I’m pleased to share another endorsement for Rookie Father, which went on sale this month and is available nationally by Familius Publishing. Dr. Carla Marie Manly is a clinical psychologist, and the author of Joy from Fear: Create the Life of Your Dreams... Continue Reading →

Infection Rates Dropping—Make 2022 The Year of The Summer Party

Remember the phrase, “Winter is coming?” Covid infection rates are dropping rapidly, let’s plan to celebrate because… ‘SUMMER IS COMING!’ The New York Times reports a drop of 65% in covid infections as of today. Pause on that for a moment and consider the following perspective: If 2020 equated to the year of infection… And... Continue Reading →

Media Tour Announced for Rookie Father

Over the next several weeks, I'll be interviewed and featured in 27 markets and roughly a dozen podcasts to talk about the mission behind the book, Rookie Father. I welcome any and all dads, new and experienced alike, to dial in and check out the latest on my new book, Rookie Father. It's a playbook... Continue Reading →

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