Pittsburgh Dad Helps Fathers Find Parenting Support
Anwan Wesley turned his struggle into a solution, creating resources for fathers seeking parenting help. His work earned him recognition as a UPMC Community Hero this month.
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9 Dads Master Hair Braiding, Discover Bonding Gold
What started as a fun "Pints and Ponytails" class taught nine fathers how to braid their daughters' hair. The real lesson came later when they discovered those morning hair sessions opened doors to deeper conversations and emotional connection.
Dads Get Postpartum Depression Too—Now We Can Help
About 8% of new fathers experience postpartum depression, nearly matching the rate in mothers. A growing movement to recognize and treat paternal PPD is finally giving struggling dads the support they desperately need.
Girls in Science Program Closes STEM Gap in Kyrgyzstan
A chemist from Kyrgyzstan is proving girls can excel in science and have families too, while mentoring thousands through UNICEF's program. Her work is helping change minds in communities where fathers once worried education would keep daughters from marriage.
Engaged Fathers in Year 1 Predict Kids' Health at Age 7
A landmark study tracked 292 families and found that fathers who showed sensitive engagement with infants at 10 months helped shape healthier outcomes years later. By age seven, their children showed lower inflammation and better blood sugar levels.
Bihar Dad Funds PhD Over Dowry, Daughter Reaches IIT
In a small Bihar town where girls married at 15, one father repaired gas stoves to fund his daughter's education instead of saving for dowry. Today, Prachi Thakur is a PhD graduate from IIT Roorkee, TEDx speaker, and diversity strategist. #
Teen Motorcycle Rivals, 15, Rev Up NZ Championship
Two 15-year-old motorcycle racers are proving age is just a number as they head into New Zealand's premier superbike championship this weekend. These aren't just talented kids, they're seasoned competitors carrying on their champion fathers' legacies.
Ghana Pediatrician: Dads Must Do More Than Pay Bills
Dr. Hilda Boye is challenging fathers across Ghana to show up emotionally for their kids, not just financially. Her message is resonating because children remember who was actually there.
Scientists Find 'Aging Clock' in Human Sperm
Researchers have discovered that RNA molecules in sperm change as men age, potentially explaining why older fathers face higher health risks for their children. This breakthrough could lead to new ways to improve fertility outcomes for aging men.